The PMSL CSA Fall 2025 will now happen from Oct 10-15 in Abu Dhabi. It was initially planned to be held offline in Kathmandu, but the organisers shifted the event dates and location due to protests in Nepal.
In a major update for the PUBG Mobile esports calendar, the PUBG Mobile Super League (PMSL) CSA Fall 2025 has been rescheduled and relocated following the recent Gen Z-led unrest in Nepal. Originally planned for Kathmandu, then shifted online for safety, the tournament will now be conducted as a full offline event in Abu Dhabi, UAE, from October 10 to 15, 2025, with all teams competing on-site for optimal fairness and play quality.
Why Was PMSL CSA Fall 2025 Postponed?
Nepal has been witnessing massive demonstrations led largely by Gen Z youth who are protesting against corruption, nepotism, and the government’s now-repealed ban on major social media platforms.
According to Reuters, the protests since September 8 have resulted in at least 51 deaths and hundreds of injuries. Former Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli resigned after demonstrators broke into the Prime Minister’s residence, with the country still grappling with political uncertainty as talks for an interim government continue.
New PMSL CSA Fall 2025 Tournament Details
- Dates: October 10–15, 2025
- Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
- Format: Offline tournament; all teams will compete on-site
The group stage will now be packed into just 3 days, followed immediately by the Finals, streamlining the event in light of the new schedule. The prize pool remains $200,000, and the top three teams still earn direct entry to PMGC 2025.
Organising the tournament in Abu Dhabi ensures stable infrastructure, neutral ground, and a fair competitive environment for diverse teams hailing from Central and South Asia, plus international player security and travel convenience.
Format and Prize Pool
Despite some shifts, the format and prize pool remain unchanged.
- Total Prize Pool: $200,000
- Teams: 20 (6 directly invited, 14 from Central Asia, South Asia, and Pakistan sub-leagues)
- PMGC Slots: Top 3 teams win direct entry into the PUBG Mobile Global Championship (PMGC) 2025, taking place in Thailand later this year.
Tournament Structure
- Group Stage: Starts with Calibration Rounds, where teams are randomly split into groups for 10 matches over 2 days. Each group plays 8 matches.
- Survival Stage: Groups reshuffled based on placements; 30 matches across 5 days with head start points given to better-ranked teams.
- Grand Finals: Top 16 teams advance, with the Smash Rule applied on day 3 to ensure high-stakes closing games.
Participating Teams
Some of the biggest regional names will headline PMSL CSA Fall 2025. Invited teams include:
- Al Qadsiah
- Natus Vincere (NAVI)
- Madbulls
- Virtus.Pro
- GOAT Team
- Konina Power
Other contenders from SA and Central Asia include The MongolZ, Horaa Esports, Halal Axetron, NEPX Esports, AS i8, Inner Circle Esports, and Regicide, among others.
Where to Watch PMSL CSA Fall 2025
Fans won’t miss out on the action, as all matches will be live-streamed online:
- YouTube: PUBG Mobile Esports South Asia
- Facebook: PUBGMESPORTSSOUTHASIA
Official streams will feature full coverage in multiple languages, ensuring accessibility across Central and South Asia.
Well, with the venue now set and tournament integrity secured, the PMSL CSA Fall 2025 promises to deliver all the action, drama, and international rivalry fans expect. The path to the PUBG Mobile Global Championship resumes, with Abu Dhabi ready to host one of the circuit’s most important events of the year.