Garena has unveiled the Free Fire Esports 2025 roadmap, featuring a lineup of exciting tournaments. Just like in 2024, regional World Series (FFWS) events will take center stage. Two major international competitions are planned: the Esports World Cup, set for July 2025 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and the FFWS Global Finals, scheduled for November 2025.

Free Fire Esports 2025 roadmap

Next year, Garena will host official Free Fire events across five regions:

1. Southeast Asia
2. Brazil
3. LATAM
4. Middle East and Africa (MEA)
5. Pakistan

The year will be split into two seasons: Spring and Fall. The top teams from the spring season will advance to compete in the Esports World Cup in July 2025.

Southeast Asia & Brazil

The Fall season will include official tournaments in the same regions, leading up to the highly anticipated FFWS Global Finals 2025. Set to take place at the end of the year, this grand event will see the best teams from around the world compete for the championship title and a share of the prize pool.

Next, the developer has introduced a Pre-Season FFWS event for Southeast Asia and Brazil as part of the Free Fire Esports 2025 roadmap. The Free Fire World Series SEA 2025 Spring will begin in April, featuring intense competition among the best teams from Southeast Asia. The top-performing teams from this event will secure spots in the Esports World Cup in Riyadh. Additionally, the FFWS SEA Fall is scheduled to commence in August 2025.

Brazil is set to host two editions of the regional World Series in 2025. The spring season will run from April to July, while the fall season will take place between August and October. Notably, Brazilian team Fluxo Esports claimed victory in the FFWS 2024 Global Finals, held in December 2024, further solidifying the region's dominance in Free Fire Esports.

LATAM

What’s more, Garena has scheduled two major events in LATAM for 2025. The EWC Qualifier will take place from April to June, paving the way for teams to compete in the Esports World Cup. Later in the year, the FFWS LATAM will run from August to October, featuring top teams battling for regional glory.

MEA

The Free Fire Mid-Season Clash will kick off 2025 as the first tournament for the Middle East and Africa (MEA) regions. Following this, the FFWS MEA is set to take place from August to October, marking the second major regional event of the year.

Pakistan

Pakistan will host only two local qualifiers for Free Fire Esports in 2025. The first qualifier is scheduled for May and June, while the second will run from August to October, providing teams with opportunities to showcase their skills on the competitive stage.

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Registration for Free Fire World Series (FFWS) Thailand 2025 Spring started on December 20, 2024, and will be open until January 7, 2025. The online Qualifiers will take place from January 18 to 27, and the Grand Finals will be held from January 28 to 31. The total prize pool for the event is around $14,468.

Teams will aim to kick off their Free Fire 2025 season with a strong start and win the first title of the year. Team All Gamers has already secured a spot in the event from the FFWS SEA 2024. The tournament will use a 12-point scoring system. The winning team will earn a World Series 2025 SEA Spring spot.

Avid fans can also choose to live stream these matches through betting sites like 1xbet, that allow you to not only watch the games, but also allows you to bet on some of them.

FFWS Thailand 2025 Spring In-game Settings 

Let’s take a look at the in-game settings for the event:

• Disable gun stats from weapon skins
• Enable the revival system
• Enable In-game Missions
• Disable In-match Quests
• Turn off the High Tier Loot Zone system
• Enable the rear camera angle after elimination
• Enable the same character view system
• Disable the display of character names in the game
• Turn off the Kill Feed report
• Enable a system to block the use of game emulators on computers

FFWS Thailand 2025 Spring Scoring System

Garena has kept the scoring system the same for the upcoming World Series. Below is the placement points distribution for each match:

FFWS Thailand 2025 Spring Prize Pool

Finally, here is the prize pool distribution based on rankings for the FFWS Thailand:

• 1st Place - $2894
• 2nd Place - $1736
• 3rd Place - $1302
• 4th Place - $1013
• 5th Place - $868
• 6th Place - $868
• 7th Place - $723
• 8th Place - $723
• 9th Place - $579
• 10th Place - $579
• 11th Place - $520
• 12th Place - $520
• 13th Place - $434
• 14th Place - $434
• 15th Place - $347
• 16th Place - $347
• 17th Place - $289
• 18th Place - $289

The Qualifiers will consist of five rounds, with the top 18 teams advancing to the Grand Finals. Garena will release more details, including the event schedule and map orders, in the coming weeks.

Each participant will aim to win their first regional event of the year and represent their country in the FFWS 2025 SEA Spring. The top teams from Southeast Asia will compete for a large prize pool.

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PUBG Mobile has revealed an exciting schedule of esports events for 2025. The lineup includes action-packed tournaments and big investments to grow the competitive scene. Here’s a closer look at the key updates. Let's check it out now!

PUBG Mobile Global Open (PMGO) 2025

The second PMGO 2025 will be held in Uzbekistan from March to April 2025. This event is open to all players from all regions, not just professional teams. Players in the Top 500 of Ultimate Royale mode will get to skip the first round of the online qualifier.

