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Watch local cricket, get Rs 5K: the Indians helping global betting giants see games before bettors

The post Watch local cricket, get Rs 5K: the Indians helping global betting giants see games before bettors appeared first on The Ken .

Gavin, a freelance sports-data scout based in Guwahati, Assam, watches live cricket matches for international betting giants. He logs every event on the field, such as goals, penalties, and player cards, before they become visible on live broadcasts. His work is crucial for companies like Genius Sports, Sportradar, and Stats Perform, who sell this data to betting operators. In return, Gavin earns between Rs 13,000 and Rs 65,000 per match, depending on the sport.

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