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  • Infinix Levels Up with True Rippers for a Power-Packed BGMI Partnership

    Infinix Levels Up with True Rippers for a Power-Packed BGMI Partnership

    MUMBAI: It’s game on in the world of mobile Esports and Infinix just hit a headshot with this one. In a move that fuses silicon with swagger, smartphone brand Infinix India has teamed up with one of the country’s top BGMI (Battlegrounds Mobile India) outfits, True Rippers. The team will now compete under the newly minted moniker Infinix True Rippers, marking Infinix’s maiden foray into the Esports arena and its first-ever global Esports team collaboration.

    This strategic alliance comes ahead of Infinix’s June 3 launch of the GT 30 Pro, a gaming-ready smartphone with 120 FPS BGMI certification and dual gaming shoulder triggers an Indian segment-first. With this hardware-meets-hustle partnership, Infinix is aiming squarely at India’s Gen Z gaming cohort, where play isn’t just pastime, it’s purpose.

    “At Infinix, we’re not just witnessing the gaming revolution, we’re driving it,” said Infinix India CEO Anish Kapoor. “Teams like True Rippers are the driving force behind India’s growing Esports culture. Our collaboration is rooted in a shared belief that gaming in India is more than just play; it’s a powerful aspiration for the youth… Together, we’re setting the stage towards strengthening the Indian Esports ecosystem.”

    Currently, Infinix True Rippers is battling it out in BMPS 2025, an invite-only Krafton-hosted tournament that wraps with a finale in New Delhi next month. The team’s form is impressive, having placed sixth at the BGIS in Kolkata just weeks ago.

    The roster includes:

    1    Gunjan Thakur aka Jelly
    2    Swaraj Singh aka KioLmao
    3    Ngurang Takar aka Ninzae
    4    Samuel Nabam aka SAM

    But this partnership isn’t just about trophies, it’s about storytelling. True Rippers will co-create content with Infinix, plugging directly into the lifestyle and aspirations of Indian gamers.

    “We’re thrilled to partner with Infinix, a brand that shares our vision for trendy storytelling and performance excellence,” said True Rippers CEO Yashwanth AR. “This carefully curated collaboration is a step towards redefining how brand narratives can go beyond conventional naming rights deals.”

    With 454 million gamers in India in 2023 (expected to hit 730 million by 2028), and BGMI contributing heavily to this boom, the Infinix–True Rippers union couldn’t have come at a better time.

    Earlier this year, BGIS 2025 notched a peak concurrent viewership of 485,132 and over 9.4 million watch hours, according to Esports Charts. It’s proof that this isn’t just about games, it’s about culture, community, and carving out a space in a booming economy of attention.

    With GT 30 Pro on deck and True Rippers on fire, this duo is ready to take the leaderboard and Indian gaming to the next level.

  • Gotta snatch ’em all S8ul books third trip to Pokémon Worlds

    Gotta snatch ’em all S8ul books third trip to Pokémon Worlds

    MUMBAI: When the going got tough, S8ul got going and how! In a run that could rival any anime redemption arc, the Indian esports juggernaut clawed its way back from early defeat to punch its ticket to the Pokémon World Championship 2025 in Anaheim, USA. This marks a hat-trick of national triumphs for S8ul, reinforcing their stranglehold on the Indian Pokémon Unite scene.

    After a bumpy start in the India qualifiers a 0-2 stumble to True Rippers in the Upper Bracket S8ul fell into the dreaded Lower Bracket. But instead of crumbling, the squad dug deep, unleashing a four-match knockout blitz. They swept past Team Dynamis, crushed Autobotz, and settled scores with True Rippers in an emotionally charged rematch before toppling QML to make the Grand Finals.

    With the momentum firmly in their Pokéballs, they faced off against Revenant Xspark in the finals, clinching the crown with a 2-0, 2-1 victory combo. The win not only earned them a cool Rs 12.85 lakh in prize money but, more importantly, secured their slot among the top 32 teams heading to Worlds.

    The S8ul roster is stacked with talent: Manmohan ‘AllMight’ Singh (captain), Rahul “Kyurem” Lavhate, Deep “Snowyy” Patel, Adnan “Badshahh” Badshah, Rudra “ReX” Nayak, and Aditya “Reapy” Bhujbal, a squad known for sharp strats, ice-cold nerves, and synergy that rivals any evolution chain.

    Speaking on the achievement, team captain Manmohan ‘AllMight’ Singh said, “Representing India at the World Championship is a fantastic feeling. We knew we had the potential, it was about staying composed and focused after the initial round loss. This victory is a testament to our hard work, dedication, team strategy and communication. We’re honored to represent the nation and will give it everything we’ve got in Anaheim.”

    S8ul, founder & CEO Animesh Agarwal added, “Winning the Indian qualifiers for the third time in a row is a proud moment for all of us at S8ul. This team has consistently raised the bar for Indian esports and their resilience in this campaign was nothing short of inspiring. Representing India on a global stage again is not just an achievement, it’s a responsibility and we’re ready to make the country proud.”

    The Pokémon World Championship 2025 will unfold from 15–17 August in Anaheim, featuring top global squads fighting for a slice of the Rs 4.28 crore prize pool. As an official club partner at the Esports World Cup (EWC), S8ul is already a flagbearer for Indian gaming on the world stage and with their Anaheim adventure looming, they’re ready to evolve once again.