PUBG Mobile World Cup (PMWC) 2025

The PMWC 2025, part of the Esports World Cup, will happen in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This famous tournament will feature the top teams from the PMSL Spring season. Players will compete fiercely, highlighting PUBG Mobile’s global presence.

PUBG Mobile Global Championship (PMGC) 2025

The PMGC 2025 will end the competitive year in Thailand. This major event, marking its sixth edition, will bring together the world’s best teams to compete for the title.

PUBG Mobile Super League (PMSL) 2025

The PUBG Mobile Super League (PMSL) will expand to five regions: Southeast Asia, Europe, MENA (Middle East and North Africa), CSA (Central and South Asia), and the Americas. PMSL will have two seasons, Spring and Fall, giving teams more chances to qualify for global tournaments.

The 2025 PUBG Mobile esports season will be thrilling and competitive, with many events and big investments to expand the game worldwide. Whether you're a pro or a beginner, this is the perfect time to join the PUBG Mobile esports community.

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The Grand Finals took place on November 24, 2024, and Fluxo delivered dominant performances to secure the win. Interestingly, this roster also won the 2023 championship when they competed as Magic Squad. The team earned a grand prize of $300,000.

Free Fire World Series 2024 Global Finals: Results

Fluxo scored a total of 86 points across six Grand Finals matches, achieving three Booyahs and racking up 36 eliminations. Despite being in seventh place overall after the fifth match, the team made an incredible comeback in the final game to claim the top spot on the points table. Fluxo player Bops stood out with outstanding performances throughout the tournament.

Indonesia's RRQ Kazu secured second place with 83 points and one Booyah. The team led the standings after the fifth match but slipped to second in the final round. For their impressive performance, RRQ Kazu received the first runner-up prize of $150,000.

FFWS 2024 Global Finals Overview

The FFWS 2024 was held in Brazil from November 8 to 24, 2024, boasting a grand prize pool of $1 million. The Grand Finals on Sunday witnessed the top 12 teams from the Knockout Stage competing for glory.

Thailand's Buriram United Esports showcased dominance in the early stages of the tournament but faltered slightly in the Grand Finals. The skilled team secured third place overall with 78 points. Their standout player, Wassana, was named the tournament's MVP. Buriram United took home $70,000 in prize money.

Brazil's E1 Esports finished fourth at the Free Fire World Series, scoring 74 points in the Grand Finals. Thailand's Twisted Minds claimed fifth place, while Pain Gaming secured sixth. Vietnam's WAG had a moderate performance, standing seventh.

Surprisingly, Team Falcons, who won the Free Fire World Cup (FFWC) 2024 in July, finished in eighth place at the FFWS 2024. Brazil's Corinthians ended in ninth after a series of average performances, while Vietnam's HUA faced challenges in the Finals and secured 10th place.

Bigetron Delta struggled in the Grand Finals, finishing 11th overall in the points table. Meanwhile, Thailand's Attack All Around had a tough outing, ending in last place with just 19 points.

>>> Read more: PUBG Mobile Frostborne Fury Event: Qualifier Registration Now Open

The wait is over! Registrations for the highly anticipated PUBG Mobile Frostborne Fury Event qualifiers are officially live. This exciting competition promises a thrilling blend of intense action, stunning visuals, and a unique opportunity for players to showcase their skills on a grand stage.

PUBG Mobile Frostborne Fury Event: Overview

PUBG Mobile Frostborne Fury event is a competitive series, giving both amateur and professional players the chance to battle it out in intense matches. With a frosted theme and immersive graphics that match the original PUBG experience, players must collaborate, strategize, and act fast to outsmart their opponents and secure victory.

This event is set to be one of the most exciting esports tournaments of the year, thanks to its amazing prizes and exclusive in-game items.

How to Register for PUBG Mobile Frostborne Fury Event Qualifiers

The qualifier registration process for the PUBG Mobile Frostborne Fury event is just a piece of cake and is open to all eligible players. Here’s how to register:

1. Log in to the official PUBG Mobile Esports website or click this link.
2. Enter your team name, player IDs, and contact details. Be sure to double-check everything before submitting.
3. After registering, confirm your entry to receive updates about the event schedule and rules through your Discord.

PUBG Mobile Frostborne Fury Event: PrizePool 

The PUBG Mobile Frostborne Fury event offers an incredible $10K prize pool, making it one of the largest tournaments of the year. As always, the prize money will be evenly distributed among the best-performing teams, with rewards for specific placements and individual achievements, including MVP awards.

The qualifiers will use a point-based system, where players earn points based on their performance, including kills and rankings. The top teams with the highest points will qualify for the finals.

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Riot Games has officially announced that Linkin Park will perform the 2024 Worlds Anthem, "Heavy Is The Crown." Fans can watch the music video on YouTube or stream the song on any music platform starting Tuesday, September 24, at 8:00 AM PT.

