The Battlegrounds Mobile India Series (BGIS) 2026 : The Grind has officially concluded, with all four groups completing their respective 24-match schedules. Among them, Group A drew the most attention, featuring India’s top 16 BGMI teams based on their 2025 performances. With only the top eight teams earning direct qualification to the BGIS 2026 Quarter Finals, the stakes were extremely high. After the final matches wrapped up, iQOO Soul, K9 Esports, True Rippers, and OnePlus

North America’s premier League of Legends competition has officially returned, but the early numbers tell a concerning story. While fans welcomed the comeback of the League Championship Series after a year-long absence, that enthusiasm did not translate into strong viewership. LCS 2026 viewership numbers opened on a subdued note during Week 1 of the LCS Lock-In. The league’s return was announced during Worlds 2025, where community reaction across social media was largely po

After a year-long experiment with the League of the Americas (LTA), Riot Games has officially reinstated the League Championship Series (LCS) and CBLoL for the 2026 competitive season. In North America, the return of the LCS comes with a restructured league, new teams, and the introduction of a brand-new opening tournament — LCS Lock-In 2026. via: x.com/LCSOfficial The tournament will serve as the first major event of the NA season and offer teams a direct path to First Stand

Battlegrounds Mobile India Series (BGIS) 2026 is one of the largest esports tournaments in the world, featuring over 20,000 teams and a massive ₹4 crore ($436,608) prize pool. With the conclusion of Week 1 of BGIS The Grind 2026, the tournament has already delivered high-intensity action as teams from Groups C and D battled it out on LAN. Across 24 matches per group, some of India’s most promising BGMI teams fought for survival and progression. Revenant XSpark emerged as the

Professional League of Legends action returned in Europe with the launch of the 2026 season, bringing major format changes and the introduction of LEC Versus . The opening slate featured one of the most anticipated matchups of the tournament, as Los Ratones made their LEC Versus 2026 debut against FNATIC on January 17, suffering a decisive defeat. After dominating Europe’s second division, Los Ratones earned their place on the LEC stage following the new format overhaul. Led

The 2026 professional League of Legends season is officially underway, and T1 began their year with a statement victory. The reigning world champions defeated Hanwha Life Esports 2–1 in their opening match of the LCK Cup 2026, a tournament that serves as the qualification pathway to First Stand. The series marked the first competitive clash between T1 and a Hanwha Life roster led by former T1 star Lee Min-hyeong. Despite several offseason roster changes across the league, T1

Fancy United Esports have been crowned APAC Predator League 2026 VALORANT champions, defeating BOOM Esports 2–0 in a dominant Grand Final to lift the trophy in New Delhi, India. Credits: X.com/s3rius2k1 The three-day LAN event, held from January 8–10 at Bharat Mandapam, brought together 16 teams from across the Asia-Pacific region, featuring representatives from Southeast Asia, East Asia, and South Asia. As one of the region’s premier off-season tournaments, the APAC Predator

Battlegrounds Mobile India Series (BGIS) 2026 is set to begin on January 17, marking the first major BGMI tournament of the year. India’s top teams will battle it out to crown the BGIS 2026 champion and claim a share of the massive ₹4 crore prize pool, significantly raising the stakes for the competitive season. Like previous editions, BGIS 2026 is divided into in-game qualifiers and the invited stage known as The Grind. In this article, we break down the BGIS 2026 The Grind

Riot Games has officially revealed the host cities for the 2026 VALORANT Champions Tour (VCT) Stage 2 Playoffs, confirming Madrid, Busan, São Paulo, and Chengdu as the LAN destinations where regional seasons will reach their decisive conclusion. The VCT Stage 2 Playoffs 2026 will serve as the final gateway to VALORANT Champions 2026, with the last qualification spots for the world championship on the line. VCT Stage 2 Playoffs 2026 Host Cities Confirmed Riot’s announcement ou

The VCT China Kickoff 2026 officially marks the beginning of China’s VALORANT Champions Tour 2026 season. The tournament brings together the region’s top teams as they battle for early-season momentum, Championship Points, and international qualification. As the opening event of the year, VCT China Kickoff 2026 sets the tone for China’s competitive journey and offers the first real indicator of which teams are ready to contend on the global stage. What Is VCT China Kickoff 2

