LSports releases new Quarterly Data Report
Global sports betting continued its upward trajectory in Q2 2025, with data consumption rising 19% year-over-year, according to LSports’ newly released Quarterly Data Report.
While familiar sports betting powerhouses maintained their positions, the report highlights unexpected growth from emerging European football leagues, rising WTA events, and the sustained momentum of esports – key areas that sportsbooks should monitor to capture untapped demand.
Additional highlights from Q2 include:
- Basketball surged 42% YoY, becoming the second-fastest growing sport globally.
- Champions, Europa and Conference League formats drove a 155% YoY increase in demand.
- Esports and table tennis combined for nearly 10 million consumed fixtures in Q2.
- Major WTA events outperformed ATP, with select tennis competitions posting triple-digit growth.
LSports’ Quarterly Data Report analyzes betting activity across a network of more than 450 sportsbooks worldwide. It delivers actionable insights for executives, trading teams and product strategists, outlining shifts in bettor behaviour and uncovering opportunities to boost engagement, increase revenues and expand market coverage in 2025.
“In today’s fast-evolving sportsbook landscape, relying on instinct alone is no longer enough,” said Dotan Lazar, CEO of LSports. “Our Q2 report gives operators a data-backed view of where demand is surging and where they can unlock growth. Whether it’s overlooked competitions or emerging sports, the insights show where sportsbooks should focus to stay ahead.”
Download the full Q2 report here
The report is designed for sportsbook decision-makers, trading teams and product leaders seeking to stay ahead of market trends. It provides actionable insights to optimise content strategy, improve player engagement and uncover overlooked revenue opportunities.