“Heavy Is The Crown” comes after Linkin Park's #1 hit “The Emptiness Machine,” their first new music in seven years. That song quickly rose to the top of the charts with over 80 million streams, and the band kicked off a 6-date arena tour. From Zero, their 8th studio album, will be released on November 15 through Warner Records.

“It’s been an amazing experience partnering with Riot to bring this anthem to the global League of Legends community. The song is a real highlight of this new era for us, harnessing our signature sound and infusing it with fresh energy. We’re so excited for players and fans to experience this!” said Linkin Park's Mike Shinoda.

You can watch "The Emptiness Machine" official MV here:

Maria Egan, Global Head of Music at Riot Games also shared that the 2024 Worlds anthem is a highly anticipated moment for League of Legends players each year and has become an important part of global music. The developer is excited to partner with Linkin Park for this year’s anthem as they begin this new chapter. The lyrics of ‘Heavy Is The Crown’ beautifully reflect the story for this year’s Worlds and enhance the themes in our music video.

Billboard describes Linkin Park’s return as “triumphant,” joining previous Worlds Anthem performers like Imagine Dragons, Lil Nas X, Zedd, and NewJeans. These anthems have collectively earned over 10 billion streams across various platforms. Recently, NewJeans’ 2023 Worlds anthem “GODS” set a record for the biggest debut in anthem history, with nearly 270 million streams and almost 100 million views on the League of Legends YouTube channel.

The League of Legends World Championship, or Worlds, is the ultimate competition in LoL esports, where the top teams from nine regions compete for the world champion title. Held after the regular season, Worlds is hosted in a different region annually. Professional leagues worldwide send their qualified teams to participate in this three-month tournament.

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Team Liquid successfully secured their second TI title at The International 2024 thanks to their impressive skill and performance. Despite facing a tough opponent, Gaimin Gladiators, in the grand finals, Team Liquid remained calm and executed their strategies perfectly. Their adaptability and ability to exploit their opponent's mistakes were key factors in their victory.

Lasse "MATUMBAMAN" Urpalainen’s outstanding carry play was crucial for Team Liquid’s key victories. His expertise in farming and dealing with massive damage was a constant threat to Gaimin Gladiators. Furthermore, Kuro "KuroKy" Takhasomi’s leadership and strategic insights were vital to the team’s success.

Team Liquid’s win at TI 2024 confirmed their status as one of the greatest Dota 2 teams ever. Their steady performance and ability to overcome challenges highlighted their exceptional skill and dedication. The title brought them great honor and recognition, rewarding all their hours of practice and teamwork.

As TI 2024 comes to a close, the Dota 2 community looks forward to the next big tournament. Team Liquid's victory has set a challenging standard for future teams, and it will be exciting to see who will be the next to claim the Aegis of Champions.

Let's have a look at Team Liquid's image at the TI 2024:

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The Skyesports Finals League started on September 14, 2024, with 10 teams competing for a $10,000 prize pool. The tournament began with a group stage and will end with the main event to determine the champions of the city-vs-city league. Notable team captains include ScoutOP, Hades, Binks, and Vaadhiyaar.

Skyesports The Finals League: Teams & Captains 

The 10 teams in The Finals League, each representing a different city, and their captains are:

On September 9, the 10 team captains took part in THE FINALS Auction, where they picked their teams of six players each. The teams have a balanced mix of influencers and professional players, promising exciting and competitive esports action for fans.

Skyesports The Finals League Format

Mode: Cash Out mode

Teams: 10 teams

Stage 1: Regular Season

• Double round-robin format
• Top 8 teams advance to Main Stage

Stage 2: Main Stage

• IPL-style eliminator format

How to watch Skyesports The Finals League

Fans can catch all the action live on the Skyesports and The Finals India YouTube channels. The event will be broadcast in both Hindi and English.

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The 6th Free Fire World Series Global Finals (FFWS 2024) will take place from November 8 to 24 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The best 18 Free Fire teams from around the world will compete for a big prize pool. As of now, they are playing in regional qualifiers to earn a place in the tournament.

Garena hasn't announced the prize pool yet.

Free Fire World Series 2024 Global Finals Timeline

This tournament will be played in three stages: Knockout, Point Rush, and Grand Final. 

Knockout

From November 8 to 17

18 teams will be split into three groups of six for the Knockout stage. The teams in each group will play against each other in a Round Robin format. 

The top 12 teams with highest points will move on to the Point Rush and Grand Finals stages. 

The bottom six teams will be eliminated from the Free Fire World Series 2024.

Point Rush

From November 22 and 23

The top 12 teams from the Knockout stage will compete in the Point Rush on November 22 and 23. They will fight for headstart points to help them in the Final.

Grand Final

On November 24

The World Series 2024 Grand Final will include the top 12 teams from the Knockout stage. This big finale will take place on November 24, where teams will compete for a large prize pool. There will be six matches during the Grand Final.

