# DUPLAYS Sports Services

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/duplays-sports-services

- Industry: Internet
- Headquarters: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Website: duplays.com
- Latest round: Seed (May 1, 2012)
- Investors on record: 1

## About

DUPLAYS Sports Services enhances community engagement through sports by organizing various recreational leagues and tournaments, offering a range of events for different age groups and skill levels.DUPLAYS Sports Services operates as a provider of recreational sports services focused on fostering community interaction through organized activities. The company is headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, and was founded by Derv Rao and Ravi Bhusari, who have prior entrepreneurial experience. The company completed its most recent funding round on February 19, 2013, when Wamda Capital financed DUPLAYS Sports Services. As of the latest information, the company has engaged in 3 distinct deals.DUPLAYS DMCC specializes in organizing recreational and sporting events aimed at promoting community engagement. Their primary offerings include leagues, tournaments, and social sporting events catering to a diverse clientele, which includes amateur athletes, corporate teams, and social groups. The company focuses on sports such as football, basketball, and volleyball, operating mainly in the United Arab Emirates and plans to expand its services to other Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries.DUPLAYS DMCC generates revenue through participation fees collected from leagues and tournaments as well as corporate partnerships designed to promote employee engagement in sports. Clients register for specific events and pay corresponding fees, which help cover operational costs. The pricing structure varies based on the type of league or event, with potential discounts for early registration or corporate sponsorships. Revenue is sourced directly from participants and teams entering various leagues and events, and the company also seeks partnerships with local businesses for additional revenue through sponsorships.DUPLAYS Sports Services plans to further expand its market reach by launching new sporting events and leagues targeting broader demographics. The company aims to penetrate additional Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries by leveraging its existing model to meet the rising demand for organized sports. The funding received in February 2013 from Wamda Capital will support these initiatives, though specific allocation details have not been disclosed.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, May 1, 2012 — BECO Capital

## Investors

- BECO Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/beco-capital) — Seed