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- Odds now given after the death of Pope Francis
- Next Pope favourite with bookmakers to once again take the Francis name
Next Pope Odds: Luis Antonio Tagle Favourite Following Death of Pope Francis
| Potential Next Pope | Probability |
|---|---|
| Pietro Parolin | 20.00% |
| Luis Antonio Tagle | 18.20% |
| Peter Turkson | 14.30% |
| Peter Erdo | 12.50% |
| Angelo Scola | 11.10% |
Who Will Be The Next Pope Betting?
Pope Francis, elected in March 2013 following the resignation of Pope Benedict XVI, has died after more than a decade as head of the Catholic Church.
His papacy faced major challenges including tensions with China and financial struggles during the global pandemic.
Francis often hinted his reign wouldn’t be long yet he remained in office for over 12 years.
His progressive stance led to frequent clashes with conservative factions, especially over changes to the Latin Mass.
Now, the Cardinals will gather to vote in secret to elect a new Pope. A two-thirds majority is required.
Once chosen, the new Pope will be asked if he accepts and then selects a papal name.
Luis Antonio Tagle
Certainly, a Pope from the African continent such as Peter Turkson would seem "the right choice" as the world looks for a more inclusive solution to issues.
The next pope betting market is very open with a host of Cardinals and an Archbishop quoted.
Peter Turkson
Several online bookmakers offer the latest odds on the next pope including Paddy Power
The Next Pope Betting News Diary Timeline
Betting on who will be the next pope is normally available whilst the current Pope is still in office. Often the major bookies disagree on a favourite and there is plenty of movement in the next Pope betting odds.
Here is a round-up of the next Pope Betting News from our OLBG News feed.
21st April 2025
Next Pope Odds: Luis Antonio Tagle Favourite Following Death of Pope Francis
19th March 2025
Next Pope Betting Odds: Bookmakers continue to offer odds on next Pope with
12th March 2025
Next Pope Betting Odds: Bookies now give 75% CHANCE of a new Pope in 2025 with Pope Francis resignation suggestion made!
How Is The Next Pope Chosen?
The College of Cardinals selects a Pope when the previous one dies or resigns.
A series of meetings are held where the issues facing the church are discussed.
The Cardinals then vote by secret ballot over 4 rounds of voting until a candidate receives a two-thirds majority.
If no one receives the necessary two-thirds of the vote, the ballots are burned in the chapel stove, which produces black smoke, this signifies to the watching crowds and world that a Pope has not yet been chosen.
When a Pope does receive the necessary 2/3rds of the vote they ask if he accepts the position, if he does white smoke appears meaning a new Pope has been chosen.
An announcement is then made from St Peters " Habemus Papam" - "We Have A New Pope"