In July 2024, the Free Fire World Cup took place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, using the same format as the upcoming World Series. The event offered one spot in the World Series Global Finals. Team Falcons from Thailand won and secured their place in the Global Finals.

WASK from the Middle East has also qualified for the Free Fire World Series Global Finals by winning their regional tournament. So far, only two teams are confirmed for the event. The other 16 teams will be announced in the coming weeks as their regional qualifiers are still ongoing.

Good news for Free Fire fans: the Free Fire World Series (FFWS) 2024 SEA Fall will be held in Indonesia, from August 16 to October 13. Eighteen teams from Southeast Asian countries, including Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Vietnam will compete for a big prize pool of $300,000.

FFWS SEA 2024 Fall Schedules

This Free Fire tournament consists of three rounds: the Knockout Stage, Point Rush, and Grand Finals. 

FFWS SEA 2024 Fall: Participating Teams

Let’s take a look at the 18 teams participating in the Free Fire World Series 2024 SEA Fall:

Many teams from the South-Asian region took part in the Free Fire World Cup 2024 in Riyadh, where Thailand's Team Falcons won the championship. Since entering the esports scene in April 2024, the organization has secured two major titles, including the FFWS SEA Spring. The team will now aim to defend their title in the upcoming World Series SEA.

Evos Divine from Indonesia ranked as the second-best team in the World Cup. They had placed fourth in the last FFWS SEA and are expected to be a strong contender in the upcoming tournament.

Buriram United from Thailand is one of the best Free Fire teams worldwide. They finished fourth in the World Cup and third in the SEA Spring. Their star player, Moshi, earned the MVP title at the World Cup 2024.

How to watch FFWS SEA 2024 Fall

The tournament will be live-streamed daily at 16:00 WIB on Free Fire Esports' YouTube, TikTok, and Facebook channels. Each day will include six matches.

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The PUBG Mobile Global Championship (PMGC) 2024 grand final will be held at the ExCel London from December 6th to 8th, according to James Yang, Senior Director of Global Esports at Level Infinite. Fans can witness the world's top PUBG Mobile teams compete live as tickets go on sale in August.

PMGC 2024 Participants

The 2024 PMGC will keep its usual format, but there are some changes to how teams qualify because of the new regional PUBG Mobile Super League (PMSL) series. 15 teams will make it to the championship: 2 from Japan, 4 from PEL, 2 from South Korea, the winner of the PUBG Mobile Rivals Cup S2, the PMWC Champions Region, and 5 teams that receive special invites.

In addition, 10 teams from Southeast Asia will qualify through PMSL SEA Fall and PMGC points. 8 teams from Central and South America will qualify via PMSL CSA Fall and PMGC points. 6 teams from the Americas will qualify based on PMSL Americas Fall and PMGC points. Finally, 9 teams from Europe, the Middle East, and Africa will qualify through PMSL EMEA Fall and PMGC points.

PUBG Mobile Metro Royale Esports mode

Level Infinite also introduced a new esports circuit focused on PUBG Mobile Metro Royale mode. First introduced in 2021, this PvPvE format tasks players with finding loot while fighting both other players and even AI opponents.

More details will be shared soon, and exciting performances are expected in this popular game mode.

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The first-ever PUBG Mobile World Cup (PMWC 2024) is set to take place this month in Saudi Arabia. 24 top-tier teams will compete in an epic battle royale for an honored title and especially, a staggering $3 million prize pool.

PMWC 2024 Stages & Timeline

The 24 top teams in PMWC 2024 are divided into three groups

1. Red
2. Green
3. Yellow

• From July 19th to 21st: Three groups will clash in the Group Stage. The top 12 teams will advance directly to the Main Stage, while the remaining squads will enter the Survival Stage for a second chance.
• From July 23rd and 24th: The Survival Stage will take place. The 12 teams that didn’t qualify from the Group Stage will compete alongside 4 wildcard teams from the PMSL regions. Only the top 4 teams from the Survival Stage will advance to the Main Stage, joining the 12 teams from the Group Stage.
• From July 26th to 28th: The top 16 teams will battle for the PUBG Mobile World Cup title.

PMWC 2024 Groups & Teams

Here’s the complete list of teams participating in the PMWC 2024 Group Stage:

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In a stunning upset, underdog Selangor Red Giants (SRG) emerged victorious at the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Mid Season Cup (MSC 2024). After a thrilling BO7 series, SRG dethroned the reigning champions, Falcons AP.Bren (FCAP), with a score of 4-3.

The tournament at the Amazon Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, saw SRG rise from obscurity to claim the coveted championship title. Jungler Muhammad Haqqullah "Sekys" Ahmad Shahrul Zaman was crowned the Grand Finals MVP for his stellar performance.

SRG's victory marks a significant milestone for Malaysian esports, bringing home USD 1 million in prize money. FCAP, the runners-up, received USD 500,000.

