Fresh claims of betting sting rock the NRL after punter collected $100K in an extraordinary winning streak
- Investigations reopened around how punter secured $100,000 in winning streak
- The gambler managed to win hefty six-figure sum after bets placed on the NRL
- Claims four years ago failed to be supported with evidence, police found at time
New investigations are to be opened surrounding a punter whose bizarre NRL winning streak saw them collect $100,000.
The punter managed to take home the hefty six-figure sum of money after a series of bets placed on the NRL.
The person was able to profit through betting big and then winning big on the game’s top tacklers through online gambling companies.
New investigations will be under way surrounding the person who incredibly collected $100,000 during a bizarre winning streak (stock image)
The punter managed to take home the hefty six-figure sum of money after a series of bets placed on the NRL in 2008 (stock image)
The incredible winning streak in 2008 forced bookmakers nationwide to shut down that particular betting option, the Sydney Morning Herald reported.
Former NRL statistic expert Andrew Moufarrige claimed in 2014 the official statistics were altered to ensure the punter won, however, police found a lack of evidence to support the claim.
The sport’s governing body said they did not perform an in-depth investigation four years ago because evidence did not stand up, but now they are planning to explore new angles.
‘The NRL has been approached to examine further material and naturally we will do that before determining whether any investigation is warranted,’ an NRL spokesperson told the publication.
Mr Moufarrige said while it was good the investigation would be reopened, he questioned why it had taken so long, according to 9News.
The popular game has had its fare share of gambling controversies over the years.
Two years ago, Manly were investigated over match fixing allegations but no evidence was found.
The NRL (stock image) claimed they did not perform an in depth investigation four years ago because evidence did not stand up but now they planned to explore new angles
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