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DraftKings and FanDuel Become Operational in Arkansas

camila March 21, 2026

(AsiaGameHub) –   Two major players joined Arkansas sports betting on Friday, providing statewide access to DraftKings and FanDuel just before March Madness. Following an extended wait, both companies finally obtained local casino partnerships and entered the market.

Good to Know

  • DraftKings entered Arkansas via Southland Casino Hotel.
  • FanDuel launched through Oaklawn Racing Casino.
  • Arkansas sports betting has been legal for over three years, though both brands’ entry was delayed.

DraftKings and FanDuel Finally Go Live in Arkansas

Friday marked a significant shift for Arkansas sports betting. DraftKings and FanDuel, widely regarded as the two largest brands in the US online sportsbook industry, both debuted in the state simultaneously. For local bettors, the timing is crucial. NCAA Tournament wagering is already underway, and Razorbacks supporters now have two additional apps available.

Arkansas legalized sports betting over three years ago, yet DraftKings and FanDuel remained absent from the market until this point. The holdup stemmed from access issues. Each operator required an appropriate in-state casino partner prior to launching mobile wagering.

DraftKings secured that partnership with Southland Casino Hotel. FanDuel followed suit with Oaklawn Racing Casino. With these agreements finalized, both sportsbooks could launch on Friday and enter the Arkansas online betting market.

For bettors, the launch introduces greater competition to Arkansas mobile sports betting. Increased options typically lead to improved promotions, expanded betting menus, and enhanced app features for live betting, same-game parlays, and college basketball odds. This becomes particularly significant during March Madness, when wagering volume generally increases and interest in Arkansas Razorbacks matchups remains elevated.

Nationally, DraftKings and FanDuel already maintain dominant positions throughout legal US sports betting. Expanding into Arkansas provides both companies with another operational state as operators continue seeking markets with growth potential. For Arkansas, the arrival of these brands enhances market visibility and provides users with access to platforms familiar to many from other states.

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