eSports revenue to total 7 million in 2015 with 9 coming from sponsorships and advertising according to research firm SuperData.
By 2018, the firm expects the eSports market will be valued at $1.9 billion with amateur and micro-tournaments and online betting and fantasy sites gaining popularity.
North America and Europe make up a combined 52% of the market ($400 million) with Asia’s eSports market valued at $321 million, the firm said.