Top 5 Most Bet-On Sports People
There are countless sports enthusiasts and adrenalin lovers who enjoy placing their bets on sporting events. Sports betting is increasingly popular year by year as a form of entertainment. The reason for its popularity is primarily the creation of online sport betting websites and the convenience to bet on mobile devices. Other motives — such as welcome offers from betting sites with bonuses, the wide range of events and disciplines, and the rise of live betting — also contribute to its growing popularity.
Despite the extensive range of sports provided by Michigan sportsbooks, the most bets are focused on a few topmost disciplines.
Key Factors When Choosing a Sport for Betting
When Michigan bettors decide on a sport to place their wagers on, they typically consider the following:
- Understandings of the game rules and structure
- Number of active players
- Quality and level of complexity for the game
- Availability of historical statistics
- Media coverage
- Length of competitive season
The second to consider would be how much money one player can spend betting without affecting his or her personal budget.
Before placing a bet, it is reasonable to weigh the promotions of different bookmakers and keep in mind any bonuses that are available. Actually, if you are lucky enough, you may test your luck not just on sportsbooks — the majority of popular online casinos have demo versions or free rounds as part of their welcome offers.
The Most Popular Sports for Betting
1. Soccer (Football)
Football is at the top with nearly 45% of total sports bets. National and international championships are the most popular among gamblers. The most heavily bet tournaments are:
- The UEFA Champions League (especially the final)
- The FIFA World Cup and UEFA European Championship
- National leagues like the English Premier League, Serie A, La Liga, and even Major League Soccer in the US
Michigan sports bookmakers offer a wide range of betting options:
- Match result (win/draw/loss)
- Totals (goals)
- Live bets on individual and team events
- Parlays
- Tournament winner
- Exact score, number of fouls, or corners
2. Tennis
Tennis is the second most trending sport, with approximately 23% of all sports bets. Although matches are usually one-on-one or doubles, there are tournaments throughout the year. Michigan bettors are especially watching out for:
- Wimbledon
- Davis Cup
- Australian Open
- Roland Garros
- US Open
- Maharashtra Open, and more
Most used bet types are:
- Match winner
- Total number of games or sets
- Correct score
Special bettors also have bets on aces, double faults, service breaks, and tie-breaks.
3. Ice Hockey & Basketball
Both games have the third rank with approximately 8.5% of total bets each. Michigan sports fans make the following bets:
- NHL games (specifically Detroit Red Wings)
- KHL (in order to make international matches bets)
- NBA games
The bets are made by veteran bettors in most situations, who know how to decipher the intricacies of the game.
4. Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) and Esports
Placing fifth are MMA and Esports, both of which have grown more popular in recent years. Esports, especially, has been on a hot streak, with many young players wagering on it.
Michigan bettors can bet on esports tournaments at large sportsbooks like FanDuel, DraftKings, or ones that specialize in it like GGBET and Vbet.
Final Thoughts
While choosing a sport upon which to place a bet, one should set reasonable goals and never bet on winnings at all costs. Disciplined betting, rational decision-making instead of emotional, and researching teams and players thoroughly will improve your chances of success. It is also highly recommended that any betting strategy be tested on a demo account prior to placing bets with real money.