KRAFTON India announces BGMI Showdown and BGMI International Cup for H2 2025, each featuring a Prize Pool of ₹1 Crore ($113k)

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Story Highlights

  • In BGMI Showdown, 48 top teams will compete for a direct Global Championship slot, eight BMIC qualification spots, and ₹1 Crore prize pool.
  • In the BMIC LAN finals, India’s top 8 teams will face 4 elite squads each from Korea and Japan, with two Global Championship slots and ₹1 Crore prize pool.
  • Campus Tour 2025-2026 expands to Tier-2 cities, offering college tournaments and on-ground experiences for emerging esports talent.

Krafton India recently revealed the Esports plan for BGMI, also known as Battlegrounds Mobile India, up until the second half of 2025. This strategy includes two new flagship tournaments – the BGMI Showdown (BMSD) and the BGMI International Cup (BMIC). Both competitions feature a prize pool of INR 1 Crore ($113k), providing Indian teams with opportunities to qualify for global events.

KRAFTON India’s vision to elevate Indian Esports with BGMI Showdown and BGMI International Cup

BGMI is introducing a notable dual qualification system for the Indian Esports scene, which includes the BMSD and BMIC. According to Karan Pathak, Associate Director – Esports of KRAFTON India, “The BGMI Showdown, BGMI International Cup, and Campus Tour represent significant milestones on a comprehensive plan designed to boost India’s presence in international esports.

BGMI Showdown (BMSD)

As a passionate fan, I’m thrilled to share that the much-anticipated BGMI Showdown (BMSD) commences on September 18 in Hyderabad! Forty-eight of the finest squads, handpicked from BGIS, BMPS, and other accredited third-party tournaments, will unite for this epic event. What’s more, the grand finals of this studio-style competition unfold from October 10 to 12, giving you an exclusive live-studio experience that you won’t want to miss!

The most rewarding aspect of this tournament is that the victors will not only receive ₹1 Crore ($113k) but also secure a direct entry into the Global Championship. Moreover, the top eight teams will advance to the BGMI International Cup, paving the way from national supremacy to international acclaim, which undeniably presents an exciting opportunity for recognition on a global stage.

BGMI International Cup (BMIC)

The first-ever BGMI International Cup will take place in India from October 31 to November 2, marking India’s significant role within the global esports community. In this live tournament, you’ll find the top 8 Indian teams hailing from BMSD joining forces with 8 squads from Korea and Japan.

The BMIC, boasting a prize pool of ₹1 Crore ($113k) and offering two spots at the Global Championships, signifies India’s ambition to establish itself as a significant global esports center. This development stirs my excitement to reengage with the game, as it is the inaugural occasion for international teams to participate in an high-stakes tournament within India.

Get ready to take your first step towards national tournaments with BGMI Campus Tour 2025-2026

As a gamer myself, I’m thrilled to share that come October, KRAFTON India will be rolling out the BGMI Campus Tour 2025-2026! This exciting venture is set to extend its influence beyond just metropolitan areas. My goal here is to shine a spotlight on Tier-2 cities and colleges, where I believe the next generation of competitive gaming pros are waiting to be discovered.

For those with dreams of becoming a professional esports player, this presents an excellent chance, as it provides a route for progressing from leisure gaming all the way up to national competitions. Furthermore, given its successful debut, the tournament is broadening its reach to additional regions, offering you the unique opportunity to participate in college-level tournaments alongside live experiences.

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2025-09-08 15:13