Pavan Kampelli aka MrTomboy has won Bronze Medal in eFootball at Asian Esports Games 2024, making history as this is the first time India won at this event.
There’s a guy from India named Pavan Kampelli, but people call him “MrTomboy.” He just made history by winning a bronze medal in eFootball at the 2024 Asian Esports Games (AEG) in Bangkok, Thailand. This is a big deal because it’s the first time India has ever won a medal in this gaming event.
Pavan Kampelli's Journey to Bronze
Pavan didn’t have it easy. He had to play against some of the best eFootball players in Asia. His first match was against TXRO from Thailand, who later became the champion, and Pavan didn’t win that one. But he didn’t give up. He came back strong and won against players from Indonesia, Syria, and Laos, all with a score of 2-1.
One of his biggest wins was against Asgard Azizi, the 2022 eFootball World Finals champion from Indonesia. Beating him was a huge moment.
After his amazing wins, Pavan reached the Lower Bracket Final, which is like a second chance to get to the Grand Finals. He faced TXRO again and gave it his all but lost by a tiny margin. Even though he didn’t make it to the finals, his performance was incredible, and he secured the bronze medal.
Why This Win Is So Special
Winning this bronze medal isn’t just about Pavan; it’s about putting India on the esports map. He said, “Winning this bronze feels surreal. It’s such an honor to represent India and bring home our first-ever medal in eFootball.”
Pavan’s win is also inspiring because he comes from Sultanabad, a place where esports isn’t very popular yet. Hopefully, his success will encourage more people there to take gaming seriously.
Besides the bronze medal, Pavan also got a cash prize of $500. Not bad, right? Plus, his win shows how much hard work and dedication it takes to succeed in esports.
Final Standings in eFootball at Asian Esports Games 2024
Here’s how it ended:
- Gold: TXRO (Thailand)
- Silver: ParkJi (South Korea)
- Bronze: Pavan “Mr. Tomboy” Kampelli (India)
Pavan is already looking ahead. He’s got more tournaments lined up, like the WAVES Esports Championship Grand Finale in February 2025, where he’ll try to keep this winning streak going.
Full Brackets with Scores pic.twitter.com/dkAFg8rJtd
— Esports Federation of India (@esfindia) December 1, 2024
Well, Pavan’s win is a reminder that gaming is more than just fun—it’s a serious sport. And with players like him leading the way, India’s future in esports looks brighter than ever. So, if you ever think about giving up when things get tough, remember Pavan’s story. Keep going, and you might just make history too.