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  • Skyesports announces Pokémon UNITE World Championship 2024 India Qualifier

    Skyesports announces Pokémon UNITE World Championship 2024 India Qualifier

    Mumbai: Skyesports, India’s leading esports tournament organizer, is excited to announce the Pokémon UNITE World Championship 2024 India Qualifier. This qualifier will include open-for-all rounds and a prize pool of $37,500, offering every player the opportunity to represent the country at the $500,000 World Championship in Honolulu, Hawaii, against the best in the world.

    Commenting on hosting the India Qualifier, Skyesports founder and CEO Shiva Nandy stated, “We are thrilled to continue our association with The Pokémon Company for the third year running. Over the past two years, we’ve witnessed consistent growth in participation and viewership for the game. As the Indian hosts of the Pokémon UNITE esports roadmap, the Pokémon UNITE WCS 2024 India Qualifier will offer every aspiring professional player a chance to represent the country on the biggest stage for Pokémon UNITE esports. I wish the best to all participants.”

    Registrations for the Pokémon UNITE WCS 2024 India Qualifier are about to end on the Skyesports website. Players residing in India can form teams to register for the open-for-all qualifier until May 9, 2024. Registered teams will compete on May 11 and 12, 2024, for a share of the $37,500 prize pool and the top spot to advance to the Pokémon UNITE World Championship 2024 in Honolulu, Hawaii.

    The World Championship 2024 will take place from August 16 to 18, with a $500,000 prize pool. Sixteen of the best teams from around the world will compete for the title of world champions. In 2022 and 2023, Revenant Esports and S8UL Esports, respectively, represented India in the World Championship. The 2024 India Qualifier will determine who will represent the country this year.

    Summary:

      .  Registrations link: https://skyesports.in/pokemonunite/wcs

       . Registrations close: May 9, 2024

       . India Qualifier Schedule: May 11 and 12, 2024

  • LG UltraGear Skyesports Champion series ends with 100,000 peak viewers

    LG UltraGear Skyesports Champion series ends with 100,000 peak viewers

    Mumbai: The LG UltraGear Skyesports champions series (SCS) 2024, an Rs 10,00,000 open-for-all BGMI esports tournament has concluded with WSB Gaming registering a thrilling first-place finish. The month-long tournament which happened across several qualifier stages and a semifinals saw the top 16 teams battling it out in the Grand Finals from March 5 to 10 for the prestigious title. With top-notch BGMI action being livestreamed exclusively on YouTube, the tournament amassed a peak concurrent viewership of more than 100,000.

    LG UltraGear was the title partner for the Skyesports Champions Series 2024. The tournament was powered by AMD with EliteHubs and Zebronics joining as the e-commerce and gaming peripherals partners, respectively.

    The Grand Finals was an intense affair with numerous teams competing until the final match for the title. Ultimately, however, it was the aggressive prowess of WSB Gaming, a team that made it through the Quarterfinals and the Semifinals, which earned them the title. The team amassed 261 points, narrowly edging out fan favorites iQOOSoul to take the coveted title of champions.

    In a post-match interview, WSB Gaming’s Zeref, said, “It’s exhilarating to take first place in the Skyesports Champions Series. I feel really great to have won by defeating the teams who have taught us.”

    The SCS was a crucial tournament for teams as they weren’t just fighting for the title, but also for points in the Skyesports Leaderboard. The official Skyesports Leaderboard System amalgamates the performance of teams in official Skyesports IPs and serves as the criterion for invites into future tournaments. Skyesports’ next tournament, the Skyesports Mobile Open, will feature top teams invited directly from the leaderboard.

    Commenting on the thrilling conclusion to the LG UltraGear Skyesports Champions Series, Skyesports founder and CEO Shiva Nandy said, “Congratulations to WSB Gaming for their amazing victory in the tournament. With the SCS, we are thrilled to have given an opportunity to all players to go pro through our open qualifiers and also bring high-quality BGMI esports action live for fans. Our added stake with the Skyesports Leaderboard, engaging with fans on social media, close matches, and also strong numbers from our regional Tamil language stream all contributed to driving viewership for the tournament, bringing in a peak viewership of more than 100,000 viewers. I would like to thank our partners LG UltraGear, AMD, EliteHubs, and Zebronics without whom this tournament wouldn’t have been possible.”

