The Philippines has been selected to host the eFIBA Season 3 World Finals. With a deep basketball history and an international eSports hotbed, many see the country as a perfect fit.
What is eFIBA?
eFIBA (electronic Fédération Internationale de Basketball) is an esports league that merges the competitive thrill of gaming with the strategic nature of basketball. The eFIBA World Finals is a global competition that brings together the best virtual basketball teams from across the world to compete in a tournament that simulates basketball league play.
Founded by the International Basketball Federation (FIBA), eFIBA allows players to create digital players and engage in 5v5 matchups, competing in a virtual environment miming the fast-paced reality of actual basketball.
Esports in the Philippines
The Philippines has emerged as an industry leader in the global esports landscape in recent years. With the rise of mobile gaming among Filipino youth and competitive esports tournaments, the country has positioned itself as a hub for esports in Southeast Asia.
Hosting major international events like the eFIBA World Finals aligns with the country’s goal to further establish itself as a leader in digital gaming.
eFIBA Season 3 Tournament Format
eFIBA Season 3 will feature regional qualifiers from North America, Europe, Asia, and Oceania that will compete to secure their place in the tournament. The tournament format includes group stages, knockout rounds, and high-stakes finals.
Regional Qualifiers: Teams from around the world compete in regional leagues over several months to earn a spot in the World Finals.
Playoffs: Once the top teams from each region are determined, they will compete in the playoff bracket that leads to the finals.
World Finals: The culmination of months of competition, the World Finals will feature the top teams battling for global supremacy. The event will be held at the SMX Clark Convention Center in Clark, Philippines, from December 11 to 12, 2024.
Betting on eFIBA
Philippine players who want to bet on eSports and eFIBA can access online sportsbooks with odds for the events. While some domestic sportsbooks might carry odds for the eFIBA World Finals, you will unlikely find odds for other international eSport events.
Philippine online sportsbooks have basically birthed the idea of betting on eSports and virtual competitions. Today, many top online sports betting brands offer live-streamed events, including eSport competitions with live odds and futures for each competing team.