Fans of professional VALORANT were treated to a season packed with elite competition across the Asia-Pacific region. As teams begin preparations for the 2026 season, it’s time to break down the numbers and highlight the best players of VCT Pacific 2025 based on performance, consistency, and impact. With the region securing an international title following Paper Rex’s historic victory at VCT Masters Toronto, the VALORANT Champions Tour Pacific once again proved it is home to w

Ground Zero Gaming (GZ) has officially been confirmed as a Guest team for the League of Legends Championship Pacific (LCP) 2026, filling the slot left vacant following TALON’s removal from the league. The announcement finalizes one of the most significant structural changes in the LCP ahead of the 2026 season. TALON’s Exit Leaves Vacancy in the LCP TALON’s departure from the LCP followed a prolonged period of organizational and financial instability. In an official statement

Riot Games has officially revealed the LEC 2026 format update, introducing a major structural overhaul to the League of Legends EMEA Championship (LEC). As teams navigate the offseason transfer window, Riot confirmed that the 2026 season will feature a brand-new tournament called LEC Versus, alongside refinements to the Spring and Summer Splits. The changes aim to deepen integration across the EMEA ecosystem, create meaningful opportunities for second-tier teams, and deliver

Riot Games Competitive Operations has issued a 12-month suspension to professional VALORANT player Seungmin “ban” Oh after determining that he engaged in match-fixing discussions involving financial terms related to a VCT Pacific Stage 2 2025 match between Global Esports (GE) and Team Secret (TS). The ruling was officially published by Riot on December 18, confirming that the player violated Article 4.14 of the Riot Games Esports Global Code of Conduct, which strictly prohibi

The Thailand Women’s Arena of Valor national team has officially withdrawn from the 33rd SEA Games Thailand 2025 following a disciplinary ruling issued by esports authorities. The decision stems from a confirmed rules violation involving a member of the Thai squad during the Women’s Arena of Valor competition. The ruling was jointly announced by the Thailand National Olympic Committee and the Thailand Esports Association, underscoring strict enforcement of competitive integri

Rival Esports has officially revealed its Pokémon UNITE roster for the PUACL 2026 SEA League, marking a clear competitive statement ahead of one of Southeast Asia’s most important UNITE circuits. As one of the eight invited partner teams, Rival enters the league with a roster built around proven regional experience and a singular goal: finish first in SEA and contend at the PUACL 2026 Finals in Yokohama. The announcement positions Rival Esports as a serious title challenger f

Patrick “PatMen” Mendoza is set to begin a new chapter in his VALORANT career after officially parting ways with Paper Rex (PRX). The Pacific powerhouse confirmed the decision earlier today, bringing an end to PatMen’s short but highly impactful rookie stint with the organization. According to PRX, the move follows a comprehensive internal review as the team prepares its roster for the upcoming competitive cycle. Now, all signs point toward PatMen joining Global Esports ahead

Riot Games has officially released the season primer for VCT Pacific 2026 , offering a comprehensive look at one of the most competitive regions in VALORANT esports. The upcoming season introduces two new teams, a reworked Pacific Kickoff format, the return of Championship Points, and most notably a direct path for Challengers teams to qualify for Champions through Stage 2. The VCT Pacific 2026 format and schedule signals Riot’s push toward a more competitive, inclusive, and

Momentum Gaming has officially announced Detonation Series: Chapter II, the next installment of its competitive Valorant esports tournament for South Asia. Sponsored by E4EQUIP, this edition brings together rising and established teams from India, Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, Maldives, and Sri Lanka for an intense online showdown featuring high-stakes matches and a broadcasted grand finale. The Detonation Series Chapter II Valorant tournament continues Momentum Gaming’s mission

In one of the most significant offseason moves in the Pacific region, Japanese organization VARREL has officially acquired the full SLT Seongnam roster, marking a major shift in the VALORANT ecosystem. Fresh off their Ascension Pacific 2025 championship, the Korean lineup will now compete under the VARREL (VL) banner heading into the VCT Pacific 2026 season.This acquisition signals a strategic leap for the Japanese organization as it enters tier-one VALORANT competition with