Philippine Legal Sabong Betting (Sabong Arena)
Genre
Online Sabong
Keywords
Legal Sabong Betting
Article ID
00000741
Sabong is also known as cockfighting and while many people see it as abuse to animals (chickens) it is a tradition in the Philippines that dates back over 3,000 years ago. The sport is essentially putting two cocks in a pin and betting on what cock will come out of the fight victorious. While there is no real skill in Sabong betting there are rewards for placing a winning bet.
Cockfighting is illegal in many parts of the world but since it is considered tradition it is allowed in the Philippines to this day. While the government has regulated the industry and optimized how they make money off the traditions, illegal cockfighting is still rampant across the islands. Illegal cockfights take place across the islands and especially in rural locations.
There are an estimated 2,500 cockpits spread out over the 7,100 islands that make up the Philippines. This page is dedicated to Sabong betting and will discuss the aspects around the sport and how you can get in on the action legally. And if you’re not convinced that Sabong is a very popular sport around the world, there are numerous forums dedicated to all things Sabong relevant, sites to stream Sabong matches, and popular events such as the Sabong Derby.
Is Sabong Betting Legal In The Philippines?
Yes, Sabong betting is legal and widespread across the Philippines. There are betting terminals and legal bookies at the cockpits that players can place their bets. Sabong has been quoted as being a billion-dollar industry in the Philippines and since it is so popular there are several ways for a bettor to bet on cockfighting while in the Philippines. The most popular way to get a legal bet in is to go to a cockpit and place a bet with a licensed bookie. Sabong betting online is not available from any reputable bookmakers.
Is It Legal To Bet On Cockfighting Online In The Philippines?
No, there are some online Sabong betting sites that operate locally, but the Philippines have made it clear that domestic online Sabong betting is illegal. Quezon City and Manila have both cracked down on operators offering online betting for cockfights. Local government code is specific in the fact that Sabong must be regulated and bets can only be taken within the jurisdiction in which the cockfight is held.
Even if an online betting site has secured business permits to operate, they must obtain an explicit approval or a grant of franchise by the city council to operate legally, which neither city has authorized. Since there is no formal online regulation, placing bets on the illegally operated sites is a high-risk and players could fall victim to scams or potentially have their winnings confiscated. Legally sanction Philippine friendly sportsbooks do not offer betting lines for cockfighting but do accept bets for other combat sports such as boxing, mixed martial arts (MMA), and more.
Source: legalsportsbetting.ph
