Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment Wednesday announced a deal with FanDuel to provide sports betting, igaming and fantasy sports through its flagship property, Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, Connecticut.
The deal is subject to pending licensing and regulatory approval.
“We’re excited to work with FanDuel, one of the leading sports-tech entertainment companies in the U.S., to bring the brand’s innovative sports betting and iGaming solutions to Mohegan Sun Connecticut,” said Mohegan President and CEO Ray Pineault in a statement. “Our partnership is a priority for Mohegan Digital, as we look to grow and enhance our casino, sportsbook and online operations in Connecticut – and beyond. We’re confident that FanDuel will deliver a best-in-class digital and in-person experience for our loyal guests.”
Mohegan Digital was launched June 30 by Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment to oversee the company’s online gaming operations, including a sportsbook, online sports betting and igaming.
On May 27, Governor Ned Lamont signed a bill legalizing sports betting in Connecticut. The Connecticut Lottery Association anticipates the launch of legal sports betting will take place September 6, 2021.
A temporary retail Mohegan Sun/FanDuel Sportsbook will feature four live betting windows and sixteen self-service betting terminals. A permanent sportsbook location is scheduled to open this winter, subject to securing regulatory approvals.
“We have some incredible plans for the retail space at Mohegan Sun, with the potential to be the largest FanDuel sportsbook in the United States,” said FanDuel Group President Amy Howe in a statement. “When we combine the retail sports betting experience with the opportunity for online sports betting and iGaming, Connecticut is going to be a key state for us as we look towards the start of football season.”
