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2019 Cricket World Cup Betting Guide, Preview

2019 Cricket World Cup Betting Guide, Preview

England will be the host of the 2019 Cricket World Cup. The World Cup will begin on May 30th, and will end on July 14th. Ten international teams will vie for the chance to win the sport’s 12th World Cup.

Submitted by C Costigan on, May/28/2019

Today's Top Consensus Plays - May 26

Today's Top Consensus Plays - May 26

Today's top consensus plays include the Diamondbacks, Yankees and Astros, all seeing between 75% and 80% of the plays.

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, May/26/2019

Drake Halftime Mention Bet Pays Out Big

Drake Halftime Mention Bet Pays Out Big

That score resulted in a $30 payout for every $10 bet or $300 for every $100 bet.

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, May/26/2019

Can I Bet the Indy 500 Online From My State?

Can I Bet the Indy 500 Online From My State?

Licensed offshore sportsbooks are accessible from all US states.  Some states have begun licensing their own in-state operated sportsbooks following the May 2018 US Supreme Court decision to legalize sports betting throughout the country. No matter what state you are in, you will be able to bet the Indy 500 online.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, May/26/2019

Is Online Sports Betting Legal in Ohio?

Is Online Sports Betting Legal in Ohio?

Sports betting has not yet been legalized in Buckeye State.  As such, those living in Ohio can access offshore sportsbooks that operate in jurisdictions where sports wagering is legal.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, May/26/2019

Today's MLB Consensus Plays: Dodgers, Yankees, Rockies

Today's MLB Consensus Plays: Dodgers, Yankees, Rockies

The three Major League Baseball consensus plays seeing the most action were the Dodgers, Yankees and Rockies, each at around 75%.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, May/25/2019

Bet the Yankees vs. Royals Series - Hot Betting Trends

Bet the Yankees vs. Royals Series - Hot Betting Trends

Gambling911.com takes a look at the Yankees vs. Royals Series hot trends for the period beginning May 24, 2019.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, May/25/2019

How to Run an In-Play Sportsbook the Right Way

How to Run an In-Play Sportsbook the Right Way

In their "must read" book "The Logic of Sports Betting", Ed Miller and Matthew Davidow discuss the pitfalls of offering live in-play wagering, which now accounts for more than half of the betting activity at some offshore sportsbooks.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, May/25/2019

Is Online Sports Betting Legal in Massachusetts?

Is Online Sports Betting Legal in Massachusetts?

Massachusetts does not license online sportsbooks at the moment, however, a number of offshore gambling sites are accessible from the state. 

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, May/24/2019

Marlins-Nationals Line Monitor May 24: Early Total Shift Observed, Nats Down 10

Marlins-Nationals Line Monitor May 24: Early Total Shift Observed

An early shift in the Marlins-Nationals game line had Washington open at -149 and drop to -140 and the total open at 8.5 move to 9. Early consensus action had the Nats seeing 75%.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, May/24/2019

Twins Tie Franchise Record With 8 Home Runs vs Angels

Twins Tie Franchise Record With 8 Home Runs vs Angels

C.J. Cron believed in spring training that the Minnesota Twins were going to have a good offense this season. Their hitting hasn't just been good, it has been powerful.

Submitted by Associated Press on, May/24/2019

Is Online Sports Betting Legal in Alabama?

Is Online Sports Betting Legal in Alabama?

Alabama has not yet legalized online sports betting.  Nonetheless, offshore sportsbooks are easily accessed from the state.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, May/24/2019

Sports Betting News: 'US Gaming Companies Need to Look at Asia', Louisiana Bill Doesn't Pass

Sports Betting News: 'US Gaming Companies Need to Look at Asia',

At 65-27, the tally came up five votes shy of the 70 needed for House Bill 587 to progress.  That bill looks to set up the tax and regulatory structure for sports betting in Louisiana.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, May/23/2019

Holzhauer Wasn't Leading for Once

Holzhauer Wasn't Leading for Once

James Holzhauer exited the first round out of the lead for once.

Submitted by Jordan Bach on, May/23/2019

Is Online Sports Betting Legal in Washington?

Is Online Sports Betting Legal in Washington?

