Russell Crowe Favored to Play the Leading Role at Best Shane Warne Movie Betting Odds

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Several big Hollywood names are being lined up to play Australia’s spin legend, Shane Warne, in a big-screen biopic. The selection process has already started, and the bookies made their pick available at best Shane Warne movie betting odds. Among the frontrunners are Oscar winners Russell Crowe and Leonardo DiCaprio.

Discussions between Australia’s ex-cricketer Shane Warne and the Hollywood filmmakers are underway. They have already agreed on the script according to online sportsbook news in Australia. Thus, the film will likely focus on Warne’s 2008 Indian Premier League championship run. But, it will probably turn the story into a more dramatic one in order to hit the box-office.

The filmmakers are currently looking to finalize the details and they are scouting for the best actor to play the great man. Many big names popped up recently. You can find the full list at best Shane Warne movie betting odds by 1xBET Sportsbook here. But the top candidates can be shortlisted into four including Russell Crowe, Leonardo DiCaprio, Matt Damon, and Chris Hemsworth.

Russell Crowe has good experience in biopics

The New Zealand-born Australian actor Russell Crowe burst into the scene with his 2000 award-winning for Gladiator. His role as Maximus helped the film to have the highest-grossing of 2000. Crowe also starred in several films based on real-life stories, including his role in a Beautiful Mind (2001). In addition, he played the role of a real-life boxer, James J. Braddock, in Cinderella Man (2005). There is no doubt that Crowe can make Warne’s biopic a hit. Therefore, he is favored with 2 odds at 1xBET Sportsbook.

Matt Damon great in physical scenes

Damon’s best-known for his role in the ‘Jason Bourne’ films, is just great in scenes that need lots of physicalities. The third installment Bourne Ultimatum (2007) had the largest August opening weekend in movie history. Other top movies featuring Matt Damon are ‘The Talented Mr. Ripley’, ‘Behind the Candelabra’, and the Golden Globe-winning blockbuster ‘The Martian.’ Matt Damon had his journey in sports films. He played the role of rugby great Francois Pienaar in the South African film Invictus (2009) and was a nominee for the best supporting actor. His odds are 11 at 1xBET Sportsbook to get the role of Shane Warne.   

Leonardo DiCaprio never took part in a sports biopic

Oscar-winning actor Leonardo DiCaprio has starred in many movies based on true stories. His most popular role is ‘Jack’ in James Cameron’s epic drama ‘Titanic’ which made him a star. His other top-rated role in a biopic drama is J. Edgar (2011). In 2013 he starred in ‘The Wolf of Wall Street’, which is based on a memoir by Jordan Belfort. According to online sportsbook sites in Australia, DiCaprio never took part in a sports film. That is why he might decide to play Shane Warne at 15 if he gets an offer.

Chris Hemsworth has similar facial features of Warne

The Melbourne native Chris Hemsworth is best known for portraying Marvel Comic book hero Thor and for his starring roles in ‘Snow White and the Huntsman’ and ‘Rush.’ Chris is the youngest among the frontrunners at best Shane Warne movie betting odds. Besides, He has the most similar facial features of Shane Warne. 

Chris is currently taking part in a sports biopic, where he plays the role of the wrestler Hulk Hogan. If he enjoys shooting that movie he might be encouraged to play the role of Shane Warne with 15. However, if you wish to see all the other contenders just have a look at our review about 1xBET Sportsbook.