    The overall standings of the LG UltraGear Skyesports Champions Series 2024 Finals are as follows:

    •    WSB Gaming
    •    iQOO Soul
    •    Blind Esports
    •    Team Tamilas
    •    Revenant Esports
    •    Orangutan
    •    Hydra
    •    Medal Esports
    •    Entity
    •    Chemin Esports
    •    WindGod Esports
    •    Aerobotz Esports
    •    Team XSpark
    •    Dragon Esports
    •    CS Esports
    •    Reckoning Esports

    Registrations are currently open for the Skyesports Mobile Open, the next tournament in the 2024 Skyesports BGMI roadmap. 

  • Skyesports and Indonesian Embassy unite for historic event at India Gaming Show 2024

    Skyesports and Indonesian Embassy unite for historic event at India Gaming Show 2024

    Mumbai:  Skyesports, an esports tournament organiser, has announced a collaboration with The Indonesian Embassy of New Delhi for an esports showmatch at the India Gaming Show, as India and Indonesia commemorate the 75 anniversary of diplomatic relations in 2024. The sixth India Gaming Show 2024, an international gaming, animation, and infotainment event is being organized by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) from 14 to 16 March in Pune, India.

    The esports showmatch at the Skyesports Grand Slam will feature a top team from India and Indonesia competing in the popular PC game, Counter-Strike 2. This event not only celebrates the rich history of diplomatic relations between the two nations but also highlights the growing importance of esports in fostering international connections.

    According to Niko Partners’ Asia Games Market Report, Indonesia boasts over 180 million gamers, while India impressively claims 421 million gamers, predominantly aged between 16 and 64 years old. This vast gaming community presents a unique opportunity for both countries to promote their gaming industries and explore avenues for further collaboration.

    A representative from the Indonesian Embassy in New Delhi said, “We highly appreciate the collaboration between The Indonesian Embassy in New Delhi with Skyesports in the Skyesports Grand Slam, as this is also a great opportunity to commemorate the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Indonesia and India by doing people-to-people contact activities. Various activities have been planned, such as an exhibition game between both teams from Indonesia and India, a panel discussion with stakeholders from both countries as speakers, and promoting Indonesia local games through Indonesia Pavillion at the Exhibition that show potentials for the Indian market.”  

    Commenting on the thrilling showmatch between India and Indonesia in the Skyesports Grand Slam, Skyesports founder and CEO Shiva Nandy said, “We are thrilled to be hosting the India – Indonesia showmatch at the India Gaming Show 2024 in Pune as a part of our Skyesports Grand Slam IP. As the esports industry continues to soar globally, this collaborative initiative between Skyesports and The Indonesian Embassy in New Delhi not only celebrates the longstanding diplomatic ties between India and Indonesia but also underscores the immense potential of esports as a platform for cultural exchange and international cooperation. This showmatch exemplifies how gaming transcends boundaries, bringing together diverse communities in friendly competition, and signifies a significant milestone in the evolution of esports on the world stage.”

    The India – Indonesia Showmatch will be played as a part of the Skyesports Grand Slam, an international esports tournament in the India Gaming Show 2024. Besides the showmatch, the tournament will witness four elite teams – one from India, one from Australia, and two from Europe – engaging in intense esports action for the title of champions and a share of the impressive $50,000 prize pool. 

  • LG UltraGear ties up with Skyesports as title partner for major esports tournaments

    LG UltraGear ties up with Skyesports as title partner for major esports tournaments

    Mumbai: Skyesports, an esports tournament organizer, has announced a partnership with LG UltraGear, the industry-leading gaming monitors. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in the Indian esports landscape, showcasing a long-term commitment by LG Electronics (LG) to elevate gaming experiences.

    LG UltraGear will take centre stage as the Title Sponsor for two prestigious tournaments: the Skyesports Champions Series (SCS) featuring the popular mobile game, Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI), and the highly anticipated on-ground Skyesports Grand Slam in Pune, which will showcase international esports action in Counter-Strike 2.