SRG - MLBB Mid Season Cup 2024’s Champion

Not only did SRG claim the top prize at the MLBB Mid Season Cup 2024, but they also became the first Malaysian team to ever reach the Grand Finals of a grand MLBB tournament. This win adds another impressive feat to their ongoing 106-day unbeaten streak in fierce MLBB esports.

“We made sure to stay composed. The best-of-seven series tested our mental fortitude, so we had to ensure we were in the zone and focused laser-sharp to execute our plans game by game seamlessly, ” said Head Coach Michael “Arcadia” Bocado at the post-match press conference.

About MLBB Mid Season Cup 2024

MSC 2024 became the biggest Mid-Season Cup in MLBB history. It broke tradition by including teams from beyond Southeast Asia, featuring China, Eastern Europe & Central Asia, Turkey, North America, and Latin America. Additionally, it served as the opening act for the newly formed Esports World Cup.

The MLBB Mid Season Cup 2024 finals reached a record 2.38 million viewers, becoming the most-watched Esports World Cup event. Despite the loss of Indonesian teams, the tournament grew its global audience and established MLBB as a major esports tournament.

Lastly, mark your calendars! The all-female MLBB scene takes center stage next with the MLBB Women's Invitational happening from July 24 to 27th. Witness top female teams battle it out for international glory! Stay tuned for the full schedule and roster reveal on July 16th.

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After four exciting days of gaming at the League of Legends Esports World Cup (EWC 2024), T1 won the tournament by defeating Top Esports. Despite doubts from fans and experts about T1's abilities, the team did it.

T1's win at the Esports World Cup not only earns them $400,000 and a valuable trophy but also marks their successful debut in the first-ever LoL event at the tournament. This achievement is historic and will be remembered as a significant moment for T1 in the world of esports.

T1 - The Esports World Cup 2024’s Winner

When T1 lost to KT Rolster on June 29, in the LCK Summer split, the team was clearly struggling. They needed help adapting to the current League of Legends meta, losing team fights, and lacking their usual individual brilliance. As a result, leading into the Esports World Cup 2024, T1 wasn't seen as a top pick by fans.

However, everything turned around when T1 defeated one of the LPL's toughest teams, Bilibili Gaming. T1 displayed impressive resilience with innovative draft strategies like Zeus picking Zeri for the Toplane. They navigated late-game team fights skillfully and also triumphed in individual duels.

Next, T1 faced off against LCS' Team Liquid in a thrilling series. Despite being the expected favorites, T1 faced tough competition, with Team Liquid nearly clinching victory. Gumayusi and Oner delivered standout performances, contributing to T1's 2-1 triumph in the series.

In the Grand Final, Game 1 was completely dominated by Top Esports. Each of their five players performed exceptionally well, leading to a swift victory in just twenty-three minutes. This raised concerns that T1 might struggle against such a formidable opponent.

Against all expectations, and guided by Faker and his four talented teammates, T1 staged a remarkable comeback to win the series. Oner's decisive shot-calling and Keria's exceptional support play were particularly noteworthy in their victory.

In this tournament, T1 secured victories in the following series:

• Quarterfinal: 2-1 vs Bilibili Gaming 
• Semifinal: 2-1 vs Team Liquid 
• Grand Final: 3-1 vs Top Esports

Faker - The Esports World Cup 2024 Grand Final’s MVP

No one in the LoL community can deny the Faker’s talent and efforts over the past 10 years. In EWC 2024, this legendary player won another big international trophy and was named MVP in the Grand Final as well.

In the Esports World Cup 2024, all three teams T1 faced banned many of Faker's preferred Midlane champions. Tristana, a highly potent champion in the current meta, was notably unavailable to Faker during the Grand Final against Top Esports.

In the first game against Top Esports, Faker picked Corki but struggled in the laning phase against Top Esports' Creme. However, he bounced back by selecting champions like Ahri, Azir, and Yasuo in the following games, winning three in a row and securing the trophy for T1. The Yasuo pick in the decisive final game was crucial, as it effectively neutralized Creme's Corki.

During the post-game interview, he was questioned about how he managed to stay at the pinnacle of the LoL world after so many years.

"I think it's because I am trying to improve all the time. I try to be better. And of course, I have good teammates over here and the fans," he replied.

Gumayusi - T1’s Unsung Hero in EWC 2024

T1's unsung hero and consistent performer is their ADC, Gumayusi. His impressive champion pool and tactical movements across the Rift, coupled with his impeccable spacing in team fights, set him apart as an extraordinary player.

In the EWC 2024, T1 played a total of 10 matches, facing Bilibili Gaming and Team Liquid 3 times each, and Top Esports 4 times. Throughout these matches, Gumayusi chose a different ADC champion each time. His picks included:

• Against Bilibili Gaming: Kai'Sa, Senna, Jhin
• Against Team Liquid: Ezreal, Caitlyn, Sivir
• Against Top Esports: Zeri, Kalista, Ashe, Xayah

EWC 2024 marked Gumayusi's first professional encounter against JackeyLove from Top Esports in a League of Legends esports match. Despite this, with Keria's assistance, Gumayusi emerged victorious.

