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ports betting and digital gaming company BetMGM announced Friday the signing of mixed martial arts (MMA) journalist Ariel Helwani as a brand ambassador.
Media personality Helwani will integrate BetMGM into his promotional content, and will also be featured in upcoming marketing campaigns, social media content and promotions, as well as fan events.
Helwani has worked with major sports outlets in the past, such as ESPN, SB Nation, and he currently hosts The MMA Hour for Vox Media, as well as The Ringer MMA Show podcast, breaking down the latest fights across MMA, boxing and pro wrestling.
Helwani has been awarded the World MMA’s “Journalist of the Year” recognition for 10 consecutive years.
Welcome to the BetMGM family @arielhelwani!
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— BetMGM 🦁 (@BetMGM) September 24, 2021
“Sports betting has always been intertwined with the mixed martial arts world and now, with its availability in more states, I’m excited to work hand-in-hand with BetMGM to deliver unique insights into the sports betting world”, Ariel Helwani said in an official press release.
Matt Prevost, Chief Revenue Officer, BetMGM, added: “Ariel has played a prominent role over the years in growing MMA to the masses. His extensive knowledge and signature reporting style makes him a tremendous addition to the BetMGM team.”
Original article: https://www.yogonet.com/international//noticias/2021/09/27/59471-betmgm-signs-mma-journalist-ariel-helwani-as-brand-ambassador
