Sportsbet
Australia's largest online bookmaker for sports and racing betting.
Sportsbet at a glance
Sportsbet is a sports website and one of the most visited sites in Australia, currently ranked #121 in the country. It was founded in 1993 by Barni Evans and is headquartered in Melbourne, Australia. Today Sportsbet is owned by Flutter Entertainment. Our estimates put its audience at ≈ 35 million visits per month. The business earns money mainly through wagering revenue. Its closest rivals include tab.com.au, ladbrokes.com.au, bet365.com.au.
Traffic statistics
Traffic history
| Period | Visits | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | ≈ 32.9 million / month | +2% |
| Q2 | ≈ 33.9 million / month | +3% |
| Q3 | ≈ 35 million / month | +3% |
| Q4 | ≈ 37.1 million / month | +6% |
Traffic sources
- Direct45%
- Organic search30%
- Social16%
- Referral6%
- Paid3%
Audience & demographics
- Men74%
- Women26%
- Age 18-2427%
- Age 25-3431%
- Age 35-4422%
The audience is concentrated in Australia, skewing urban and mobile, with usage peaks in the evening hours.
Geographic reach
- Australia86%
Home market
- Diaspora and neighbouring markets7%
- Europe3%
- North America2%
- Rest of world2%
SEO profile
- Estimated organic traffic
- ≈ 10.5 million visits / month
- Branded share of search
- High — brand terms lead the keyword profile
- Indexed pages
- Large — category, listing or article level
- Primary search market
- Australia
Top organic keywords
| Keyword | Position | Volume | Traffic share |
|---|---|---|---|
| sportsbet | 1 | Very high | Dominant |
| live scores | Top 10 | High | — |
| match results | Top 10 | High | — |
| league table | Top 10 | High | — |
Backlink profile
- Referring domains
- Tens of thousands
- Link profile
- News coverage, directories, blogs and partner sites
- Authority
- High within the Australia web
Top referral sources
- News and media31%
- Directories and aggregators24%
- Blogs and forums20%
- Partner sites14%
- Other11%
Technology stack
Website technologies
Advertising & analytics technologies
Stack details are inferred from public front-end signals and engineering communications; internal systems may differ.
Mobile app statistics
Available in the local store
Available in the local store
- App share of traffic
- ≈ 83% mobile
- Position in country
- Among the leading sports apps in Australia
Company information
- Website
- sportsbet.com.au
- Sector
- Sports
- Owner
- Flutter Entertainment
- Owner type
- Subsidiary of public company
- Founders
- Barni Evans
- Founded
- 1993
- Headquarters
- Melbourne, Australia
- Employees
- 2,000+
- Ownership
- Flutter Entertainment controls the platform. Ownership details are based on public filings and press reporting.
- Revenue
- ≈ $2.5 billion annual revenue (est.)
- Languages
- English
- Top traffic sources
- direct, organic search, social
Financials
- Revenue
- ≈ $2.5 billion annual revenue (est.)
- Ownership
- Subsidiary of public company
- Reporting
- Figures based on public filings, press reports and market estimates
Business model & revenue
Sportsbet operates a sports media platform focused on Australia. Australia's largest online bookmaker for sports and racing betting. Revenue comes mainly from wagering revenue, supported by the other lines listed below.
- Wagering revenue
Products & services
Related deals on Amazon
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International presence
- Primary market
- Australia
- Expansion
- Regional and diaspora audiences beyond the home market
Employee statistics
Customer statistics
Website rankings
- Country rank (Australia)
- #121 in this index
- Sector rank
- Leading sports site in Australia
- Global rank
- 1800
Main competitors
Website comparisons
| Website | Monthly visits | Rank | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| tab.com.au | ≈ 21 million / month | #122 class competitor | — |
| ladbrokes.com.au | ≈ 15.7 million / month | #123 class competitor | — |
| bet365.com.au | ≈ 10.5 million / month | #124 class competitor | — |
What is Sportsbet?
Sportsbet (sportsbet.com.au) is a sports media platform serving users in Australia. Australia's largest online bookmaker for sports and racing betting. It ranks #121 among the most visited websites in the country in this index, within the sports category.
Who owns Sportsbet?
The site is operated by Flutter Entertainment, founded by Barni Evans. The company was established in 1993 and is headquartered in Melbourne, Australia. It employs around 2,000+.
Traffic and audience
Traffic estimates place Sportsbet at roughly 35 million visits per month, about 1.2 million per day. Around 83% mobile of sessions come from mobile devices, and visitors view about 4.8 pages per visit with an average session of 5 min.
How Sportsbet makes money
Revenue comes primarily from wagering revenue, alongside .
Competitors in Australia
Its closest rivals include tab.com.au, ladbrokes.com.au, bet365.com.au.
Data and accuracy
Company facts are drawn from public sources. Traffic, revenue and audience figures are third-party estimates or sector benchmarks, marked with ≈ where modelled, and are reviewed periodically.
Company history & milestones
- 1993
Sportsbet is founded in Melbourne, Australia.
- Growth phase
Expands its sports offering and moves to a mobile-first product.
- Today
Ranks #121 among the most visited websites in Australia.
User reviews & ratings
| Source | Score | Reviews | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google Play | ≈ 4.3 / 5 | — | Ratings from the local store listing |
| App Store | ≈ 4.5 / 5 | — | Ratings from the local store listing |
| Consumer review platforms | Mixed | — | Service and support are common themes |
App store ratings are solid, while consumer review platforms show the usual friction around support and service quality.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Live scores and fast match reporting
- Deep coverage of national leagues
- Free access to most content
- Strong mobile and app experience
Cons
- Ad-heavy match pages
- Betting advertising throughout
- Rumour-driven transfer coverage
- Video rights limit highlights
Key statistics
Frequently asked questions
Who owns Sportsbet?
Sportsbet is operated by Flutter Entertainment. Subsidiary of public company structure, based on public filings and press reporting.
Where is Sportsbet headquartered?
Sportsbet is headquartered in Melbourne, Australia.
When was Sportsbet founded?
Sportsbet was founded in 1993 by Barni Evans.
How many employees does Sportsbet have?
Sportsbet employs approximately 2,000+ people.
What is Sportsbet's revenue?
Sportsbet's revenue: ≈ $2.5 billion annual revenue (est.).
Who are Sportsbet's competitors?
Main competitors in Australia include tab.com.au, ladbrokes.com.au, bet365.com.au.
How does Sportsbet make money?
Mainly wagering revenue.
Is Sportsbet publicly traded?
Sportsbet's ownership: Subsidiary of public company.
How many visitors does Sportsbet get?
Third-party estimates place Sportsbet at roughly 35 million visits per month, mostly from Australia, with 83% mobile traffic.
Is Sportsbet safe?
Sportsbet is an established sports site founded in 1993 and ranked #121 in Australia; use the official domain sportsbet.com.au and HTTPS.
Popular searches
Data sources & confidence
- Company website and public announcementssportsbet.com.au
- Third-party traffic estimation providersSimilarweb-class estimates
Visit figures are modelled, not measured
- App store listingsApple App Store, Google Play
- Press and market coverageAustralia and international business media
- Data confidence
- Medium for company facts, medium-low for traffic and financial estimates. All modelled figures are rounded and marked with ≈.
- Last updated
- September 2026
Traffic, revenue and audience figures are third-party estimates or derived from sector benchmarks, and are reviewed periodically.
Social media profiles & statistics
Official brand account
Announcements and support
Community and campaigns
Company and hiring updates
Brand and product videos