“Abios provides us with what we need, what our users need, and do it fast and securely!” – Aleksey Pontiakov, Senior Product Manager, Sports.ru
Esports, also known as cyber sports, has gained significant popularity in the CIS-region. According to Sports.ru, it is one of the most popular sports in Russia and Ukraine. The region is home to several prominent teams in CS:GO and Dota 2, and has a dedicated fan base for esports. Unlike some countries, esports was recognized as an official sport in Russia as early as 2016. Sports.ru, being the leading sports publication in Russia, recognized the demand for a community platform for esports fans.
To cater to the needs of esports fans, Sports.ru currently offers Cyber.sports.ru, an android app called Well Played, and an app for the Russian esports team Winstrike Team. These platforms provide news, tournament and match schedules, as well as community features for esports enthusiasts. Abios plays a crucial role in fueling Sports.ru’s esports offerings by providing esports data, including match and tournament calendars, live statistics and streams. This detailed data enhances the experience for dedicated fans, allowing them to delve into live in-game and post-game analytics. The integration of Abios esports data into Sports.ru’s systems has been seamless, thanks to Abios’ clear documentation and customer support assistance when needed.
Sports.ru and their esports initiatives have made significant progress in covering esports in CIS-countries, where many fans, teams, and players are based. Abios is proud to support Sports.ru in their mission to elevate esports to the same level as traditional sports. With over 20 years of operation, Sports.ru is the leading sports news publication in Russia, providing comprehensive coverage and community features to sports fans. Abios, on the other hand, is a provider of esports data and technology, serving global customers with their range of products for popular esports titles such as CS:GO, League of Legends, Fortnite, and Dota 2.
