Indian esports teams Orangutan and GodLike Esports qualified for the PUBG Mobile World Cup Grand Finals on Monday [3].
This achievement marks a significant milestone for the Indian gaming community, establishing the region as a competitive force in a global tournament. The qualification of two teams simultaneously underscores the growing infrastructure and talent pool within India's mobile gaming sector.
The teams secured their positions in the finals held in Paris, France [4]. Both organizations finished among the top five in their respective groups during the qualification phase [1].
Orangutan competed in Group A, finishing in second place with 91 points [1]. The team ended the group stage 16 points behind the group leaders, 4Thrives [1].
GodLike Esports competed in Group B, where they secured third place [1]. The team accumulated 105 points and recorded 73 finishes throughout the stage [1].
The qualification comes as part of the broader Esports World Cup 2026, an event that brings together top-tier competitors from across the globe. By reaching the Grand Finals, both Orangutan and GodLike Esports will now compete against the world's elite PUBG Mobile teams on the international stage in Paris [4].
Industry observers said that the performance of these two teams represents a historical moment for Indian esports [5]. The ability to navigate the group stages and secure top-three finishes demonstrates a high level of tactical consistency and mechanical skill.
“Two Indian teams reach the PUBG Mobile World Cup Grand Finals in Paris.”
The qualification of both Orangutan and GodLike Esports signals a shift in the global PUBG Mobile hierarchy, moving India from a regional participant to a primary contender. By securing high seeds in two different groups, Indian teams have demonstrated that their success is not limited to a single roster but is a systemic improvement in the country's competitive gaming standards.