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The Filipino esports world is gaining its glory, and the world has seen 2021 as a monumental year for players from this country. In addition, the Esports scene has proved to withhold the pressures of Covid-19, acting as a safe haven for traditional sports betting fans, which were forced to move their focus into the esports arena. As a result the industry has thrived by holding world championships and local online tournaments. However, more continents demonstrate their competence, including Africa, North America, South America and Australia.

The Esports scene is expected to gain even more following as players battle out for pride and glory. The good news is that the 19^th Asian Games and 31^st Southeast Asian Games will feature esports competitions. Tournaments are set to kick off in September and November 2022, as you can expect to see plenty of odds showing up on the best online sportsbooks.

Now, lets check on the following top Filipino esports athletes to watch out for in 2022.

KarlTzy

In MPL-PH Season 8, Bren Esports showcased a terrible performance. However, the results hardly tell what KarlTzy is made of. KarlTzy possesses mechanical skills that make him rank one of the best players in MPL-PH. On December 21^st, 2021, Echo announced that KarlTzy would push their MPL-PH season 9 campaign. He has experience as a SEA Games gold medalist, MPL-PH champion, and M2 World Championship MVP as an Echo star. In addition, a team of veterans have promised to guide him. If other players fail to meet his chemistry, then KarlTzy will rank high once again. Keep an eye out for  KarlTzy as will surely be topping the betting odds on the all esports betting platforms.

Mathew Baldovino

Karl is one of the best young talents of the Filipino esports scene. The 13-year-old is a competent player of the original Defense of Ancients mod for Warcraft III. Although the young professional has had hot and cold experiences in DOTA 2, he redeemed himself after joining South Korea squad T1. In 2021, Mathew reunited with Filipino teammate Carlo, also known as Kuku, in the same squad. T1 battled against competent teams only to finish 7^th -8^th out of 18 International ten on October 7-17,2021. Although Karl has struggled with his transition to DOTA 2, he is among the promising players that will pause a challenge in 2022. Speaking of which, DOTA 2 is one of the most-loved esports by gamblers, definitely worth checking out if you would like to start making your way on esports betting. If this BetOnline Review is anything to go by, with this platform you will be able to easily keep up to date with the betting odds being placed on Matthew and other DOTA 2 players. We can only wait and see how Matthew will perform on DOTA 2 this season!

Dubstep

He is a crucial player who represented the Philippines in the grand stage of Valorant. As many would expect, the 29-year-old is yet to retire from the esports scene. From December 1^st to 8^th, Jayvee participated in the Valorant Champions Tour held in Berlin, Germany. Many teams considered Dubstep as an underdog. However, his squad, Team Secret, proved their vigilance in the First-person shooter scene after finishing 5^th-8^th. He spiced up the tournament finishing top eight of the Average Combat Score leaderboards with 237.7.

Demonkite

Jonard Caranto had a stunning arrival at the professional league. Before joining RSG Philippines, the former Jungler at JNA Esports had a positive reputation in amateur tournaments. During the MPL-PH Season 8, Demonkite recorded the highest kills and KDA for three weeks. He gained recognition after recording 4.16 kills and 5.14 KDA per game. He impressively adjusted from amateur competitions to the professional scene and helped RSG PH to finish eighth during the MPL Invitational 2021. Due to the talents in team RSG PH, we are likely to see gamblers staking their money in their favour.

Skerd

Skerd gained recognition as the Most Valuable Player after breaking the code in the Call of Duty Mobile World Championship 2021 East Finals held on December 11^th -12^th, 2021. In addition, Skerd led the Tier One Entertainment backed squad in PH invitational and won against local powerhouses Omega Esports, Por Esports, and Fantasma. Having conquered the world on a limited graphics setting, Blacklist International can achieve more with the best peripherals in its possession.

Xavi8k

The duel Valorant superstar from DeLa Salle University Viridis Arcus has a record of dominance in the University Alliance Cup Valorant for three seasons. His ability to leap a professional place in a significant intercollegiate league has attracted the attention of many teams. Bren Esports revealed that they had acquired Xavi8K services. However, Xavi8k got a chance to compete in the pro division under Sunsparks in the Valorant Champions Tour Playoffs. Xavi8k has a regional ranking of #163 and a winning rate of 75%/71%. His current streak is three wins in a row. With such a promising record, bettors are likely to wager on him.

Woopiiee

Jerrold Regay is among the best snipers in the Philippines. Woopiiee and NRX Jeremiah 29:11 are among the first local esports teams to professionally compete in Call of Duty Mobile. NRX Jeremiah 29:11 have showcased their gaming abilities in tournaments such as CODM-Philippines Championship 2020 and CODM World Championship 2020- Garena. In addition, they have displayed their mastery in one of the prestigious tournaments, CODM World Championship 2020. The public favourite has managed a runner-up finish in the PH Invitational 2021.

