Abstract
Updates on the rankings of national handball teams have been lacking since 2010 and are not used for qualification groupings in international tournaments, leading to issues such as lackluster matches. Furthermore, rankings prior to 2010 lack statistical justification. This study proposes a rating method for men's handball that calculates team strength on the basis of match results. Using ranking based on this rating, the study expects to prevent lackluster games and increase interest in handball through media coverage of rankings. As applications of the ranking, ratings are calculated based on the results of the World Championship, and the number of participating countries from each continent in the Olympic tournament is discussed. Additionally, the study highlights lackluster matches as a result of flawed tournament formats in the Youth Asia Championships using the ratings.
