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Arab News
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Club Championship finals set for second weekend of Esports World Cup in Riyadh
RIYADH: As the second weekend of the Esports World Cup finals in Riyadh beckons, the Club Championship has already started to take shape. For the latest updates, follow us @ArabNewsSport So far Gen.G Esports, Team Heretics, DetonatioN FocusMe, BMW M Team Redline, Red Bull Sim Racing and VK GAMING are the sides out in front, each with 1,000 Club points. However, their positions could still come under threat in the coming days. Saudi Arabia's Team Falcons might end the weekend in first place, with rosters competing in multiple games in the coming days. But with Gen.G a firm favorite in League of Legends, they too are in a strong position to stand alone at the top of the table come Monday. With plenty more Club Championship points on offer, it is still anyone's game. League of Legends One of the biggest titles to take place during the EWC is underway, and an incredible knockout competition is expected. The first day of League of Legends action had two sides head home: North American Cloud9 and Vietnamese team GAM Esports. While many teams have clawed their way through to the knockout stage, 2024 Esports World Cup Champions T1 will join the fray on July 18 to defend their title, and truly test the mettle of their rivals. Aside from T1, the only side that finished in the top four in last year's competition and is represented this year is Europe's G2 Esports. The League of Legends EMEA Championship team secured a spot in the knockout stage after a 2-0 finish on day one. With some exciting matchups ahead of the final this weekend, there are many upsets expected. Dota 2 Dota 2's epic two weeks of action finally conclude this weekend with a $3 million prize pool on the line. Team Spirit and PVISION are locked in for the semifinals after victories in the quarterfinals, with more teams set to join them in the coming days. But some big names are already eliminated. The 2024 champions Gaimin Gladiators have fallen in fifth to eighth place, meaning a new champion will be crowned in 2025. And with all the top seeded teams qualifying for the playoffs, the title race is wide open. Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Women's Invitational The Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Women's Invitational concludes this week on July 19. At the end of play on July 16, Team Liquid, Natus Vincere PH, ONIC Pertiwi Team, and Team Vitality have secured their slots in the playoffs. With just two days of competition, things are moving fast, with eight sides knocked out. Now in its second year as a part of the EWC roster, the MLBB MWI features a $500,000 prize pool and presents a truly massive stage for women stars. Team Vitality have been the most impressive, not dropping a single game so far. They also set a record for the fastest game in MWI history with 9 minutes, 38 seconds, but NAVI topped them by 1 second a few days later. Free Fire Mobile title Free Fire at the 2025 Esports World Cup kicked off with six fast-paced maps, setting the tone for what is shaping up to be a wide-open fight for the championship. After day one, Team Falcons lead the standings with the Thai roster showcasing dominance, but a resurgence from the Brazilian teams including paiN Gaming and Fluxo mean everything is still in play. However, as with Apex Legends in week one, anything can happen when it comes to battle royale titles and one good day is not enough to secure a trophy. With the action closing on July 20, there is plenty of time for more surprises and upsets. And with Free Fire players known for their brash antics, there could be some drama in the closing stages.
Arab News
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Arab News
Let the games begin! Riyadh opens Esports World Cup
RIYADH: The Esports World Cup kicks off in the Saudi capital Riyadh on Thursday as the world's largest esports and gaming festival comes to Riyadh. For the latest updates, follow us @ArabNewsSport Running until August 24, the event features more than 2,000 elite players, 25 tournaments across 24 leading titles, and a record-breaking prize pool of over $70 million, cementing its status as the biggest and most significant esports event ever staged. The event will bring together the world's top 200 clubs to compete in a new format. At the heart of the competition is the Club Championship, where teams accumulate points across multiple games to become the EWC Club Champion, claim a $7 million grand prize and hoist the coveted EWC Club Championship trophy. The $70+ million prize pool also includes $38+ million for individual Game Championships, $5 million in global qualifier rewards, and $450,000 in MVP bonuses. Prince Faisal bin Bandar bin Sultan, the chairman of the Saudi Esports Federation, praised the Saudi leadership for their support and said: 'The Kingdom is cementing its position as a global leader in gaming and esports. The Esports World Cup is a clear reflection of that progress.' The event, run by the Esport World Cup Foundation, was first held in Riyadh last year with a purse of $62.5 million. The team competition was won by Team Falcons, a Saudi esports team, in 2024. 'This event stands as a global milestone for esports by showcasing the scale, ambition, and future of competitive gaming,' Prince Faisal said. 'It is a moment that will shape the direction of the industry for years to come.' Faisal bin Homran, chief product officer of Esports World Cup Foundation, added: 'The Esports World Cup is redefining what's possible in esports. It brings together the world's top teams to compete in the most iconic and advanced arenas, delivering a level of excitement that is unmatched across the industry.
