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Fraser Watson

WWE 'hold talks to legalise betting' on matches despite results being scripted

The WWE has reportedly begun talks with gambling regulators over legalising betting on its big matches.

The notion of punters placing money on PPV events has never been permitted, given that the outcomes are already scripted by the WWE creative team. And proposed finishes are regularly leaked both on social media and on websites that produce wrestling spoilers.

The iconic Triple H, real name Paul Levesque, took over the company's creative operations in 2022 after long-time WWE Chairman and CEO Vince McMahon left the company over misconduct allegations. However, in January, McMahon sensationally returned as executive Chairman, to oversee a proposed sell of the business.

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