    LG Electronics India Pvt Ltd vice president & director, division leader, business solutions Yoojae Kim said, “We are thrilled to embark on this exclusive partnership with Skyesports, a pioneering force in India’s gaming and esports arena. This collaboration not only underscores LG’s commitment to elevating gaming experiences but also aligns perfectly with our mission to empower gamers with cutting-edge technology. Together with Skyesports, we aim to ignite the passion for gaming across India, fostering a vibrant community and showcasing the prowess of LG UltraGear monitors in the competitive gaming landscape.”

    Commenting on the association, Skyesports founder and CEO Shiva Nandy said, “We are thrilled to partner with LG UltraGear™ as the title sponsors for two of our upcoming major esports IPs, the Skyesports Grand Slam 2024 and the Skyesports Champions Series. This collaboration reflects our shared commitment to pushing the boundaries of esports in India and providing gamers with top-notch gaming experiences. As we enter a fully-stacked 2024 esports roadmap by Skyesports, partnerships like these are a testament to the potential of our roadmap which not only extends to Indian gamers but also includes participation from international regions, including Australia and Europe.”

    The Skyesports Grand Slam is set to happen in Pune, India from March 14 to 16 during the 6th India Gaming Show 2024, an international gaming, animation, and infotainment event by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII). The tournament will feature four teams – one from India and Australia each, and two from Europe – engaging in intense esports action for the title of champions and a share of the staggering $50,000 prize pool.

    Additionally, LG UltraGear™ will be showcasing its innovative monitors through an interactive booth at the India Gaming Show 2024 allowing attendees to immerse themselves into the world of gaming with cutting-edge displays.

    Besides this, LG UltraGear™ is set to join the Skyesports Champions Series (SCS) as the Title Partner. Last year’s edition of this tournament drew an impressive 131,000 live concurrent viewers, making it among the most-watched BGMI esports tournaments of 2023. With LG’s support, an open-for-all format, and more exciting content, this year’s tournament is set to reach even greater heights.

    The SCS 2024, featuring an impressive Rs 10,00,000 prize pool, will witness its semifinals unfold from Feb. 27 to March 3 as the top 24 squads of the country vie for the 16 slots in the Grand Finals. The SCS Grand Finals is set to happen from March 5 to 10 with the 16 qualified teams battling it out to crown the ultimate champions. As BGMI continues to captivate audiences across the nation, the SCS presents an unparalleled platform for gamers to showcase their skills and compete at the highest level.

  • Skyesports league brings city-based BGMI esports to Mumbai in March 2024

    Skyesports league brings city-based BGMI esports to Mumbai in March 2024

    Mumbai:  Skyesports, South Asia’s leading esports tournament organiser, has brought one of the first major BGMI esports tournaments in 2024. The Skyesports League is a unique IP as the country’s top esports teams represent different cities for glory. The tournament is set to happen in Mumbai, India as an on-ground event in March 2024.

    Commenting on the Skyesports League, Skyesports founder and CEO Shiva Nandy said, “The Skyesports League will be a celebration of India’s diversity and will include a regional and localised flavour never seen before in Indian esports. Each team will be representing a different city from every nook and corner of the country, paving the way for more regional engagement while also bringing more content for fans. As BGMI esports becomes a sport enjoyed across the country, it’s important to celebrate and leverage India’s cultural diversity which we will be doing with the Skyesports League.”

    The 16 cities competing in the Skyesports League are as follows:

    •    Ahmedabad Avengers
    •    Bengaluru Crushers
    •    Bhubaneswar Titans
    •    Chennai Clutchers
    •    Delhi Dragons
    •    Guwahati Giants
    •    Hyderabad Nawabs
    •    Kochi Kings
    •    Kolkata Tridents
    •    Lucknow Pushers
    •    Mumbai Aces
    •    Pune Pros
    •    Punjab Pinnacles
    •    Rajasthan Strikers
    •    Ranchi Warriors
    •    Vizag Gladiators

    Each city will be represented by a different esports organisation. Skyesports has selected each esports organisation in the Skyesports League based on past results, contribution to the ecosystem, and commitment to localized content for the esports event. These 16 teams and their players will be revealed soon on Skyesports’ Instagram and Twitter handles

    Adding on the process of selecting teams, Skyesports head of global business partnerships Sashank Bhandaru added, “While we received a huge number of applications to be a part of the Skyesports League, we have carefully shortlisted the best teams for the esports event. They haven’t just been selected based on their star players or popularity but also on their ability to engage regional audiences which is the goal with the Skyesports League. We couldn’t be more excited for the tournament and the jam-packed entertainment in store for fans with esports action, music videos, memes, and celebration of localised culture.”

