Online poker platform PokerStars has announced the sponsorship of Brazilian esports organisation FURIA.
The relationship is said to be brought to life across both brands, offering the poker and esports communities ‘unique entertainment opportunities and content,’ according to a release.
As a result of the agreement, the pair has unveiled a team of poker streamers, led by PokerStars ambassador and FURIA Chief Executive Officer André Akkari. Prior to founding FURIA in August 2017 alongside Jaime “raizen” Pádua, Akkari was known as one of the best Brazillian professional poker players in the world.