Bet365 Announces Michigan Sports Betting, iGaming Launch
By Robert Linnehan in Sports Betting News
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- bet365 today announced its sports betting and iGaming launch in Michigan
- The gaming company is now live in 17 U.S. states for sports betting
- bet365 also announced sports betting partnerships with the Detroit Red Wings and Detroit Tigers
Bet365 is now fully live for sports betting and online casino in Michigan.
The gaming company today announced its sports betting launch in Michigan, its 17th live U.S. state, and its online casino launch. The company has partnered with the Odawa Casino, Inc. for access and licensure into the state.
“We’re excited to bring bet365 to Michigan and introduce a better way to bet,” said Trip Stoddard, Head of Business Development at bet365, in a released statement. “This is a mature market with knowledgeable fans, and we’re confident our product stands apart. Features like our Early Payout offer, combined with our in-play experience and integrated casino, give players more ways to engage and more reasons to choose bet365.”
Sports Partnerships Lined Up
Michigan residents who are 21-years-old can now access bet365 and its online sports betting and iGaming products.
The launch will bring new sports partnerships to bet365. The gaming company announced it has entered into a partnership with the Detroit Tigers for their 2026 season, becoming an official sports betting partner of the MLB franchise.
As part of the partnership, bet365 will be integrate throughout Comerica Park through a range of high-visibility placements, appear during game broadcasts through virtual signage, appear on Tigers radio broadcasts and digital channels, and engage in fan-focused initiatives such as ticketing and merchandise programs throughout the season. The company will also serve as a presenting partner
Additionally, bet365 has been named a presenting partner with the Detroit Red Wings during the NHL franchise’s 2026-2027 season.
Sports fans will be able to access betting options with bet365 across the major sports leagues, including the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, and more.
Live in 17 States Across U.S.
Michigan launched retail sports betting at commercial Detroit casinos on March 11, 2020. Online sports betting followed the next year, launching in Michigan on Jan. 22, 2021.
Michigan marks the 17th U.S. state where bet365 offers its sports betting product. The bet365 sports betting product is available in the following states:
- Arizona
- Colorado
- Iowa
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maryland
- Michigan
- Montana
- North Carolina
- New Jersey
- Ohio
- Pennsylvania
- Tennessee
- Virginia
Additionally, bet365 offers its iGaming product in the following states:
- New Jersey
- Michigan
- Pennsylvania
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Robert Linnehan covers all regulatory developments in online gambling and sports betting. He specializes in U.S. sports betting news along with casino regulation news as one of the most trusted sources in the country.