This paper is published in Volume-11, Issue-6, 2025
Area
Statistics
Author
Kashyap Jalali
Org/Univ
Edify School, Karnataka, Bengaluru, India
Keywords
Sports Analytics, Player Performance Evaluation, Statistical Analysis, Quantitative Analysis, Regression Analysis, Monte Carlo Simulations
Citations
IEEE
Kashyap Jalali. The Role of Mathematics in Sports Statistics: Analyzing Player Performance, International Journal of Advance Research, Ideas and Innovations in Technology, www.IJARIIT.com.
APA
Kashyap Jalali (2025). The Role of Mathematics in Sports Statistics: Analyzing Player Performance. International Journal of Advance Research, Ideas and Innovations in Technology, 11(6) www.IJARIIT.com.
MLA
Kashyap Jalali. "The Role of Mathematics in Sports Statistics: Analyzing Player Performance." International Journal of Advance Research, Ideas and Innovations in Technology 11.6 (2025). www.IJARIIT.com.
Kashyap Jalali. The Role of Mathematics in Sports Statistics: Analyzing Player Performance, International Journal of Advance Research, Ideas and Innovations in Technology, www.IJARIIT.com.
APA
Kashyap Jalali (2025). The Role of Mathematics in Sports Statistics: Analyzing Player Performance. International Journal of Advance Research, Ideas and Innovations in Technology, 11(6) www.IJARIIT.com.
MLA
Kashyap Jalali. "The Role of Mathematics in Sports Statistics: Analyzing Player Performance." International Journal of Advance Research, Ideas and Innovations in Technology 11.6 (2025). www.IJARIIT.com.
Abstract
Mathematics forms the backbone of modern sports analytics, enabling the transformation of raw performance data into structured, quantifiable insights that enhance both individual and team evaluation. This study examines how mathematical and statistical tools—including weighted averages, regression analysis, principal component analysis (PCA), z-score standardization, clustering methods, Monte Carlo simulations, and Expected Goals (xG/xA) models—collectively contribute to a sophisticated understanding of athlete performance. By applying these techniques, the research demonstrates how multidimensional player data can be normalized, compared, and interpreted to produce objective ratings and identify key performance indicators. Furthermore, the study highlights the predictive power of mathematical modelling in sports. Regression-based forecasting and probabilistic simulations allow analysts to estimate goal-scoring likelihood, evaluate tactical strategies, and anticipate match outcomes with greater accuracy. Dimensionality-reduction methods, such as PCA and factor analysis, streamline complex datasets into meaningful components, revealing hidden patterns and correlations within player behavior. Beyond individual assessments, mathematics also enhances broader strategic decision-making in areas such as player recruitment, opponent analysis, load management, and game planning. The findings emphasize that the integration of quantitative models not only improves analytical precision but also reduces subjective bias, resulting in a more transparent and reliable framework for performance evaluation. Overall, this research illustrates the essential role mathematics plays in shaping the contemporary sports analytics landscape, demonstrating how rigorous quantitative analysis contributes to improved tactical understanding, more informed coaching decisions, and data-driven competitive advantage.
