The ruling on watching sports matches

Q: What is the ruling on a bet that is called Haq (right)? What is the ruling on it if it is made by only one party? Like if a person says for example "If a certain issue finishes, I will buy you something." May Allah reward you with good.

A: Monetary bets are impermissible except for what the Law-Giver has excluded, which is betting on horses, camels or shooting. It is impermissible to take money in return for (Part No. 15; Page No. 240) any other forms of betting, for it is considered eating up money unlawfully, and from the gambling that Allah and His Messenger have prohibited. Whereas saying "If this issue is accomplished, then you will have so and so" is a way of promising, and it is permissible to fulfill it if available.May Allah grant us success. May peace and blessings be upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family, and Companions.