Fantasy sports have become a popular phenomenon in the United States, with millions of participants engaging in various fantasy leagues across different sports. While fantasy sports originated and gained massive popularity in the US, similar concepts have been developing in other markets, including India.
In India, the fantasy sports industry has seen remarkable growth, with platforms like Dream11 leading the market. These platforms allow users to create virtual teams of real players from ongoing sports matches and compete based on the statistical performance of those players in actual games. The Indian fantasy sports market has evolved significantly, with cricket being the most popular sport for fantasy gaming, followed by football, kabaddi, and basketball.
Local Indian fantasy sports platforms have adapted to the specific preferences of Indian users, offering features like multiple contest formats, instant withdrawals, and regional language support. The regulatory environment for fantasy sports in India has also been clarified through court rulings that recognize fantasy sports as games of skill rather than gambling, providing legal certainty for operators and users alike. |
