Cyprus expects hosting Group C at EuroBasket 2025 to deliver a strong economic boost – estimated total impact between €13 and €17 million, while organizing costs were about €7.1 million.
The main benefit comes from tourism – higher spending on hotels, transport, hospitality, and other services. Live TV coverage is expected to reach 300 million viewers worldwide, giving Cyprus major exposure and a chance to present itself as an attractive destination for investment and leisure.
The “Spyros Kyprianou” Arena in Limassol underwent a full renovation before the tournament. Capacity increased from 6,255 to 8,000 seats, and the €14.5 million upgrade included new locker rooms, multimedia screens, improved lighting and ventilation, park & ride facilities, and full security systems.
“From the moment we applied in 2021, we asked Ernst & Young to prepare a detailed study showing that the benefits would far outweigh the costs,” Mark Klirides told Economy Today. “An updated study in November 2024 showed that costs will be €7.1 million, while direct and indirect benefits range from €12.2 million to €17.7 million,” said by Mark Klerides.
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EuroBasket 2025 – Extended rosters of all national teams
EuroBasket 2025, starting on August 27, will be the central topic of discussion in the coming period, alongside basketball transfers in Europe and worldwide.
National team gatherings across the Old Continent have already begun, and coaches have announced extended player lists, with only 12 players from each team set to secure their plane tickets for EuroBasket 2025.
EuroBasket 2025 will be hosted by four countries – Cyprus, Poland, Finland, and Latvia.
The final phase of the competition, meaning all national team matches after the group stage, will be played in Latvia, specifically in Riga, with the final scheduled for September 14.
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