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Arab News
6 days ago
- 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.
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First Post
29-06-2025
- Sport
- First Post
'Rare gem in the chess world': Praggnanandhaa gets big welcome from Magnus Carlsen as he joins Team Liquid
Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa has joined Team Liquid ahead of the Esports World Cup 2025 in Riyadh. Magnus Carlsen and Hikaru Nakamura welcomed the young GM with heartfelt messages. read more Indian Grandmaster Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa has joined Team Liquid ahead of the Esports World Cup. The announcement was made on social media on Saturday, and it has created a big buzz in the chess world. The 19-year-old from Chennai will join big names like Magnus Carlsen and Fabiano Caruana, who were signed earlier this year. Team Liquid shared the news on X (formerly Twitter) with a message: 'Before chess conquered the world, it was born in India. For centuries, India has shaped the game. Now, it shapes the future. Praggnanandhaa R. carries that legacy forward — and today, he joins ours. Welcome to Team Liquid. The future of chess starts here. Pragg.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Carlsen and Nakamura welcome Pragg World No. 1 and five-time world champion Magnus Carlsen welcomed Praggnanandhaa with a funny and warm message. 'Whole lot of letters in Praggnanandhaa, but no «I». Welcome to the team,' Carlsen wrote, resharing his team's post. Whole lot of letters in Praggnanandhaa, but no «I» Welcome to the team🤝 — Magnus Carlsen (@MagnusCarlsen) June 28, 2025 American GM Hikaru Nakamura, who plays for Team Falcons and is the current World No. 2, also praised the young Indian. He replied to Team Liquid's post saying, 'Pragg is a rare gem in the chess world.' Massive congrats to @rpraggnachess and @TeamLiquid - Pragg is a rare gem in the chess world! — Hikaru Nakamura (@GMHikaru) June 28, 2025 Team Liquid has become one of the strongest teams in online chess with Praggnanandhaa now in the squad. Chess is set to feature in the upcoming Esports World Cup 2025, which will be held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia from 7 July to 24 August. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Praggnanandhaa will try to qualify for the event through the Last Chance Qualifiers, where only 4 spots remain. Many big names like Ding Liren, Wesley So, Anish Giri, and Daniil Dubov are also in the race. India's Arjun Erigaisi is the only Indian who has secured a place in the Esports World Cup so far. He plays for Generation Gaming. Meanwhile, other Indian GMs like Nihal Sarin and Aravindh Chithambaram are part of the Indian Esports team S8UL and are also in the race to qualify. Praggnanandhaa recently won his third title of the year at UzChess Cup Masters 2025 in Tashkent, Uzbekistan.
