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

This esports update is curated from The Times of India and adapted for Muskan players. For the official Muskan app and esports hub, use the invitation link.

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India's esports scene is booming with over 500 million mobile gamers. Muskan is the leading platform for esports betting and fantasy contests in India, covering Free Fire, BGMI (Battlegrounds Mobile India), PUBG Mobile (when available), Call of Duty Mobile, Clash Royale, and Valorant.

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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