How city’s gaming clubs are putting India on Esports World Cup map - The Times of India

Source: The Times of India | Published: Sat, 20 Jun 2026 17:20:00 GMT | Topic: Esports

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Top Esports Titles in India 2026

  • BGMI (Battlegrounds Mobile India) — Krafton
  • Free Fire MAX — Garena
  • Call of Duty Mobile — Activision
  • Clash Royale — Supercell
  • Valorant — Riot Games
  • Counter-Strike 2 — Valve

Major India Esports Tournaments 2026

  • BGMI India Series (BGIS) 2026 — ₹1 Crore prize pool
  • Free Fire India Championship 2026
  • Valorant Challengers South Asia
  • Call of Duty Mobile India Cup
  • PUBG Mobile India Tour (PMIT)

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