Time of India
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
PMSL 2025 Europe Spring recap: Overall ranking, prize pool distribution, and list of PMWC qualified teams
(Image via Krafton/YouTube) The PUBG Mobile Super League (PMSL) 2025 Europe Spring has officially wrapped up, and it did not disappoint. From insane clutches to unexpected upsets, the tourney delivered pure esports drama. From Chicken Dinners to last-minute clutch plays, the action didn't stop till the final circle. Now, four elite teams are on their way to the PUBG Mobile World Cup 2025, and the $200,000 prize pool has found new owners. Team Falcons Become Champions Team Falcons dominated the competition. With 136 points and two solid Chicken Dinners, they soared past the competition and snatched the crown. Star fragger Coa77 was in god mode and rightfully took home the MVP title. Alongside the bragging rights? A prize of $37,000 . 2nd Place Goes to Fire Flux Esports Fire Flux kept the heat on all tournament long. The Turkish powerhouse ended second with 125 points and three Chicken Dinners. Their consistency paid off with a $23,750 prize and a PMWC slot. IDA Esports Become the 2nd Runners-Up IDA Esports weren't on everyone's radar until the final few games, but they popped off when it mattered most. 49 kills. 119 points. Two Chicken Dinners. Their grind paid off with $19,500 and a PMWC qualification. Regnum Carya Esports Finish 4th After winning PMGO 2025, Regnum came in strong. A dip in performance slid them to fourth, but it was still enough to lock their PMWC spot and $15,000 in prize money. Qualified Teams for PMWC 2025 Heading to the PUBG Mobile World Cup from PMSL Europe: Team Falcons Fire Flux Esports IDA Esports Regnum Carya Esports. Just Missed the Cut Next Ruya barely missed PMWC, placing 5th with 112 points . S2G Esports started strong but lost steam and came 6th with 109 points . Kara Esports and Boars Gaming followed in 7th and 8th . Prize Pool Breakdown With $200,000 on the line, here's how the money got split: Team Falcons – $37,000 Fire Flux Esports – $23,750 IDA Esports – $19,500 Regnum Carya Esports – $15,000 S2G Esports – $17,000 IW NRX – $12,250 Thunder TalQ – $9,250 Kara Esports – $9,000 Boars Gaming – $8,250 Fenerbahçe Esports – $7,000 FUT Esports – $5,500 Papara SuperMassive / K1 – $5,250 each PMSL 2025 Europe Spring was stacked with talent, twists, and top-tier PUBG Mobile gameplay. The four teams heading to PMWC earned their spots with insane skill, teamwork, and composure under pressure. Can they carry this momentum to the world stage? We'll find out soon. Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
Time of India
07-07-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
PUBG Mobile World Cup (PMWC) 2025: Teams qualified, prize pool, and PMSL 2025 Europe spring highlights
PUBG Mobile World Cup (PMWC) 2025: The PMSL 2025 Europe Spring tournament has officially wrapped up, setting the stage for the PUBG Mobile World Cup (PMWC) 2025. After intense competition between Europe's best teams, the top four have secured their spots in the upcoming PMWC 2025. The spring event ran from June 23 to July 6, 2025, with a grand prize pool of $200,000. Team Falcons Crowned Champions of PMSL 2025 Europe Spring Team Falcons delivered exceptional performances throughout the PMSL 2025 Europe Spring, dominating the Grand Finals and clinching the top position. The squad scored 136 points and secured two Chicken Dinners, showing incredible consistency. Their standout player, Coa77, was named the MVP of the event. For their efforts, the team received a $37,000 cash prize and a ticket to the PUBG Mobile World Cup 2025. Fire Flux Esports Claim Second Spot Fire Flux Esports, a strong contender from Turkey, finished in second place after collecting 125 points and achieving three Chicken Dinners. Their powerful gameplay earned them $23,750 and a well-deserved spot in the PMWC 2025 qualifiers list. IDA Esports and Regnum Carya Also Qualify In third place, IDA Esports showed impressive skills, especially in the final rounds. The team secured 119 points, which included 49 kills and two Chicken Dinners, earning $19,500 in prize money and a chance to compete in the PUBG Mobile World Cup. Regnum Carya Esports, winners of PMGO 2025, came in fourth. Although they started strong and topped the leaderboard early on, their performance dipped on the final day. Despite the setback, they managed to collect $15,000 and qualify for PMWC 2025. Full List of Qualified Teams for PMWC 2025 from PMSL Europe Spring Here are the four top teams from PMSL 2025 Europe Spring who have officially qualified for the PUBG Mobile World Cup (PMWC) 2025: - Team Falcons - Fire Flux Esports - IDA Esports - Regnum Carya Esports Close Calls and Top Performers Outside the Top Four Next, Ruya narrowly missed PMWC qualification, finishing in fifth place with 112 points. S2G Esports began the finals with great momentum but slipped in the last six matches, dropping to sixth with 109 points. Kara Esports and