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From Accumulated Bets to Le1.2 million. How A.B.K. Won Mercury Bet’s Biggest Prize

September 2, 2026

A 31-year-old businessman from Makeni has walked away with Le1.2 million (approximately US$50,000) to become the ultimate Mercury Bet winner. Known as A.B.K., he travelled from the Northern Province to Mercury International’s office on Walpole Street, he came to collect his cheque after hitting his largest football betting win to date.

Rather than placing one massive lumpsum bet, A.B.K. built his payout up gradually. By selecting just two or three odds across three or four teams, he consistently reinvested his earnings as the season progressed.

A.B.K with his winning check at Mercury international head office

“This is the biggest win I have ever had,” A.B.K. shared. “I don’t normally play with many teams. When the games are going on, I follow them and see the teams winning gradually.”

After the final matches wrapped up, the funds were safely transferred to his account. “Early this morning when I woke up, I saw that the money had been fully paid into my account without any shortage,” he added.

A Timely Investment by the Mercury Bet winner

Octavius Jackson deputy online manager with A.B.K

Beyond the excitement of the payout, A.B.K. noted that the timing couldn’t have been better. He plans to channel the funds directly into expanding his business. Reflecting on the platform’s reliability, he encouraged other players “Mercury Bet They are more transparent and easy to use. They are the most trusted.”

Mercury International Deputy Online Manager, Octavius Jackson, pointed out that the victory highlights the strength of the company’s online system. Because of the sizable sum, the payout was processed and presented vai cheque.

Martin Micheal, Managing Director of Mercury International, handing over the Cheque to A.B.K

Handing over the prize, Managing Director Martin Michael congratulated the winner. “We are very happy when our customers win, and always like to see big winnings,” Michael said. Addressing A.B.K. directly, he added, “You are a mature, educated, and responsible man, so I am sure you will invest this money responsibly.”

With his sights set on business growth, A.B.K. hopes to turn his milestone victory into long-term success.

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