Viaplay secures handball rights in long-term deal

Viaplay has reached a deal with the IHF (International Handball Federation) for exclusive coverage of major tournaments in the UK.

The Scandinavian streaming service officially launched in the UK last month following on from its acquisition of the Premier Sports channels, which have since adopted the Viaplay branding.

The agreement with the IHF, which also covers countries including Denmark, Poland and the Netherlands, includes coverage of the men's and women's World Championships in 2023, 2025, 2027, 2029 and 2031.

The broadcaster will also show the Beach Handball World Championships, as well as various youth World Championships across the men's and women's games.

Peter . . .