2 min learnUp to date: Aug 10, 2026 05:59 PM IST
Orangutan and GodLike Esports made historical past by changing into the primary Indian groups to qualify for the PUBG Cell World Cup (PMWC) Grand Finals on the Esports World Cup 2026 in presently underway in Paris. The PMWC group stage noticed Orangutan and GodLike Esports each securing their locations within the finals after ending among the many high 5 of their respective teams, in line with a launch.
The 32-team subject was divided into two teams of 16, with every staff enjoying 12 matches. Orangutan completed second in Group A with 91 factors, simply 16 behind group leaders 4Thrives, whereas GodLike Esports completed third in Group B with 105 factors and 73 finishes, the second-highest tally of their group.
The finals will now happen from August 14 to 16, with the 2 Indian groups now set to compete for the title and a share of the USD 3 million prize pool. Elsewhere, Kuaishou Gaming claimed the Honor of Kings World Cup.
“I’ve a lot inside me I need to say, as a result of again within the time after we have been in China, within the KPL, we have been going through so many obstacles and ups and downs. We kinda misplaced our confidence and religion in us, and I consider this title might be one motivation for us to battle more durable. I consider we’ve bought one of the best staff, greatest gamers, greatest coaches. Thanks a lot for having us right here in Paris,” stated JuHao, following Kuaishou Gaming’s win.
AG.AL’s M. Zubair accomplished a exceptional TEKKEN 8 run from the Final Likelihood Qualifier (LCQ) to turn out to be the primary recipient of the Jafonso Award at EWC 2026, whereas OpTic Gaming secured back-to-back EWC titles in Name of Obligation: Black Ops 7.
“I labored actually onerous, and I had full religion that I can win this. And with my dedication, and my apply, I believe I used to be in a position to obtain this.” Zubair stated.