Legendary goalkeeper Peter Schmeichel takes on hosting duties for the SBC Awards 2025 with nominees revealing
SBC Awards 2025: Pragmatic Play and Sportradar Lead the Pack
The global betting and gaming industry is gearing up for the 12th annual SBC Awards, set to take place on September 18, 2025, at the MEO Arena in Lisbon. This prestigious event celebrates excellence across the industry, with a record-breaking 37 nomination categories [4][5].
Leading the nominations this year are Pragmatic Play and Sportradar, each with an impressive seven nominations [1][2]. Close behind are BetConstruct and Betsson Group, securing six nominations each.
The shortlist for the SBC Awards 2025 is a testament to the industry's innovation, products, and services in 2025. Notable nominees include Pragmatic Play and Sportradar for the highly coveted Leader of the Year award.
In the Casino Operator of the Year category, names such as LeoVegas, Bally's, Codere Online, and Winbet are vying for the top spot. Kaizen Gaming and Campeón Gaming return to defend their titles in the Operator of the Year - Medium and Large categories, respectively.
The evening will also feature four Rising Star awards, recognising emerging talents in various sectors. The Socially Responsible Initiative of the Year category highlights companies' commitment to responsible practices, with nominees such as Associação de Mulheres da Indústria do Gaming (AMIG), BGaming, EveryMatrix, and Pay4Fun.
Competition for awards such as Employer of the Year, Sportsbook Operator of the Year, and Innovation in Casino Entertainment is fierce, with several companies vying for the top spot. For instance, 1xBet, EstrelaBet, and Sportsbet.io are among the frontrunners for Sportsbook Operator of the Year, while Soft2Bet returns in pursuit of back-to-back wins for Innovation in Casino Entertainment and Innovation in Mobile.
The supplier categories will span 22 awards, with several new additions such as Aggregator of the Year and Crash Game of the Year. Delasport, Evolution, Evoplay, iGP, Optimove, and Spotlight Sports Group are among the fifteen companies competing for the Industry Innovation of the Year award.
The Platform Provider of the Year award features a strong field of contenders, including EGT Digital, GiG, GR8 Tech, Sportingtech, and White Hat Gaming. Digitain will aim to defend its title as Sportsbook Supplier of the Year.
This year's edition has the highest number of nominations ever received, reflecting the industry's growth and innovation. MiFinity, Monnet Payments, OKTO, Pay4Fun, Paysecure, and Trustly have multiple nominations across the payments and compliance categories. Noda and payabl. have nominations in all three payments and compliance categories.
For a quick summary of the leading nominees:
| Company | Number of Nominations | |-----------------|-----------------------| | Pragmatic Play | 7 | | Sportradar | 7 | | BetConstruct | 6 | | Betsson Group | 6 |
The complete list of shortlisted companies can be found on the SBC Awards website, with a separate ticket required for attending the ceremony. The 12th edition of the SBC Awards will be a night to remember, showcasing the very best of the global betting and gaming industry.
[1] SBC Awards 2025: Pragmatic Play and Sportradar Lead the Shortlist
[2] SBC Awards 2025: The Leading Nominees
[4] SBC Awards 2025: Record 37 Categories Announced
[5] SBC Awards 2025: Affiliate Categories to be Separated
- In the realm of sports betting technology, both Pragmatic Play and Sportradar are nominated for the prestigious Leader of the Year award at the SBC Awards 2025.
- The Casino Operator of the Year category finds Pragmatic Play and Sportradar competing against other notable names in the industry, such as LeoVegas, Bally's, Codere Online, and Winbet.
- Apart from the Leader of the Year award, Pragmatic Play and Sportradar are also nominees for the Industry Innovation of the Year award, demonstrating their significant impact in the intersection of technology, finance, sports, and entertainment.