    The Skyesports League 2024 will take place in Mumbai in March 2024. The multi-day on-ground esports event will be open to a live audience giving a chance to fans to cheer on their favorite teams and the home squad of Mumbai Aces in person. More information will be announced soon.

    So far, Enigma Gaming has secured its slot in the Skyesports League 2024 after their spectacular victory at the Pova Cup Season 4 – BGMI, organised by Skyesports. 

  • Skyesports announces 2024 Counter-Strike 2 roadmap with six global IPs and a $ one million prize pool

    Skyesports announces 2024 Counter-Strike 2 roadmap with six global IPs and a $ one million prize pool

    Mumbai:  Skyesports, South Asia’s esports tournament organiser, has unveiled its highly anticipated 2024 roadmap for Counter-Strike 2, one of the most competitive games worldwide. Next year, the company has revealed six global IPs for the game with a cumulative prize pool of $ one million. These events will feature a mix of international and Indian teams and will happen as LAN events in the country and internationally.

    Skyesports’ commitment to Counter-Strike 2 comes after it hosted India’s first-ever franchised esports league with a prize pool of more than $240,000, the Skyesports Masters, earlier this year with an on-ground final in Bangalore, India. After the positive reception and success of the league, Skyesports has announced a deeper roadmap for the year.

    Commenting on the newly unveiled roadmap, Skyesports founder and CEO Shiva Nandy said, “Since the release of Counter-Strike 2 earlier this year, the game is getting more popular than ever, presenting us with exciting opportunities to invest in the space. Our 2024 roadmap has been planned with a focus on fostering talent, global expansion, and ensuring sustainability for participating teams. We have five global IPs planned, offering a total prize pool of $1 million, all happening in person. Notably, three of these tournaments will take place in India, showcasing global esports talent and introducing the electrifying world of Counter-Strike esports to a broader audience.”

    To kick off the roadmap, the Skyesports Grand Slam will happen from March 14 to 18 with a $50,000 prize pool.  Next up, the franchised esports league, the Skyesports Masters is set to make a return with a huge $350,000 prize pool in May 2024. Following the high-stakes action in the franchised league, Skyesports will bring back the longest-running homegrown esports IP in India, the Skyesports Championship, for an electrifying sixth edition in July 2024 with $150,000 on the line.

    Besides Indian teams, these tournaments will feature international organizations as well and will happen as on-ground live events in India, bringing global talent to the country. Skyesports will be unveiling the exact venues at a later date.

    Following these tournaments, Skyesports will host the $150,000 Skyesports Souvenir in Colombo, Sri Lanka with teams from India, Europe, and North America.

    In October 2024, Skyesports is set to introduce a new and ambitious global esports IP, the Skyesports Global Tour. For its inaugural edition, the tournament will take place in Bangkok, Thailand with a $250,000 prize pool. Embodying a truly global esports IP, the tournament will feature qualifiers taking place in India, Europe, North America, and Southeast Asia.

    To close off the year, the Skyesports India vs Pakistan Series is set to take place in December 2024 in Abu Dhabi, UAE. This epic showdown will pit the best teams from each country in an epic showdown for the bragging rights and a share of the $50,000 prize pool.

    Additionally, the roadmap will happen in continuation with top teams from the previous IP getting invited to the next tournament. This has been done to ensure that top teams have more stability to focus on elevating talent instead of playing through the qualifiers each time.

    Adding on the 2024 roadmap, Skyesports  Head of Global Business Partnerships Sashank Bhandaru said, “As we move towards a truly global esports calendar for Counter-Strike 2 with tournaments throughout the year, we are looking forward to partnering with our existing anchor brands and working closely with new ones. Our roadmap has been planned to pave the way for long-term associations, bringing stability and investment to the Counter-Strike scene in India and beyond.”

