India-Pakistan T20 World Cup Thriller
India defeated Pakistan by six runs in a low-scoring thriller in New York during Sunday’s T20 World Cup match. After bowling India out for 119 in 19 overs, Pakistan was restricted to 113-7 in 20 overs. The Indian cricket team, celebs, and fans celebrated the victory, but Canadian rapper Drake had additional reasons to rejoice. According to a report by Mirror, Drake placed a massive bet on the match and won big.
Drake’s Big Win on the Match
Drake, known for betting huge amounts on sports events, including football and the NFL, turned his attention to the ongoing T20 World Cup in the US. Per Mirror, he placed a £510,000 bet on India to beat Pakistan in their T20 World Cup Group A clash. Luckily, he picked right as India secured victory by six runs. This resulted in him taking home a total prize of £715,000 and £204,000 in pure profit. The total winning amount is approximately ₹7.58 crore.
Indian Skipper’s Strategic Move
Indian skipper Rohit Sharma relied on bowler Jasprit Bumrah to swing the match in India’s favour. Bumrah delivered a stellar performance, taking three wickets for just 14 runs in four overs at an economy rate of 3.5. Pakistan, despite a strong start, could not hold their nerve while chasing 120 runs and eventually collapsed.
Anushka Sharma watched the India-Pakistan T20 World Cup match in New York, and photos of her from the stands were all over social media. Her reaction to cricketer-husband Virat Kohli’s early dismissal also grabbed attention online.
Drake’s History of Sports Betting
Drake’s latest win adds to his history of betting on sports events. His involvement in betting on cricket underscores the global appeal of the sport and its significant following. His win on the India-Pakistan match will likely encourage more attention to cricket betting in future events.