PUBG Esports World Cup 2026: Indian Teams, Schedule & Where to Watch Live

The PUBG Mobile World Cup 2026 is set to deliver another thrilling chapter in competitive PUBG Mobile, and this year's edition is especially significant for Indian fans. For the first time ever, India has two teams competing at the prestigious tournament, with GodLike Esports and Orangutan Esports earning their places among the world's best. Whether you have been following GodLike throughout the domestic season or keeping an eye on every OG team in the competition, there is plenty to look forward to as the action unfolds in Paris.

With a massive prize pool of USD 3.025 million, the PUBG Mobile World Cup brings together 32 elite teams for 11 days of intense competition. As GodLike Esports and Orangutan Esports prepare to represent India on the global stage, fans of every OG team can expect high stakes matches, memorable moments and fierce international rivalries. Here's everything you need to know about the tournament, including the schedule, format, Indian participants and where you can watch the matches live. So, let’s get started!

Why Is The PUBG Mobile World Cup 2026 A Historic Tournament For India?

The 2026 edition marks a landmark achievement for Indian PUBG Mobile esports. While India’s participation in previous events of this scale was limited, this year the country has doubled its presence with GodLike Esports and Orangutan Esports qualifying for the global event.

The tournament features 32 teams from around the world competing at the Paris Expo Porte de Versailles in France. Across 11 days, these organisations will battle for a share of the USD 3.025 million prize pool, making it one of the richest PUBG Mobile competitions of the year.  India's representation reflects the rapid growth of the domestic competitive scene and gives fans twice as many reasons to cheer throughout the tournament.

Which Indian Teams Have Qualified?

GodLike Esports

GodLike Esports secured its place by winning the Battlegrounds Mobile India Pro Series, held in Jaipur. The championship victory earned the organisation a direct qualification spot at the global tournament.

The squad enters Paris with confidence after dominating one of India's biggest domestic competitions. Naturally, many supporters will be hoping Godlike can carry that momentum onto the international stage.

Orangutan Esports

Orangutan Esports qualified after finishing at the top of the Krafton India Esports Points Table, rewarding their consistency across the competitive season. The club has steadily established itself as one of India's strongest PUBG Mobile teams and now has the opportunity to compete against the world's elite.

What Is The Tournament Format?

The PUBG Mobile World Cup follows a multi-stage format that rewards consistency while keeping every match meaningful.

The 32 participating teams are divided into two groups of 16 teams.

• The top five teams from each group qualify directly for the Grand Finals.
• Teams finishing 6th to 13th progress to the Survival Stage.
• The bottom three teams in each group are eliminated.

The Survival Stage takes place on August 11 and 12, where 16 teams compete in another 12 matches. Only the top six teams advance to the Grand Finals.

The Grand Finals are scheduled for 14th, 15th and 16th August, featuring 16 teams and up to 18 matches. The final day uses the Smash Rule, where, after Match 12, a championship points threshold comes into effect. Once a team crosses that threshold, the first eligible team to win a match is immediately crowned champion.

Which Teams Are Participating in PMWC 2026?

One interesting aspect of this year's competition is that the two Indian teams begin their campaigns on different days.

Group A

• Nigma Galaxy (Bahrain)
• Geekay Esports (Saudi Arabia)
• AlUla Club Esports (Saudi Arabia)
• RRQ RYU (Indonesia)
• Team Flash (Vietnam)
• Gaming Stars Esports (Turkey)
• ULF Esports (Turkey)
• Furia (Brazil)
• GOAT Team (Central Asia)
• Aurora Gaming (Mongolia)
• 4Trives (Pakistan)
• ThunderTalkGaming (China)
• All Gamers International (China)
• Orangutan (India)
• DRX Gaming (South Korea)
• XForce Reject (Africa)

Group B

• Godlike Esports (India)
• EArena (Thailand)
• Bigetron By Vitality (Indonesia)
• Horaa Esports (Nepal)
• TT Project (Kyrgyzstan)
• 721 Esports (Iraq)
• ETSH Esports (Egypt)
• S2G Esports (Turkey)
• IDA Esports (Turkey)
• Hustler Crew (United States)
• Wolves Esports (North America)
• Alpha7 Esports (Brazil)
• DOPENESS (Japan)
• Yangon Galacticos (Myanmar)
• Tianba (China)
• NongShim RedForce (South Korea)

Since the teams are in separate groups, they cannot face one another during the Group Stage. They will only meet if both qualify for either the Survival Stage or the Grand Finals.

What Is The PUBG Esports World Cup 2026 Schedule?

Here's the complete tournament schedule.

Date	Stage
6-9 August	Group Stage Matches
11-12 August	Survival Stage
14-16 August	Grand Finals

Where Can You Watch The PUBG Mobile World Cup 2026 Live?

Fans in India can watch every match live through the official PUBG Mobile Esports YouTube channels. With matches beginning at 4:30 PM IST, viewers can comfortably catch every game after work or college and stay updated with live standings, expert analysis, and post-match discussions.

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Conclusion

The PUBG Mobile World Cup 2026 promises to be one of the biggest PUBG Mobile tournaments ever, and it marks a proud milestone for Indian esports. With GodLike Esports and Orangutan Esports both representing the country, fans have twice the excitement and twice the opportunities to witness history. As the Indian contenders start their campaign and every OG team battles for a place in the Grand Finals, all that's left is to tune in, enjoy the action, and support India's representatives on the global stage.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. When does the PUBG Esports World Cup 2026 begin?

The tournament begins on 6th August 2026 with Group A matches and concludes on 16th August 2026 with the Grand Finals. The event spans 11 days and features the world's top PUBG Mobile teams competing in Paris.

2. Which Indian teams are participating in the tournament?

India is represented by GodLike Esports and Orangutan Esports. GodLike qualified by winning BMPS in Jaipur, while Orangutan earned its place by finishing first on the Krafton India Esports Points Table.

3. What is the format of the tournament?

The tournament begins with two groups of 16 teams. The top five teams from each group qualify directly for the Grand Finals, while teams placed sixth to thirteenth compete in the Survival Stage for the remaining six Grand Final spots.

4. When do the Indian teams play?

Orangutan Esports compete on 6th and 7th August in Group A, while GodLike Esports play on 8th and 9th August in Group B. They can only face each other later in the tournament if both progress beyond the Group Stage.

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