S8UL, the Indian top esports team, is the first Indian team to qualify for the Esports World Cup 2025. On January 17, 2025, the esports team World Foundation confirmed S8UL as the club partner.
S8UL is one of the top esports teams in India. It has made a strong impact in games like Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI), Pokémon UNITE, Call of Duty: Mobile (COD: M), and VALORANT. For many years, it has expanded its reach beyond India and grown its influence in regions like Latin America, Southeast Asia, and Europe.
The EWC 2025 will feature 40 esports teams from around the world. Now, S8UL will be playing against the top-tier team in the most prominent esports tournaments. The tournament will kick off from July 7 to August 24 and will be held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Esports World Cup 2025: Big Prize Pool
The Esports World Cup is one of the biggest tournaments in the world. Last year, 1500 players from 200 teams participated for a huge prize of $60 million. More than 500 million viewers watched the tournament, making it one of the most-watched tournaments ever.
In 2025, the tournament is expected to be bigger than last year, and the prize pool will be the same as $60 million. The number of global participants will increase from last year. Competitive games like PUBG Mobile, VALORANT, Counter-Strike 2, League of Legends, and DOTA 2 will be included in the tournament.S8UL will play PUBG and Valorant, representing India globally.
- Prize Pool: $60 million
- Global Participation: More than 40 teams from across the world, including S8UL, will compete in various popular competitive games like PUBG Mobile, VALORANT, Counter-Strike 2, League of Legends, and DOTA 2.
- Viewership: With over 500 million viewers expected, the tournament will be one of the most-watched esports events in history. This will give players immense visibility and give them the chance to gain a global following.
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What did the S8UL Co-Founder say about the Team’s Qualification?
Animesh ‘Thug’ Agarwal, Co-Founder of S8UL, expressed happiness about the team’s qualification for the Esports World Cup.
“Being selected as an EWCF Club Partner for the Esports World Cup 2025 is not just a monumental achievement for S8UL—it’s a defining moment for Indian esports on the global stage. I am personally proud of this because it speaks to the years of hard work put in by everyone here at S8UL and the support of the incredible community that we have built.” Agarwal said.
S8UL’s participation in the Esports World Cup 2025 is a major turning point for Indian esports. This shows that Indian gamers and teams can compete at the top level.
Hans Jagnow, Director of Club & Player Relations at EWCF, said:
“India is home to one of the world’s most passionate and rapidly growing gaming communities, and S8UL joining the EWCF Club Partner Program is a significant moment for Indian esports.”
The Road Ahead for Indian Esports
S8UL’s significant achievement in qualifying for the Esports World Cup 2025 is a massive moment for Indian esports. It shows that Indian teams can compete at the highest level in the world of competitive gaming. S8UL’s success is inspiring many other Indian teams and players to dream big and aim for global recognition.
This milestone is proof that with hard work, passion, and the proper support, Indian esports can shine on the world stage. As esports keeps growing, Indian teams will have more chances to make their mark internationally.
Thanks to S8UL, Indian esports is heading in the right direction. More teams will now be motivated to reach for the top, and soon, India could become a powerhouse in the global esports scene. The future looks exciting for Indian esports, and S8UL’s journey is just the beginning.
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