At one point, American gambler and businessman Billy Walters reportedly placed a $5.9 million bet on Floyd Mayweather Jr. winning his famous fight against Conor McGregor. While there’s no proof of this – it’s little more than a rumour at this point – if true, it would mean a $1.2 profit for the bettor.
Betting on boxing is not for the faint of heart. While there’s always a favourite and an underdog, upsets are quite common. Still, plenty of big boxing bet wins have been confirmed by the bookmakers themselves in the annals of the sport. And plenty of them are in the books for the upcoming Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson exhibition match.
Here are some of the biggest confirmed wins of bets placed on professional boxing.
Tommy Fury vs. Jake Paul
A bettor confidently placed $10,000 on Tommy Fury in one exciting match. Fury won by a split decision, and the lucky bettor walked away with $26,000. Another bet from the same match saw someone win $23,000 from just a $1,000 bet on Fury, showing the high rewards possible in boxing betting.
Tyson Fury vs. Deontay Wilder
Another notable bet involved Tyson Fury when he wasn’t the top pick at +115 odds. A bettor wagered $13,382 on him and ended up with a $28,872 payout when Fury won, highlighting the lucrative potential in boxing bets.
Marcantonio vs. Woodhouse
A former footballer turned boxer, Curtis Woodhouse, once bet £5,000 on himself at 50-1 odds against Dean Marcantonio. Woodhouse’s victory boosted his sports career and earned him £250,000, making it a memorable win.
Pacquiao vs. Mayweather
The fight between Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao, known as “The Fight of the Century,” attracted massive global attention. An unnamed Irish bettor placed a hefty £150,000 on Mayweather. Mayweather’s victory by decision brought a significant return to the bettor, showcasing the high stakes in such prominent matches.
Billy Walters’ Rumored Mega-Bet
Rumours swirled around American gambler Billy Walters betting $5.9 million on Floyd Mayweather Jr. to beat Conor McGregor. Although unconfirmed, the bet would have netted Walters a $1.2 million profit if true.
Professional boxing is a wonderful sport that attracts massive audiences. This is especially true for matches where the stars of the sport are fighting for a title – or prestige. Big names like Tyson Fury, Manny Pacquiao, Floyd Mayweather Jr., and MMA fighter Conor McGregor have been involved in high-profile matches. And betting on these events certainly made many people happy – and considerably richer.
If you consider betting on boxing, always do it responsibly and within your means. Keep things fun – don’t let betting become a problem!
