Illegal betting on cricket matches continues to dominate gambling fraud cases in South Asia. During the IPL and regional tournaments, millions are placed in illegal bets via mobile apps and Telegram channels.
Platforms promise live odds and fast payouts but often manipulate results or disappear after major events. Match-fixing rumors also surface frequently.
Law enforcement officials across India and Bangladesh are cracking down on betting rings, but the ease of access through online platforms and digital wallets keeps the ecosystem growing rapidly.
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