Stats Perform to provide Rugby League World Cup data

Stats Perform has been named as the official data provider for the Rugby League World Cup.

The company will support the men’s, women’s and wheelchair competitions taking place 15 October - 19 November 2022, delivering data through a range of Opta data feeds, with Stats Perform’s widgets providing content for use across digital and social platforms, before, during and after the action.

This includes determining the competition’s top performing players and informing and empowering fans through the Rugby League World Cup’s social channels, as well as creating extensive preview and post-match packs for the clubs and media ahead of all matches, and allowing broadcast operations and commentators full use of Opta data.

The national team coaches, analysts and performance staff will also have access to RugbyHub, Stats Perform’s professional rugby analysis platform. 

Steve Xeller, chief revenue officer, Stats Perform, said: “We’re delighted to announce our partnership with Rugby League World Cup 2021 and be a part of powering the first Rugby League World Cup that encompasses the men’s, women’s and wheelchair competitions within one tournament.

“Stats Perform has a long history of growing Rugby League globally through our market leading data, content, and distribution, and this deal is yet another milestone in Stats Perform’s commitment to supporting the expansion of the sport across the globe.”

Jon Dutton, RLWC2021 chief executive, added: “The RLWC2021 is committed to making a real impact in communities, and one of the ways we can support this is by delivering the best possible experiences for our passionate fans, along with supplying our partners and teams with the highest quality match data.

“Stats Perform have been appointed as our official data supplier, due to their longevity and reliable history in the industry. I look forward to working with them as they help us deliver the biggest, best and most inclusive Rugby League World Cup in history.”