BetMGM's Wildest Bets of 2025: Epic Wins, Shocking Upsets
The 2025 sports betting year saw record engagement, with the NFL dominating the most wagered events. Super Bowl LIX stood out as the most bet event at BetMGM, drawing massive interest. Football games also filled the top spots for both bettors and sportsbooks, while other sports like baseball and basketball made strong showings.
The Philadelphia Eagles vs. Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX became the most bet game by both tickets and handle. This matchup also proved the best for the sportsbook, generating significant revenue. The Washington Commanders vs. Philadelphia Eagles in the NFC Championship ranked third in betting activity, reinforcing the NFL’s dominance.
The Buffalo Bills vs. Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC Championship was the second most bet game by tickets and handle. Meanwhile, the Buffalo Bills vs. Baltimore Ravens game in September topped the list as the best game for bettors in 2025. The Minnesota Vikings vs. L.A. Rams NFC Wildcard game followed as the second best for the sportsbook. Beyond football, Game 4 of the ALCS between the Toronto Blue Jays and Seattle Mariners was the second best game for bettors. In basketball, Game 6 of the Western Conference Finals between the Oklahoma City Thunder and Denver Nuggets ranked third for bettors. The NFL, however, covered all top 10 most bet events by tickets and handle, cementing its position as the year’s most popular betting league. In individual sports, Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen became Germany’s third most bet-on athlete in 2025, trailing only Saquon Barkley and Aaron Judge. Heavy wagering activity surrounded his races in Bahrain (March) and Monza (September).
Super Bowl LIX led the year’s betting activity, with the Eagles-Chiefs matchup drawing the highest engagement. The NFL’s strong presence in the top 10 most bet events highlighted its unmatched appeal. Meanwhile, baseball and basketball also attracted significant betting interest, rounding out a diverse and record-breaking year for sportsbooks.
