Franchise Ownership: Nikhil Kamath, Ankit Nagori, and Prashanth Prakash have become franchise owners of the Bengaluru team in a newly launched e-cricket league. Objective of the League: This league aims to combine cricket’s excitement with the growing appeal of esports, leveraging cricket’s massive fan base in India. Prominent Backing: Nikhil Kamath – Co-founder of Zerodha. […]
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Esports: LoL Esports, OPPO Extend Global Partnership
OPPO has been a global partner of League of Legends Esports since 2019. OPPO reaffirmed its partnership with LoL Esports Global Events through a new multi-year agreement. OPPO remains the global presenting partner for the Most Valuable Player (MVP) award at the Worlds and the Mid-Season Invitational tournaments. Over the past five years, OPPO has […]
Esports: India Hosts First International Esports Championship in 2025
India is positioning itself as a significant player in the esports landscape. On October 26, 2024, the Skillhub Online Games Federation (SOGF) partnered with the International Esports Federation (IESF) to announce India’s first international esports championship, the International Esports Masters, set for March 2025. This event aims to attract competitors from over 150 countries. Global […]
Esports: Tamil Nadu CM Trophy 2024 Esports: Games, How to Register, Schedule, and More Details
The Tamil Nadu government has announced that esports will be part of the CM Trophy 2024. Games like Battlegrounds Mobile India, Pokémon Unite, EAFC, NBA 2K25, Street Fighter 6, and others will be included. This is exciting news for esports players in the state, giving them a chance to compete in different games at the […]
Esports: Dubai Program for Gaming 2033
The Dubai Program for Gaming 2033 is a strategic initiative designed to make Dubai a top 10 global gaming hub by 2033. Spearheaded by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum, this program aims to inject $1 billion into Dubai’s GDP and create 30,000 jobs within the gaming industry. It focuses on fostering talent, developing digital […]
Esports: University of Warwick to host TCL World Esports Championship
The University of Warwick is set to host the TCL World University Esports Championship this October 2024. The event will feature top student gamers from across the UK. After an initial registration period, universities will conduct internal competitions, leading up to a national online tournament. The championship will culminate in the grand final on October […]
Esports: Esport-like chess game Anichess launches public alpha
Anichess, a new esport-style chess game, has launched its public alpha, combining traditional chess mechanics with modern gaming and esports elements. The game, developed by Play Magnus Group in collaboration with Animoca Brands, aims to bridge the gap between strategy enthusiasts and the competitive gaming community. Anichess adds unique twists to the classical game of […]
Live streaming, Honor of Kings Championship 2024 begins on October 12: Where to watch – get schedule and format
The Honor of Kings Championship 2024 is set to begin on October 12 and will run through October 27 in Jakarta, Indonesia. This high-profile tournament features 16 elite esports teams from around the globe, all competing for a total prize pool of $1 million. The competition starts with the group stage from October 12 to […]
Esports: Pros & Cons of E-Sports Gaming
Esports, or competitive video gaming, has grown into a worldwide phenomenon, with professional leagues, large audiences, and substantial sponsorship deals. Here’s an overview of the key advantages and disadvantages of esports: Advantages: Career Opportunities:Esports opens doors to a variety of careers beyond just gaming, including coaching, event management, commentary, marketing, and game design. Global Connectivity […]
Esports: Esports get the green light, but RMG faces red flags in Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu has officially endorsed esports by including them in the state’s Chief Minister’s Trophy, set for October 2024. This move underscores the state’s encouragement of esports and free-to-play games, with titles like Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI), FIFA, e-cricket, basketball, and online chess taking part. Meanwhile, the Real Money Gaming (RMG) sector is facing increased […]