Published on: September 17, 2025, 03:48h.
Updated on: September 17, 2025, 03:49h.
- Adin Ross alters $1 million bet following enigmatic phone call
- Fabricated letter from AGA stirred rumors of insider betting scandal
- No substantial evidence backing rigging allegations in Crawford’s win
The sudden choice by internet star Adin Ross to change a $1 million bet from Canelo Alvarez to Terence Crawford just minutes before the match has ignited discussions on social media, with some speculating potential wrongdoing or fight manipulation.
The influencer’s hasty switch to the favored fighter followed a phone call from an unidentified person off-camera.
“Jordan, we’re changing the bet,” Ross said to his manager upon his return. “We definitely need to make this switch. I can’t disclose details right now. We’re going with Crawford. Cash out. I’ll share more offline… Just know, chat, I received one of those calls.”
Crawford ultimately triumphed over Álvarez by unanimous decision. Had Ross placed his $1 million bet at +140, he would have earned a $1.4 million profit, though the exact odds he secured are unverified.
Forged Letter
Speculation online grew around the idea that Ross acted on “inside information” conveyed by the mysterious caller, further fueled by a letter allegedly from the American Gaming Association (AGA).
This letter, shared on X by user “@NotUlxa,” mentioned “allegations [that] emerged suggesting a digital personality … may have received or shared information unavailable to the public before the official start of betting activities,” and claimed that the “Gaming Integrity Commission” had initiated a preliminary investigation.
However, the letter is evidently fake, partly because the “Gaming Integrity Commission” does not exist. Additionally, the AGA is a trade organization—not a regulatory authority—and the mention of “official commencement of wagering” indicates a misunderstanding about how sports betting functions.
Casino.org has contacted the AGA for clarification.
There is no credible evidence suggesting the fight was ‘rigged’ or that Ross had prior knowledge of any pre-fight injuries, and reports have indicated no such injuries existed.
“It’s not rigged… there’s no inside nonsense, I assure you,” Ross clarified in a chat later. He added that the caller suggested the fight was “closer than most believe,” and if it’s a 50/50 situation, “you should go for the higher odds.”
Poor Perception
Nonetheless, with 7 million followers on Twitch, Ross should exercise caution when showcasing his betting decisions during live streams, as he could potentially influence market movements.
For instance, a streamer in his position could reveal a significant bet on the favorite, prompting followers to invest and consequently shortening those odds, while secretly hedging on the underdog at favorable prices. Holding both positions might theoretically ensure a profit—though not illegal, it raises ethical questions.
Importantly, there is no proof that this was Ross’s intent, and while conspiracy theorists may be disappointed, his own explanation appears to be the most reasonable interpretation. Although betting markets leaned towards Crawford before the match began, there is no time-stamped, public evidence indicating that sportsbooks adjusted their odds based on Ross’s stream.