The PUBG MOBILE World Cup (PMWC) 2025 is set to be one of the biggest events in the esports calendar. This thrilling tournament will take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from July 25 to August 3, 2025. After the success of its inaugural edition last year, the PMWC returns as a highlight of the Esports World Cup.
A total of 24 top teams from around the globe will compete for a share of the massive prize pool of $3 million, which is over ₹25.5 crore. The tournament promises to be an exciting showcase of talent and strategy in mobile esports.
The competition starts with a Group Draw, which will divide the teams into three groups: Red, Yellow, and Green. Each group consists of eight teams, ready to battle for a chance to reach the Grand Finals.
### Group Breakdown
**Group Red:**
– Team Falcons
– Fire Flux Esports
– IDA Esports
– Horaa Esports
– Regnum Carya Esports
– Alpha Gaming
– eArena
– 4Thrives Esports
**Group Yellow:**
– Alter Ego Ares
– POWR Esports
– Team Secret
– Gamax Esports
– Alpha7 Esports
– Team Vision
– INTENSE GAME
– Nongshim RedForce
**Group Green:**
– INFLUENCE RAGE
– KINOTROPE Gaming
– Weibo Gaming
– DRX
– TT Global
– Aryan & TMG Gaming
– Yangon Galacticos
– R8 Esports
### Tournament Format
This year, the tournament has introduced a new format called the SMASH ruleset. To win, a team must first achieve a match point, which is determined by the top team’s score after Day 2 plus 10 points. Following this, they need to secure a match victory to claim the championship. If no team reaches these criteria after 18 matches, the title will go to the team with the highest overall points.
The Group Stage will run from July 25 to 27. Each group will play a total of 12 matches. After this stage, the top eight teams will advance directly to the Grand Finals, while the remaining 16 teams will compete in a Survival Stage on July 29 and 30 for another chance to qualify.
### Key Dates
– **Group Stage:** July 25-27
– **Survival Stage:** July 29-30
– **Grand Finals:** August 1-3
Fans can follow the live matches and highlights through official PUBG MOBILE Esports channels on various social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, X, TikTok, and YouTube.
This year’s tournament looks promising with many strong teams participating. Notable teams include Team Falcons and Fire Flux Esports from Group Red, and Alter Ego Ares and POWR Esports from Group Yellow. From Group Green, teams like INFLUENCE RAGE and Weibo Gaming are also expected to perform well.
The PMWC 2025 will not only showcase intense competition but also highlight the growth of mobile esports globally. Teams have qualified through various regional leagues, including the PUBG MOBILE Super League and the PUBG MOBILE Challengers League. Some teams have also received direct invitations based on their previous performances.
As esports continues to grow in popularity, events like the PUBG MOBILE World Cup play a crucial role in bringing players and fans together. With a thrilling tournament format and a huge prize pool, the PMWC 2025 is set to capture the attention of esports enthusiasts around the world. Mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable gaming experience!