MIBR Secures 1xBet as First Official Betting Partner for VALORANT Roster
In a groundbreaking move for VALORANT esports, MIBR has partnered with 1xBet, designating the online gambling platform as the official betting sponsor for its VALORANT team. This collaboration, revealed via a 1xBet press release, follows strictly to Riot Games updated sponsorship regulations introduced in June, which underwent a stringent approval process to ensure compliance and integrity.
The agreement builds on 1xBet’s ongoing support of MIBR’s Counter Strike 2 squad, expanding into VALORANT with an emphasis on increasing fan immersion and regional growth. Key initiatives include tailored activations featuring MIBR streamer Gustavo “Sacy” Rossi, the 2022 VALORANT Champions victor, whose content will integrate betting elements to drive deeper engagement among Latin American and global audiences.
Simon Westbury, 1xBet’s Strategic Advisor, highlighted the partnership’s significance: “This is a historic step for 1xBet becoming the first official betting partner of an esports team within the Riot Games ecosystem. MIBR features some of the most talented and visible players in Latin America, and together we aim to strengthen VALORANT’s presence across the LATAM region, elevate its appeal internationally, and deliver a unique fan experience for audiences around the globe.”
Raphael Castanheira, MIBR’s Director of Marketing and Partnerships, echoed the sentiment, crediting the organization’s governance: “Being the first organization in the entire Riot ecosystem to obtain approval for a betting sponsorship is a direct result of how MIBR operates today, as an organized company with robust governance, clear processes, and protected by policies that put competitive integrity at the forefront.”
This milestone underscores Riot’s evolving stance on betting partnerships, fostering innovation while safeguarding the sport’s fairness. For MIBR, its status as a LATAM powerhouse, potentially paving the way for similar deals across the ecosystem. 1xBet’s esports footprint spanning sponsorships with CS2 teams like 9z and events such as IEM Cologne 2025 positions it to further ehance valorants global reach.
Since: October 29, 2025