    Besides these five global esports IPs, Skyesports will also be supporting grassroots-level collegiate and cafe events for Counter-Strike 2 in India with monetary and infrastructural support.

    The summary of the Skyesports Counter-Strike 2 Roadmap in 2024 is as follows:

    •    Skyesports Grand Slam: March 14 to 18 ($50,000) – India
    •    Skyesports Masters 2024: May 13 to 19 ($350,000) – India
    •    Skyesports Championship 6.0: July 4 to 7 ($150,000) – India
    •    Skyesports Souvenir: Sept. 13 to 15 ($150,000) – Colombo, Sri Lanka
    •    Skyesports Global Tour: Oct. 25 to 27 ($250,000) – Bangkok, Thailand
    •    India vs Pakistan Series: Dec. 20 to 22 ($50,000) – Abu Dhabi, UAE
  • Electronic Arts and Skyesports tie-up to bring EA SPORTS FC Mobile Campus Tour

    Electronic Arts and Skyesports tie-up to bring EA SPORTS FC Mobile Campus Tour

    Mumbai: Electronic Arts (EA) has tied up with Skyesports for its legendary mobile football game, EA SPORTS FC™ Mobile, bringing the title to colleges across the country in an exciting campus tour. The EA SPORTS FC™  Mobile Campus Tour will happen at six colleges in as many different cities of the country in November and December 2023.

    The EA SPORTS FC™  Mobile Campus Tour will take over one college for a full day with an interactive booth featuring EA SPORTS FC™  Mobile grassroot competitive matches, giveaways, and meet-and-greets with some of the most renowned gaming content creators in the country including Ungraduate Gamer, Kaztro, Doctor Gaming, Tanvee, and Karan Shinde.

    EA SPORTS FC™ Mobile  provides an unrivaled authentic football experience on mobile devices and features more than 15,000 fully licensed players across over 650 teams and over 30 leagues – including the UEFA Champions League, Premier League, LALIGA EA SPORTS, Bundesliga, and many more. True Player Personality is at the core of bringing this authenticity to life in-game, reflecting player characteristics with distinct strengths and weaknesses that diversify gameplay and team building.

    The EA SPORTS FC Mobile Campus Tour will land in six different colleges across as many different cities. The complete list of cities and colleges will be announced on Skyesports’ Instagram handle soon. Students can attend to participate in giveaways while showing off their skills in EA SPORTS FC™ Mobile.

    Commenting on the association with EA, Skyesports’ founder and CEO Shiva Nandy, said, “We are absolutely thrilled to partner with EA for the FC Mobile Campus Tour. At Skyesports, we’re dedicated to nurturing the gaming culture at its roots, and this collaboration allows us to bring the exhilaration of  EA SPORTS FC™ Mobile directly to college campuses. We’re excited to witness students from six diverse cities engage in the FC Mobile Campus Tour, showcasing their skills, participating in giveaways, and meeting their favorite gaming influencers. This partnership is about fostering community, celebrating talent, and igniting the passion for EA SPORTS FC™ Mobile among the current generation of gamers.”

  • Skyesports Championship 5.0: BGMI finals in Bangalore with Rs 1.25 CR prize pool!

    Skyesports Championship 5.0: BGMI finals in Bangalore with Rs 1.25 CR prize pool!

    Mumbai: Enhancing the excitement for one of the country’s biggest Esports tournaments, Skyesports, the Esports tournament organiser, has announced that the tickets for Skyesports Championship 5.0 – BGMI Finale are now available for free on BookMyShow.

    The electrifying LAN final will be open to a live audience and will witness the nation’s top 16 BGMI teams battling it out for the title of champions and a share of the Rs 1,25,00,000 prize pool at the Koramangala Indoor Stadium, Bengaluru from November 3 to 5. Tickets are currently open for the BGMI Esports extravaganza for free on BookMyShow on a first-come, first-serve basis.

