Volleyball World has signed a landmark ten-year deal with Stats Perform, a global leader in artificial intelligence for sport. As a result, Stats Perform has secured exclusive global streaming and betting rights for the world’s top men’s and women’s volleyball competitions.
Initially, the agreement covers events such as the FIVB Men’s and Women’s Volleyball World Championships and the Beach Volleyball World Championships, which will take place biennially from 2025.
In addition, it includes the Volleyball Nations League and the Beach Pro Tour, both held annually. Other notable competitions include the Italian Super League, the Italian Women’s Volleyball League and several Asian Volleyball Confederation tournaments.
More details about the agreement between Stats Perform and Volleyball
Commenting on the deal, Felix von Knorring, Head of Media at Volleyball World, said: “We are thrilled to partner with Stats Perform. Furthermore, we value their professional approach to content creation and distribution.”
He added: “With its technical and AI capabilities, commitment to fan engagement and network of licensed partners, we have found the ideal platform to expand the reach of volleyball.”
Meanwhile, Alex Rice, Chief Commercial Officer at Stats Perform, explained: “Volleyball has become increasingly important to our betting partners as their users are drawn to both watching and engaging with the sport.”
Rice added: “It is one of the most-watched events at the Olympics and, according to recent figures, attracts as many bettors as the tennis Majors, so we look forward to delivering engaging content year-round.”
Additionally, official data from volleyball competitions is part of the betting data offering from Stats Perform, recently recognized with its fifth consecutive accreditation by the IBIA.
Event coverage
Live coverage of events is part of “Bet LiveStreams”, an interactive video service available 24 hours a day to licensed bookmakers. The service currently includes more than 100 competitions from 13 different sports.
