Match-Fixing

Match-fixing occurs when individuals involved in a sporting event secretly manipulate the outcome, often in exchange for money or other benefits. This illegal activity undermines the fairness and integrity of sports, as the match’s result is predetermined rather than based on genuine competition. Perpetrators may include players, officials, or organizers, who conspire to influence the game’s outcome for personal gain. Detecting and preventing match-fixing is crucial to maintaining trust in sports and ensuring competitions are decided by skill and effort, not dishonesty.