Fixed matches are games where certain actions are taken to guarantee that one participant either wins or loses. In some cases, the fix is absolute—one participant agrees to deliberately lose the match. In other situations, the fix involves insider information that gives one side an advantage, though the outcome isn’t guaranteed. For example, knowing that a star player is injured or unlikely to perform at full capacity can influence bets. The goal for those involved in the fix is to place bets with little to no risk of losing. It’s important to emphasize that fixed matches are illegal.
A critical aspect of fixing matches is maintaining secrecy. Only those who absolutely need to know should be informed. If too many people become aware, two major problems arise. First, the information might leak—someone might talk to the wrong person, increasing the risk of exposure. Second, if too many insiders place bets, the unusual betting patterns will attract scrutiny from authorities, leading to detection.
For these reasons, the best approach is to keep the fix confidential, shared only among those directly involved.