WaningMoon

Dustin has represented the Philippines in different tournaments since 2014. Dustin Mangulabnan has escalated in the Tiers 1 tournament and qualifiers. WanningMoon hailed to glory after clinching the Master's Qualifiers: Ironforge #90 and Masters Qualifiers: Silvermoon#100. Fans have high hopes for Wanningmoon, and they expect him to bring glory at home when Esports Asian Games 2022 kicks off.

The Esports scene has gained relevance in the Philippines as Filipino talents showcase their mastery in various tournaments. Skills have emerged to secure a place on the international stage. The above are names that will dominate the Esports world, if other players fail to match their chemistry. Take a close look at their teams when searching for esports odds to bet on, as they’ll surely will not disappoint.

The World Championship is the pinnacle of the League of Legends calendar, and after a hard-fought Group Stage, the initial field of 24 teams has been whittled down to eight ahead of the knock-out stages, with the destination of the Summoner’s Cup to be decided on Finals day.

DWG KIA were the favorites going into the tournament and they remain in that position at GG.BET, one of the most popular esports bookmakers according to esportsbettingtop.com. Heading into the semifinals, they rate DWG as the 2.0 leading contender.

The favorites are in that position for a reason. The reigning champions are clearly out to establish a LOL dynasty and have been in determined mood throughout the tournament so far. They have the most complete roster in the world of LOL and they crushed their opponents in the Group stage, with a 6-0 win-loss record. They will be up against the sole European representative, MAD Lions in the last eight, but MAD just sneaked through their Group with a 4-4 record and will struggle to match their rivals.

If the bookmakers are correct and DWG progress from that tie, they will be up against the winners of the T1 versus HLE quarter final. T1 will be big favorites to win that game, after their impressive 5-1 record in their Group. Hanwha finished in second place in their section after losing a tiebreaker with EDG, but recent history favors T1, who beat Hanwha 3-2 in the LCK Regional Finals last month. It’s also worth noting that T1 split their league series with DWG this season so will be confident if they come up against the favorites in the Finals.

The other side of the draw looks more open. RNG came out of Group C with a solid 4-2 record and victory in the tie-breaker against Hanwha, and they have the potential to go all the way in this competition, but they will be up against the resilient EDG, a team that has shown the ability to adapt to each new challenge and come through adversity, thanks partly to their stacked roster. They also went into the last eight with a 4-2 record and will be tough opponents to get past.

The final bracket features the tournament’s only remaining North American team, Cloud9, who scraped into the last eight after Group A ended in a three-way tie for second place. Their 2-4 record didn’t suggest they are in the form to go far in this competition and against Gen G, they face a tough task in the quarters.

Gen G emerged from the crazy Group D, which finished with all four teams holding a 3-3 record and showed their composure in winning both tiebreaker games. Although they are rated as fifth favorites in the tournament betting at 19.0, they have the consistency to spring a surprise.

The best-of-five quarter finals will be played from October 22 to October 25, with the semi-finals on October 30 and 31 and the finals on November 6.

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Collegiate esports has continued to gain popularity from a mere twenty-five schools at its inaugural in 2009 to above 170 schools, including universities. The game has attracted college scholarships amounting to more than $16 million.

Esports minors learn the skills by joining teams in high schools or universities under the guidance of a coach who guides them on running drills, strategy development, and reviews before actively participating in a college esports tournament with different schools within the states.

What are college esports tournaments?

College esports tournaments are a fast-growing e-game played using computers. The word esports stands for electronic sports and are played between professionally trained individuals or teams. The game is mostly streamed live on Twitch Television Network, a live video streaming service provider and an amazon subsidiary.

The teams come up with their team jerseys and the esports fans are free to wear their team’s jerseys, attend the tournaments in the arenas or watch live on Twitch. The players are allowed to freely communicate with their teammates or coaches during the game.

In the USA, collegiate esports began in 2009 with about 75 schools that formed esports clubs and played an undefined number of video games in tournaments. The game has currently spread into many countries around the world, with thousands of colleges taking part.

The NACE (national association of college esports) is the umbrella body which organizes tournaments and programs for colleges to participate in. Although there is an argument on whether the NCAA has the right to take control of collegiate esports given that esports is viewed as a sedentary game other than an athletic endeavor.

What are the esports programs to prepare for?

Esports games do not require large stadiums like the traditional athletics games, but an arena or a renovated classroom can perfectly serve for a tournament. Schools and colleges arrange funding through partnering with sponsors and game developers for the supply of items like team jerseys, computers, practice facilities, and coaches.