    The Skyesports Championship 5.0 is Powered By AMD. Loco, the world’s leading independent gaming and Esports streaming platform, is the broadcast partner for the event, while Zebronics is the gaming partner. Tecno POVA Five Series is the smartphone partner.

    Commenting on the finals of the Skyesports Championship 5.0 BGMI, Skyesports founder and CEO Shiva Nandy said, “We are excited to announce that the tickets for the BGMI Finale for Skyesports Championship 5.0 happening at Koramangala Indoor Stadium in Bengaluru are now live on BookMyShow. The fact that more than 3,000 teams signed up for the open qualifiers shows the power of highlighting a direct #PathtoPro for esports athletes from the grassroots. We are all set for one of the biggest Esports events of the year, and it’s even better because we’re welcoming a live audience to witness the action in person. This event reflects our commitment to growing Esports and recognizing the amazing talent in the gaming community.”

    Being India’s longest-running homegrown Esports IP, the Skyesports Championship is in its fifth year and has become larger than ever. The total prize pool for the tournament stands at a staggering Rs 2,12,00,000 split between three Esports titles, one of which is BGMI.

    For BGMI, Skyesports held open-for-all qualifiers which saw more than 3,000 teams from across the country sign up. From here, the teams competed across a series of rounds providing a #PathtoPro to the BGMI LAN Finale at the Koramangala Indoor Stadium, Bangalore.

    Data from Interpret’s New Media Measure: Global Profiles shows that growth in the Indian Esports market over the past couple of years has led to India surpassing Brazil, South Korea, and other nations as an Esports superpower.  Around 28% of the general population in India watches professional Esports, whether on TV or via online streaming, second only to China’s 36%. This is more than Western countries such as the US and UK which are exhibiting less interest in Esports, with 16% and 14%, respectively, of the population watching.

    For the fans who are unable to attend the event live, the Skyesports Championship 5.0 BGMI Finale will be live-streamed in English, Hindi, and Tamil exclusively on Loco.

  • Skyesports Championship 5.0 partners with Loco

    Skyesports Championship 5.0 partners with Loco

    Mumbai: The Skyesports Championship, India’s longest-running esports IP, is set to make a triumphant return with its fifth annual edition, Skyesports Championship 5.0. This year’s championship promises to be bigger and better than ever, featuring a staggering Rs 2.12 crore Prize Pool, grassroots-level qualifiers, and adrenaline-pumping esports action. Notably, the BGMI Finals will unfold at the prestigious Koramangala Indoor Stadium in Bangalore, offering a live spectacle to esports fans for free from 1 to 5 November.

    Loco, the world’s leading independent esports and live-streaming platform has partnered with Skyesports Championship, India’s most esteemed esports intellectual property for their fifth edition. With an aim to offer the best viewing experience to fans across India, the tournament will be broadcast live on Loco in English, Hindi, and Tamil, ensuring that fans everywhere can immerse themselves in the action.

    Additionally, the Skyesports Championship 5.0 is powered by AMD, an innovator in high-performance graphics, computing, and visualization technologies. The event, split across PC and mobile games, and spanning gamers from India, South Asia, and the Middle East provides the perfect opportunity to showcase the power of AMD’s graphical prowess.

    So far, four teams have qualified for the BGMI LAN Finale. These are as follows:

    GodLike Esports: Defending Skyesports Championship BGMI Winners

    Big Brothers Esports: Champions of the Skyesports Skirmish Series 2023

    Soul Esports and Blind Esports: Top 2 teams of the Skyesports Champions Series (SCS) 2023

    Commenting on the return of the Skyesports Championship for a historic fifth edition, Skyesports founder and CEO Shiva Nandy said, “From a mere Rs. 3 Lakhs prize pool at the Skyesports Championship 1.0 in 2019, we now proudly present an astounding Rs. 2.12 Crore prize pool, a 70x growth since our first edition and one of the biggest in the history of Indian esports. This tournament is designed to provide aspiring gamers with grassroots-level qualifiers, serving as a #PathtoPro for those who dream of achieving greatness in the esports arena. We are absolutely delighted to welcome Loco and AMD as our partners, as they play an integral role in showcasing the immense potential of India’s longest-running homegrown esports intellectual property. Lastly, with our LAN Finals for BGMI at the Koramangala Indoor Stadium, we look forward to putting on a thrilling show for esports audiences.

