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  • One last split to rule them all as Valorant Split 3 kicks off today

    One last split to rule them all as Valorant Split 3 kicks off today

    MUMBAI: The battle lines are drawn, and the bullets are digital but the stakes? Very real. South Asia’s most prestigious Valorant showdown OMEN VCSA 2025 Split 3 blasts off today, 27 June, in what promises to be the most high-pressure sprint of the season. With Rs 53 lakh up for grabs and only four golden tickets available to the VCT Ascension Pacific Qualifiers, the eight teams in the fray aren’t just aiming to win, they’re fighting to represent the region on the global stage.

    Running online until 3 July, the final split in this year’s three-part saga will determine which top four teams move to the Ascension Qualifiers (online: 7–8 July, LAN in Gurugram: 12–13 July), where just one squad will earn the honour of donning South Asia’s colours at the VCT Ascension Pacific 2025.

    Who’s in the arena?

    Revenant X Spark (155 points), Velocity Gaming (130), and Reckoning Esports (120) currently top the Challenger Points leaderboard. They return alongside S8ul, Dot Exe Esports, and GE Academy from earlier splits. New challengers XO Ind and Asterisk enter through the Promotion and Relegation bracket, and every match now could shift the leaderboard entirely.

    Velocity Gaming stole Split 1 in a stunning undefeated run. Revenant X Spark bounced back with a LAN-finale victory in Split 2, defeating Reckoning Esports, whose player Kirill ‘moner’ Matsanov bagged the MVP title with a jaw-dropping 258 kills and a flurry of clutch plays.

    This final split isn’t just about glory, it’s about survival. With a cumulative prize pool of Rs 1.13 crore, VCSA 2025 introduced a points-based system to reward consistency across all three splits. Now, with Challenger Points accumulated so far, Split 3 becomes the final checkpoint before Ascension.

    The winner of the upcoming Ascension Qualifiers won’t just hoist a trophy, they’ll enter the VCT Ascension Pacific tournament, facing off against elite teams from across the Asia-Pacific region. The dream? Securing a slot in next year’s prestigious VCT International League.

    “Split 3 is where pressure peaks,” said Nodwin Gaming co-founder and managing director Akshat Rathee. “This is South Asia’s final shot at international glory and fans can expect the fiercest Valorant action yet.”

    Riot Games’ South Asia Esports Lead Sukamal Pegu echoed the sentiment: “Every match is make-or-break. It’s a chance to witness the best of our regional talent rise.”

    Tournament Timeline:

     . Split 3 (Online): 27 June  – 3 July

     .  Ascension Qualifiers (Online): 7 – 8 July

     .  Ascension Qualifiers (LAN – Gurugram): 12 – 13 July

     . Watch Live: Nodwin Gaming YouTube (Hindi & English), Facebook (Hindi)

    With the battlefield heating up and a shot at global domination on the line, Split 3 isn’t just the final leg, it’s the ultimate proving ground. Ready. Aim. Ascend.
     

  • Scoop, score, chill repeat as Mother Dairy drops into esports arena

    Scoop, score, chill repeat as Mother Dairy drops into esports arena

    MUMBAI: When the heat is on and the stakes are high, a scoop of calm can go a long way. And this summer, it came with sprinkles of glory and a side of gaming grit. Mother Dairy has officially levelled up. In a sizzling first, the iconic dairy brand dipped into the world of esports with the Mother Dairy Chillz Cup, a high-octane gaming tournament hosted in partnership with Rooter, India’s largest game streaming and commerce platform. With 64 top teams and over 2,000 gamers facing off in an epic Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI) showdown, it wasn’t just about victory, it was about staying cool while doing it.

    And that’s where the magic happened. As players braved virtual crossfire and tactical pressure, Mother Dairy’s ice creams emerged as the real MVPs, cooling the nerves with indulgent favourites like Banoffee Pie, Pina Colada, Filter Coffee Cone, and the ever-quirky Choconado. It was a gaming-meets-gastronomy experience like no other.

    The final clash on May 11, 2025, wasn’t just a gaming finale, it was a festival of fandom. Crowds cheered, creators scooped up frozen delights, and elite teams like iqoo Soul, Godlike, and Revenant X Spark brought their A-game in front of roaring fans.

    Speaking about the collaboration, Mother Dairy Spokesperson said, “Ice creams are all about excitement and fun. We are thrilled to partner with Rooter for the Mother Dairy Chillz Cup, marking our entry into the dynamic and fast-growing world of esports. This association enables us to connect with a younger audience through a platform that thrives on energy, engagement, and innovation. The Chillz Cup truly embodies our brand’s youthful spirit and commitment to delivering the coolest experiences.”

    Rooter founder and CEO Piyush said “We’ve always believed in creating meaningful partnerships that bring value to both the gaming community and our brand partners. The Chillz Cup was a great example of how a legacy brand like Mother Dairy could connect with a digital-first audience in their native environment, making it a fun, and memorable experience. The Chillz Cup captured the cool spirit of gaming staying calm under pressure and outplaying rivals with a cool head just like enjoying a scoop of ice-cold Mother Dairy Ice Cream on a hot day. We are proud to collaborate on a campaign that celebrates high-performance gaming while adding an element of summer joy to the esports experience”

    From frosty cones to fiery comebacks, the Chillz Cup didn’t just serve scoops, it served up a new era of brand storytelling in gaming. And with esports now firmly on Mother Dairy’s menu, the summer just got a whole lot cooler.