Canadian Grammy-winning rapper Drake is making headlines in the sports betting world by placing his “first-ever cricket bet” on the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 final. The 34-year-old artist, known for his high-stakes bets on sports such as basketball, American football, and rugby, has ventured into the realm of cricket for the first time, showing his support for KKR in their match against Sunrisers Hyderabad.
Ahead of the highly anticipated final, Drake took to his Instagram Stories to share his excitement and reveal his bet. He posted a screenshot of his betting receipt, showing a wager of $250,000 on KKR to win the IPL 2024 trophy. Accompanying the image, Drake wrote, “Since @ovorajuju’s team is out, I am going with KKR for my first-ever cricket bet. Korbo Lorbo Jeetbo.”
If KKR emerges victorious, Drake stands to win $425,000 in bitcoin. This substantial bet has added an extra layer of excitement to the final, as fans of both the rapper and the cricket team eagerly await the outcome.
Drake’s involvement in sports betting is not new. In February, he placed a massive Bitcoin bet of $1.15 million on the Kansas City Chiefs to win Super Bowl LVIII against the San Francisco 49ers. His faith in the Chiefs paid off, resulting in a significant profit. However, his betting journey has had its ups and downs. He faced a $1 million loss during the 2023 World Cup final between Argentina and France and another $500,000 loss when Israel Adesanya lost to Sean Strickland by KO in UFC 293. Additionally, he lost $275,000 when Colby Covington defeated Jorge Masvidal at UFC 272.
Despite these setbacks, Drake has enjoyed some notable victories. Last year, he won around $300,000 in Bitcoin after betting on the Los Angeles Rams to beat the Cincinnati Bengals in Super Bowl LVII. He also secured a win of $25 million playing virtual roulette with French Montana in July 2023.
As Drake aligns himself with KKR, fans and followers are keenly watching to see if his luck will hold in the world of cricket. With the rapper’s high-stakes bet adding to the excitement, the IPL 2024 final promises to be a thrilling event both on and off the field.