ILLY SET TO IGNITE CENTRE COURT ON THURSDAY 20 NOVEMBER AT THE FIVB BEACH VOLLEYBALL WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS ADELAIDE 2025

The FIVB Beach Volleyball World Championships Adelaide 2025 is set to turn up the volume yet again, today announcing that multi-Platinum selling powerhouse Illy will headline the Centre Court entertainment program on Thursday 20 November.

Illy will perform within the Night Session on Thursday’s Round of 16 elimination matches, which will be staked with powerhouse teams such as Paris 2024 Ahman/Hellvig (SWE) and a potential 2 Australian teams, after tonight’s double header in the Round of 32.

Known for pushing creative boundaries and delivering electric live performances, Illy will bring his signature blend of hip hop, pop and genre-bending energy to The Drive in the heat of Adelaide, as the World Championships continue their fusion of epic music meets elite sport.

Across six studio albums, Illy has carved out a career as one of Australia’s most beloved and influential artists. From the ARIA #1 success of Two Degrees to multi-Platinum hits including Tightrope, Papercuts and Catch 22, Illy has consistently evolved, embracing new sonic inspirations, taking risks, and connecting deeply with fans along the way.

With new music on the horizon, including Like You, crafted with DMA’S songwriter Johnny Took and Peking Duk’s Reuben Styles, Illy arrives in Adelaide at the perfect moment: refreshed, creatively energised, and ready to light up the riverbank precinct.

Volleyball Australia CEO Andrew Dee said the addition of Illy to Thursday’s lineup reinforces the event’s commitment to delivering a world-class festival atmosphere.

“The FIVB Beach Volleyball World Championships are about more than sport, they’re about bringing people together through world-class competition and world-class entertainment,” Dee said.

“Illy is one of Australia’s most exciting performers, and his energy, creativity and connection with fans will make Thursday night something truly special. We can’t wait to see Centre Court come alive.

“We are proud that the World Championships has been designed as a celebration of the best beach volleyball athletes in the world, but also of Australian culture and creativity. Illy represents that spirit perfectly and we know fans will love every moment.”

Illy’s performance will join a stacked entertainment schedule designed to elevate the Championships into a full-scale festival experience, combining explosive live sport with the very best in Australian music.

As the Beach Volleyball World Championships moves to the business end of the tournament, fans will be treated to quality action and quality entertainment.