Reality Check Systems partners with live sports streaming service DAZN

Leading up to its launch in August, DAZN enlisted media technology provider Reality Check Systems (RCS) to create a graphics and data integration production solution for its new live sports streaming service. Available in Germany, Austria, Switzerland and Japan via multiple connected devices, DAZN lets viewers tune into live coverage of more than 8,000 sporting events a year – from top European football leagues like the Premier League to US sports such as MLB, NBA, NFL, plus motorsports, tennis, darts and more.

As a key technology partner, RCS designed and built the solution in collaboration with DAZN’s team using a combination of custom software and industry-standard graphics hardware. Taking real-time data from Perform Content brand Opta, RCS’ Foundation data-management solution parses relevant information and powers informative graphics templates tailored to each market, which are distributed to each live programme feed. RCS and DAZN will continue collaborating to expand the solution’s capabilities as the service evolves.

Jamie Rice, chief operating officer at DAZN Japan, said: “DAZN personalises the streaming experience for sports fans, a process enhanced by RCS. They’ve devised a brilliant solution that allows us to bring customers tailored graphics with Opta’s world-renowned sports data about their favourite players, teams and competitions in their native languages.”

“OTT is the future of sports broadcasting, and DAZN is leading the transformation. A Netflix for sports, it’s revolutionising the fan experience – making an unprecedented library of live content available at the sports fan’s fingertips,” expressed Mike Ward, managing director EMEA, RCS. “As a company that thrives on innovation, RCS is incredibly excited to partner with DAZN on such a groundbreaking project, and we look forward to developing our partnership further.”