WebCric Climbs 42 Spots in UK Sports Apps Chart

Overview

In the latest update of the United Kingdom App Store charts for Sports apps, significant shifts have occurred among the top free applications as of May 5, 2026. The competition remains fierce, with some apps making impressive gains while others slip down the rankings. This report highlights the top climbers, current performers, and apps that have seen notable declines.

Top Climbers

This week, two cricket-related apps, WebCric – Live Cricket HD and Cricket Live - CricExtra, made remarkable strides. Both apps jumped 42 positions, landing at #23 and #25 respectively. These gains highlight the growing interest in cricket, especially as the season intensifies.

Other notable climbers include:

• Premier League - Scores, News: #30 (was #53, +23 positions)
• Live Football TV: HD streaming: #20 (was #40, +20 positions)
• Formula 1®: #14 (was #28, +14 positions)

New Entries

There were no new entries in the top free apps chart this week. However, the consistent performance of existing apps indicates strong user retention and engagement within the sports category.

Top Performers

The top positions remain dominated by established favorites. Leading the pack is Great Run: Running Events, holding the #1 spot, followed closely by bet365 - Sports Betting at #2 and Playtomic - Play padel at #3. Other top performers include:

• Sky Sports: #4
• Midnite: Sports & Casino: #5
• Paddy Power Sports Betting: #6

Notable Drops

Conversely, some apps have experienced significant declines in the rankings. Play-Cricket Live dropped 7 positions to #29, while Tournify fell 6 positions to #19. Other notable drops include:

• Betfred Sports, Casino & Games: #10 (was #5, -5 positions)
• Spond: #15 (was #11, -4 positions)

As we continue into the year, observing these movements in the App Store charts for iOS apps will provide valuable insights into user preferences and trends within the sports sector in the UK.