The PUBG Mobile Global Championship (PMGC) 2025 Gauntlet Stage is set to kick off on November 24, bringing together 16 of the world’s best teams for a high-stakes battle in Thailand.
If you’re a fan of PUBG Mobile esports, the Gauntlet Stage of PMGC 2025 is where the action begins. This year’s tournament is bigger than ever, with a prize pool of $3,000,000 and teams from all over the world ready to fight for glory. The Gauntlet Stage is the first step in the journey to the Grand Finals, and it’s packed with intense matches and top-tier competition.
When and Where to Watch PMGC 2025 Gauntlet Stage?
The Gauntlet Stage runs from November 24 to November 26, 2025, at the Imperial World Samrong in Samut Prakan, Thailand. All 16 teams will battle it out over three days, with six matches played each day.
The matches will be streamed live on the official PUBG Mobile Esports YouTube, Facebook, and Twitch channels, so fans can catch every moment of the action.
Teams Participating in PMGC 2025 Gauntlet Stage
The 16 teams in the Gauntlet Stage are the best from their respective regions, including some familiar names and rising stars. Here’s the full list:
- Alpha Gaming (Mongolia)
- Alpha7 Esports (Brazil)
- D'Xavier (Vietnam)
- DRX (South Korea)
- eArena (Thailand)
- GS Esports (Iraq)
- MadBulls (CIS)
- Orangutan (India)
- R8 Esports (MENA)
- Geekay Esports (MENA)
- Regnum Carya (Turkey)
- ULF Esports (Turkey)
- Kara Esports (Turkey)
- ThunderTalk Gaming (China)
- Virtus.pro (CIS)
- Wolves Esports (North America)
Each of these teams earned its spot through regional qualifiers, and they’re all hungry for a shot at the Grand Finals.
How It Works
The Gauntlet Stage is all about survival and strategy. The 16 teams will play 18 matches over three days, with the map rotation changing each day to keep things fresh.
The first match is on Rondo, followed by three matches on Erangel, and then two matches on Miramar. This mix of maps tests teams’ adaptability and forces them to think on their feet.
The top seven teams from the Gauntlet Stage will secure direct qualification to the Grand Finals, while the remaining nine will move on to the Group Stage. It’s a high-pressure format that rewards consistency and smart gameplay.
Well, with a prize pool of $3,000,000, the stakes couldn’t be higher. The Gauntlet Stage is just the beginning, but it’s a crucial one. Teams that perform well here will have a head start on their path to the Grand Finals, while those who struggle will have to fight even harder in the Group Stage.