Online gaming is on the rise in India; 72% play fantasy sports for fun

The Indian Federation of Sports Gaming (IFSG), the self-regulatory industry body for the sports gaming sector, and research firm KPMG India (KPMG) have released a report titled ‘The Evolving Landscape of Sports Gaming in India’. It provides an overview of the online gaming industry, with a focus on fantasy sports and eSports

Online gaming is on the rise in India. Revenues expected to grow at 22% CAGR from FY18-FY23

72% of respondents say the primary motivation for playing fantasy sports is fun. Further, 69% of respondents say that there are no overlaps between Fantasy Sports and Sports Betting