Punts, prizes and sports betting surprises
As the curtain rises on 2025’s bumper sports treasure trove, the question on every punter’s mind isn’t who will win, but how much will I win? Will the year roar into life, purring like Lewis Hamilton ’s Ferrari engine as bettors cash in on clever punts, or will it splutter and spurt, leaving gamblers as red-faced as Hamilton’s shiny new Ferrari suit? Will bookmakers end 2025 grinning from ear to ear, or is this the year of the underdog? 2025 could be the year of prizes and sports betting surprises!
With a mix of old favourites and new formats, 2025 promises to serve up a betting bonanza. The year starts and ends with a Luke Littler wonderland. Yes, the PDC World Darts Championship is the new Christmas tradition and the only place to see a giant hotdog, Darth Vader, three human traffic cones and a six-foot bottle of tomato ketchup all at the same table.
The Six Nations Rugby , the UEFA Champions League Final, and the Ashes series offer plenty of betting opportunities. And, if traditional markets aren’t your style, fear not. With odds on an alien invasion or Manchester United taking a tumble into the Championship, there’s plenty to keep things entertaining.
Buckle up, tighten your seatbelt and let’s dive into the top sporting events in 2025, along with a few wild wagers that might just defy the odds. Are you in it for the thrill or the pure spectacle? Are you the prophet of profit? Read on for an entertaining take on the top 2025 flutters. Of course, gamble responsibly and enjoy the stunning sporting spectacles on the horizon.
From rucks to gridiron glory
The ball is the same shape, but the games are different. From the raw skill and intensity of the Six Nations to the razzamatazz of the National Football League (NFL) , early 2025 offers us Six Nations and Super Bowl LVII showdowns. As the 2025 Six Nations Championship looms, rugby enthusiasts are abuzz with predictions. Ireland, with back-to-back titles, are favourites to secure a third victory, mainly because of a favourable fixture list with England and the energetic and emerging French team to visit Dublin. The Autumn Series of games saw France close the gap in the betting markets with indications England can cause an upset. France dominated Japan, Argentina and New Zealand in the Autumn Series, whilst Ireland was impressive in wins against Argentina, Fiji and Australia. Outsiders Scotland ended their series with an impressive 27-13 win against Australia. Will Wales and Italy battle for the wooden spoon, or can they cause an upset?
Transitioning from the rugby pitch to the gridiron Super Bowl LIX will dazzle fans at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana on February 9. The Kansas City Chiefs (15-2), led by the phenomenal Patrick Mahomes and his go to target Travis Kelce, are favourites to achieve a historic third consecutive title. They are AFC’s number 1 seed and will have a bye in the first round of the playoffs. The Detroit Lions (15-2) destroyed rivals Minnesota Vikings 31-9 last night to clinch the NFC’s number 1 seed and will have a bye in the first round of the playoffs. Both the Lions and Chiefs will also have home-field advantage throughout the playoffs. Buffalo Bills (13-4) will face Denver Broncos Football Club (10-7) in the Wild Card round. Philadelphia Eagles (14-3) face the Green Bay Packers (9-8) in the Wild Card round and the Minnesota Vikings (14-3) travel to the LA Rams (10-7) in the Wild Card round.
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