Risking gives them the thrills. It always does and the bigger the money the more exciting for them.
But I don't think they are seriously wagering large amounts of money for a sport they know nothing about. This is like suicide. I like boxing but there's no event every week for boxing. I wouldn't go bet on Cricket all because there is no boxing event, I would rather wait for weeks.
Bettors risk money but they are also finding ways to win which is where the thrills are and it always feels good to know the strategy used works. It's a vindication when a bettor's team wins the match.
Gamblers love the thrill of risk-taking and the satisfaction that comes from successful wagering. Indeed, for many bettors, the excitement of placing bets and the potential rewards that come with them can be a significant draw. Some may wager larger amounts of money for the added thrill, but they would surely not do so on sports they know little about. Sports betting often involves a degree of knowledge and understanding of the sport being wagered on, as well as the teams and players involved. Betting blindly on unfamiliar sports would indeed be akin to gambling recklessly, which most bettors seek to avoid.
It's important to have familiarity and personal interest in sports betting decisions. Bettors are more likely to wager on sports they are knowledgeable about and passionate about, because this allows them to make more informed decisions and increases their enjoyment of the betting experience. The satisfaction derived from successful betting goes beyond mere financial gains, it's also about the validation of the knowledge and strategies.