    Speaking on the announcement  LOCO co-founder and vice president of business operations Firasat Durrani said, “We are thrilled to take the stage as the exclusive streaming partner for Skyesports Championship 5.0. This partnership is a testament to our unwavering dedication to delivering a diverse range of content to our viewers, especially in the realm of esteemed esports like BGMI. Our mission has always been to bring the pulse-pounding world of esports to fans far 2

    and wide, and this collaboration marks a significant milestone in our journey. Through the Skyesports Championship 5.0, we’re also presenting an excellent opportunity for advertising brands to connect with the gaming community through our comprehensive media solutions. Loco is thrilled to be a part of this journey, raising the bar for esports entertainment in India.” ‘

    Registrations are open now for the Skyesports Championship 5.0. Aspiring professional players can head over to the Skyesports Discord channel to sign up. Tickets for the LAN Finale in Bangalore will be available for free, the details of which will be announced soon. Stay tuned to Skyesports’ Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter handles for more information. 

  • Skyesports and MOGO partner for Rs ten lakh collegiate Esports championship

    Skyesports and MOGO partner for Rs ten lakh collegiate Esports championship

    Mumbai: Skyesports, India’s leading Esports tournament organizer, has partnered with collegiate Esports platform, Mobile Global Esports Inc. MOGO to host the country’s biggest collegiate Esports tournaments. The ‘MOGO National Championship’ with a prize pool of more than Rs ten lakhs is set to culminate with its LAN Finals, hosted by Skyesports, from 18 to 22 September at the Lovely Professional University (LPU) in Phagwara, Punjab, India.

    The MOGO National Championship is an initiative to bridge the gap between traditional sports and Esports while making competitive gaming a major part of collegiate events. Following exhilarating qualifiers that took place across all major national colleges, 16 teams will be competing in the Valorant title at the grand LAN Finals inside the state-of-the-art 2,000-seat arena in the LPU.

    Commenting on the partnership with the MOGO National Championship, Skyesports’ founder and CEO, Shiva Nandy, said, “Having a well-developed ecosystem for collegiate Esports is important to nurture talent and grow Esports from the grassroots level. The MOGO National Championship is doing just that with its pan-India format targeting all major colleges and the LAN Finale at the LPU. All the best to the 16 college teams competing in the inaugural Finale and I look forward to working together with MOGO to bring more events at the collegiate level.”

    The MOGO National Championship featured a rigorous qualifiers stage, with over 100 teams registering to compete in the event. The qualifiers were split into four divisions: West, South, North, and Central to ensure regional penetration across Indian colleges. The 16 qualified colleges will be competing across a single-elimination bracket to determine the champions with the winners of the LAN finals being rewarded with Rs four lakhs in prize money.

    “MOGO is thrilled to be part of this exciting collaboration with Skyesports for the MOGO National Championship,” said Mobile Global Esports Inc. CEO Dave Pross “Our mission has always been to foster the growth of Esports at the collegiate level, and this partnership exemplifies our commitment to making competitive gaming a major part of collegiate events. We’re excited to witness the talents of these 16 college teams on display and look forward to many more such collaborations that will continue to elevate Esports in India.”

    According to the “Windows of Opportunity” report on India’s Media and Entertainment industry by FICCI-EY, Esports teams in India grew by ten per cent, from 100,000 in 2021 to 110,000 in 2022, and they are estimated to reach 125,000 in 2023. This partnership between Skyesports and MOGO to host one of India’s biggest Esports tournaments at the collegiate level will provide aspiring teams the perfect platform to make a name for themselves in the Indian Esports community.

    The list of esteemed colleges competing in the finale are MIT WPU, Mumbai University, Pune University, SIES, JECRC University, DIT University, Poornima University, VIT Bhopal, Francis Xavier, SRM KTR, Manipal University, IIT Madras, Chandigarh University, IGNOU, Chitkara University, and Lovely Professional University.

    Fans from across the nation can tune into the electrifying Esports action live on the Skyesports and MOGO Loco, Rooter, and YouTube channels.