Ved “Beelzeboy” Bamb has made history, securing India’s first-ever esports world championship.
In a stunning victory at the Pokémon GO World Championship 2025 in Anaheim, California, Ved “Beelzeboy” Bamb from Nagpur, India, defeated Spain’s Leo “P4T0M4N” Marín in a nail-biting 3–2 series to claim the $20,000 top prize and the world champion title.
This win marks India’s first major esports world championship and cements Beelzeboy as a pioneer for Indian competitive gaming on the global stage.
Beelzeboy's Road to the Finals
Beelzeboy’s journey at the World Championship was anything but easy. After cruising through the group stage and playoffs, he found himself in the Lower Bracket final, where he faced P4T0M4N for the first time. The best-of-five set went down to the wire, with Beelzeboy winning 3–2 to force a bracket reset.
In the Grand Finals rematch, both players battled fiercely, but Beelzeboy’s composure, strategic depth, and perfect timing with core Pokémon like Lapras, Galarian Moltres, Shadow Steelix, and Shadow Annihilape proved decisive. Another 3–2 victory sealed the deal, crowning Beelzeboy as the 2025 Pokémon GO World Champion.
A Historic Moment for Indian Esports
This victory is not just a personal milestone for Beelzeboy; it’s a national breakthrough. Until now, India had never won a global esports title at this level.
Beelzeboy’s win instantly elevates the country’s standing in international competitive gaming, especially in mobile esports, a sector where India boasts a massive player base but, until now, lacked a world champion.
What’s Next for Beelzeboy and Pokémon GO Esports?
With the 2025 World Championship trophy in his hands, Beelzeboy is now a global ambassador for Indian gaming. His success will likely inspire a new generation of players to take competitive mobile gaming seriously—whether in Pokémon GO, BGMI, Free Fire, or other titles.
The Pokémon GO World Championship itself announced several updates for fans, including the return of Mega Charizard X, Mega Gardevoir X, and Mega Lucario to the Pokémon TCG, and the introduction of four-player ranked battles in Pokémon GO, hinting at an even more vibrant competitive scene ahead.