Washington is the only US state that explicitly makes placing an online sports bet a crime.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, May/23/2019

Is Online Sports Betting Legal in Tennessee

Is Online Sports Betting Legal in Tennessee

Tennessee has just passed a law that allows for licensing of sportsbooks in-state with online sportsbooks coming to the Volunteer State shortly.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, May/23/2019

Bookies Behaving Badly Part 7: Al Ross Was Bad, His Son Denny Was Worse

This article was originally published in November 2015.  OWN featured a Dateline episode profiling this case on January 2, 2018 at 9 am EST with a rebroadcast expected at Midnight.

Submitted by Thomas Somach on, May/23/2019

Sports Betting News: FanDuel Becomes Official Partner of FuboTV, Louisiana Approves Fantasy Sports

Sports Betting News: FanDuel Becomes Official Partner of FuboTV, Louisiana Approves Fantasy Sports

The online fantasy sports and betting firm FanDuel has formed its first over-the-top partnership with FuboTV.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, May/23/2019

Become a Bookie Agent With a Pay Per Head Provider

Become a Bookie Agent With a Pay Per Head Provider

In the world of bookmaking, there are two terms you will hear often: Bookie and agent.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, May/23/2019

Is Online Sports Betting Legal in California

Is Online Sports Betting Legal in California

California does not license online sportsbooks, however, a number of offshore gambling sites are accessible from the state.  The question of legality will receive a different answer depending on who you ask.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, May/23/2019

Can I Bet Online From My State?

Can I Bet Online From My State?

Does your state offer online sports betting?  Find out below. In-State offerings are highlighted in yellow

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, May/23/2019

Sports Betting News: Holzhauer Destigmatizing Sports Betting, NH Bill Closer to Passing

Sports Betting News: Holzhauer Destigmatizing Sports Betting, NH Bill Closer to Passing

For decades, the faces of the American sports bettor were caricatures: a chain-smoker with a curled-up racing form, a bookie sitting in a dimly lit room, a shrieking tout wearing a gold chain and making dubious claims.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, May/22/2019

What Are the Main Features of a Pay Per Head Sports Book

What Are the Main Features of a Pay Per Head Sports Book

The main features of a Pay Per Head sportsbook are contract support services that save bookmakers and agents tons of money. 

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, May/22/2019

Can I Bet Sports on FOX Bet Online From Arizona

Can I Bet Sports on FOX Bet Online From Arizona

FOX Bet will not be accessible to those in Arizona for real money play. Currently, only offshore sportsbooks can be accessed here and have been accessible from the state since 1998.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, May/22/2019

Can I Bet Sports on FOX Bet Online From Alaska

Can I Bet Sports on FOX Bet Online From Alaska

FOX Bet will not be accessible to those in Alaska for real money play, though the site looks to have a free play platform launching.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, May/22/2019

Can I Use the Draftkings App in West Virginia?

Can I Use the Draftkings App in West Virginia?

You will soon be able to use the Draftkings app from within the state of West Virginia.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, May/22/2019

When Will the New $12 Million Borgata Sportsbook Be Open?

When Will the New $12 Million Borgata Sportsbook Be Open?

Casino officials tell The Associated Press it will open a sports bar and sports betting facility named Moneyline Bar & Book on June 29. The name is a reference to the money line, a method of betting on sports in which a gambler wagers that a team will win its game without having to win by a certain amount of points.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, May/22/2019

Start My Own Online Sportsbook From Canada

Start My Own Online Sportsbook From Canada

The Raptors were on the verge of making it into the NBA Finals for the first time in their history.

Submitted by C Costigan on, May/21/2019

Unikrn Unveils Virtual Betting, Live Streaming Products

Unikrn Unveils Virtual Betting, Live Streaming Products

One of the leaders in eSports betting, Unikrn, has announced the release of a virtual wagering platform and a live streaming product.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, May/21/2019

West Virginia Sports Betting Falls Into the Red, New Unikrn Betting Platforms Unveiled

West Virginia Sports Betting Falls Into the Red, New Unikrn Betting Platforms Unveiled

To date, one year after the US Supreme Court reversed decades of prohibition of sports wagering, West Virginia's industry is in the red.  The Mountaineer State was among the first to dive in.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, May/21/2019

Breaking News

Sports Gambling Tax Hiked in Louisiana

Louisiana legislators have approved a plan to give most college athletic programs in Louisiana nearly $2 million in state tax revenue annually.  Care to guess where that money will be coming from?

White Sox Suddenly Getting Kind of Hot

Don't look now but the Chicago White Sox are on a roll.  Winners of four of their last five, Chicago is looking to sweep the Kansas City Royals at home on Sunday.