Before we list the major esports programs, you also need to keep in mind that it should not stop your academic preparation of any kind. Students must always know the importance of maintaining a balance between studies and other activities. There are engineering and MBA essay services that can help you do your assignments successfully on time and provide you a quality that your teachers always expect. The first recommendation in this regard is always EduBirdie as students and teachers have trusted it for years for their academic assignment writing work.

Tespa

Tespa has its background in Texas and was formed by the Texas esports Association and later became a subsidiary of the blizzard. By 2019, it had hosted tournaments like Overwatch collegiate championships, call of duty, and Hearthstone collegiate programs. This is a national tournament open to any university student within the USA and Canada.

Collegiate Starleague

This was the pioneering esports program in 2009 and has grown to more than 1800 colleges and 11,000 teams and offers online services like league operations, development of curriculum, and intramural league.

The main sponsors of the game include league of legends, street fighter, gears, NBA 2K, overwatch, and CS:GO. Its upcoming tournaments include Super Smash bros, street fighter, and Fortnite, all set for December 6, 2020.

College league of legends

It is a video game where multiple online players get engaged in a battle arena developed by riot games. Teams seek to destroy their opponent’s base and bring down towers towards victory.

The program features weekly matches between schools based in the USA and Canada and the finals are held live in LA.

Electronic gaming federation

Founded in 2013, the EGF is a private esports entity whose mandate is to operate in an esports-friendly environment. It aims to build, govern, and offer support to students to grow and develop in an ecosystem that offers an activity-filled academic learning system. This in turn helps them in all aspects including writing papers, self-confidence and overall competitiveness.

EGF programs offer education programs for esports to colleges and high schools that enable learners to access live broadcasting of esports events.

Why is it fun and interesting to join esports programs?

Esports is full of fun and you’re not limited on how many leagues you participate in as long as you get registered through a program. Globally, esports revenue continues to soar to more than 3billion annually shared between players, gaming developers, and sponsors.

Esports’ popularity has soared with TV. Channels fighting to air the championships live and the prize tags continue to increase, with some games attracting prizes amounting to $3million for winners and 50 thousand for runners up.

Unlike traditional athletics, where injuries are common, injuries are unheard of in esports because all you do is sit on a gaming chair in an arena and play on a computer.

Conclusion

Esports is headed towards landslide recognition globally and it might overtake the traditional athletic games owing to their popularity among the young generation. Gaming companies and an unlimited number of sponsors have teamed up to make esports a reality in mainstream colleges and outside the institutions of learning. Looking into the figures of cash involved and the large viewership during tournaments, it is evident that esports will soon become part of undergraduate programs.

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While most of the Esports tournaments were suspended due to the global pandemic at the beginning of the year, PUBG Mobile managed to round off the first half of the year with the success of PUBG Mobile World League Season Zero Champions. With the huge support it has received from around the world, the leading battle royale mobile game is shaping the mobile eSport world.

While PUBG Mobile has just crossed the new milestone of $3 Billion lifetime revenue, its upcoming PUBG Mobile 2020 Fall Spit has witnessed more than 80,000 teams signing up so far. Here is the full list of the hottest upcoming PUBG Mobile esports events in India as well as other countries in the world. Bookmark to make sure you won’t miss any of them!

Upcoming PUBG Mobile Esport events

Apart from the upcoming PUBG Mobile Club Open (PMCO), PUBG Mobile fans in India and all over the world are also looking forward to the PUBG Mobile Pro League (PMPL) with both are about to start next week. These two tournaments are said to be the first filters to select best teams for the next PUBG Mobile World League (PMWL) which is expected to happen next year.

Check out the detailed schedule of PMCO and PMPL in India and other regions around the world.

PUBG Mobile Club Open (PMCO)

The global competitive season of PUBG Mobile: PUBG Mobile Club Open (PMCO) is slated to span across every region and continent around the world from America to Europe, Africa, and Asian starting from August 11th. The tournament is about to start in India as well as other South Asian countries from Aug 12 - Aug 30 while Pakistan players will have to wait for a few weeks longer as the event will take place from Aug 25th to Sep 30th. Meanwhile, the registration for the tournament was closed on Jul 13th.

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PUBG Mobile Pro League (PMPL)

Apart from the PMCO, PUBG Mobile fans also gear up for the special PUBG Mobile Pro League (PMPL) which is only available in some countries in South Asia, South East Asia, and America. The list of invited teams who represent South Asia in the tournament includes Megastars, ORANGE ROCK, SouL, GODLIKE, SynerGE, TeamIND, and some others.

New point systems for PUBG Mobile esports events

Apart from announcing its upcoming events, PUBG Mobile also made it official on the new point system to strike the balance between kills and placement in games. The new system will be applied in PMCO only.

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PUBG Mobile biggest secret eSport event of 2020

Despite 2 big events being on the plate, PUBG Mobile is all set for the biggest esports event ever of the year which remains to be a secret. While no details are leaked, the official announcement of the event will be revealed on August 24th. We will keep you updated on it as soon as possible.