Boars Gaming landed in seventh and eighth positions, respectively. Other notable teams included FUT Esports in 14th place and Barsay Esports in 16th. PMSL 2025 Europe Spring: Prize Pool Distribution The $200,000 prize pool was distributed among 24 competing teams. Here's a breakdown: Team Falcons – $37,000 Fire Flux Esports – $23,750 IDA Esports – $19,500 Regnum Carya Esports – $15,000 IW NRX – $12,250 S2G Esports – $17,000 Kara Esports – $9,000 Boars Gaming – $8,250 Papara SuperMassive – $5,250 K1 – $5,250 Thunder TalQ – $9,250 Fenerbahçe Esports – $7,000 Black Esports – $4,500 FUT Esports – $5,500 Barsay Esports – $5,000 BRA BrxMumia Esports – $4,500 Besiktas Getso – $750 RUKH eSports – $750 Guild Esports – $1,250 BX Brothers – $750 Galatasaray Esports – $500 Team EGO – $250 RAFHA Esports – $250 MVP Esports – $250 What's Next After PMSL 2025 Europe Spring? Now that the PMSL 2025 Europe Spring has concluded, the qualified teams will prepare for the PUBG Mobile World Cup (PMWC) 2025. Fans can expect top-tier battles as these squads go head-to-head with other global teams that qualified through different regions. To stay updated on the stories that are going viral, follow Indiatimes Trending.
Saudi Gazette
06-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Saudi Gazette
Level Up Docuseries launches June 6 on Prime Video
THE ES TIMES — The world of competitive gaming is poised to take center stage. Esports World Cup: Level Up, a five-part docuseries directed by Emmy Award winner R.J. Cutler, premieres on Prime Video on June 6, with new episodes weekly. A behind-the-scenes look at a pivotal moment in esports As someone deeply immersed in the industry, I find this series incredibly compelling. Level Up delves into the first-ever Esports World Cup (EWC) 2024, a historic tournament with prizes exceeding $60 million. The stakes were high, and the excitement was unstoppable. The series was filmed in verité style, capturing authentic, unscripted moments. Cutler's team immersed themselves in the heart of the eight-week event, giving us a rare glimpse into the people and stories that made this tournament happen. Global Reach and World-Class Storytelling The series is produced by Sony Pictures Television's This Machine and will air exclusively on Prime Video in over 240 countries. Directed by R.J. Cutler, with John Dorsey as production manager. Executive producers include Jane Cha Cutler, Trevor Smith, Elise Pearlstein, and Mark Blatty. The Human Drama at the Heart of Competition Cutler highlights the emotional side of esports: 'Level Up isn't just about money. It's about the passion and inner strength of competitors who push themselves to the limit. Under pressure, their human essence emerges.' This feeling is real. I've seen how fierce competition reveals the true character of players, and this series captures that essence. EWC Club Championship: A New Format for a New Era At the heart of the series is the EWC Club Championship, where clubs competed across more than 20 games for ranking points. Every match was a game-changer, and every point was valuable. With the largest prize money in esports history, this format redefined what a tournament could be. Touching Stories from Around the World From the unknown to legends, Level Up highlights unforgettable journeys: • Soka (Team Falcons) - A confident, loud player from Oakland, using his bold style to conceal a difficult past. His passion drives his team forward. • FAKER (T1) - A living legend from South Korea, struggling with his opponents and the weight of his legacy. • Sanford (Team Liquid) - A 19-year-old prodigy from the Philippines, supporting his family after his father suffered a stroke. His story combines survival and ambition. • Drazah (Atlanta FaZe) - Raised in a cabin in Alaska with seven siblings, his journey to the main stage showcases the true meaning of resilience. • Chel & Cinny (Team Vitality) - Two sisters from Indonesia, leading the strongest women's team in Mobile Legends history. Personal loss tests their emotional strength. • Yevhen Zolotarov (NAVI) - Competing for Ukraine amidst war. Fighting for more than just a title. • Mossad Aldossary (Team Falcons) - A young Riyadh-based CEO carrying national pride on his shoulders. Local pressure? Tremendous. A celebration of esports and its global community The Esports World Cup 2024 hosted approximately 1,500 elite players and 200 clubs from over 100 countries. They competed across 22 tournaments in 21 games for the biggest prize in the game's history. 'Titles focus on the winners, but this series showcases the real story - what it takes to reach the top. Level Up captures that journey,' says Ralf Reichert, Executive Director of the EWCF. And I couldn't have said it better. Esports isn't just about winning; it's about people, sacrifice, and the love of the game. Don't miss the premiere Esports World Cup: Level Up premiered on Prime Video on June 6. If you're a fan of esports or inspiring stories - or both - this is a work you shouldn't miss.
