The PUBG Mobile World Cup (PMWC) 2025 Grand Finals are set to deliver thrilling action, featuring the top 16 teams battling it out for the championship and a huge prize pool.
The PMWC 2025 has been one of the most eagerly awaited esports events of the year. After intense competition during the Group Stage and Survival Stage, all 16 finalists have been confirmed.
The Grand Finals will take place from August 1 to August 3, 2025, at the Qiddiya Esports Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Fans can expect 18 exciting matches spread over three days, with the innovative “Smash Rule” in effect on the final day to keep the suspense alive.
Qualified Teams for PMWC 2025 Grand Finals
The 16 teams have earned their places through two paths. The top eight teams from the Group Stage secured direct entry to the PMWC 2025 Grand Finals, while the other eight teams fought through the Survival Stage for their spots.
Direct qualifiers from the Group Stage:
- Alter Ego Ares (Indonesia)
- 4Thrives Esports (Pakistan)
- DRX (South Korea)
- Weibo Gaming (China)
- Alpha Gaming (Mongolia)
- Team Secret (Vietnam)
- ThunderTalk Gaming (China)
- IDA Esports (Turkey)
Survival Stage qualifiers:
- Regnum Carya (Turkey)
- Nongshim RedForce (South Korea)
- Yangon Galacticos (Myanmar)
- Horaa Esports (Nepal)
- POWR Esports (Saudi Arabia)
- eArena (Thailand)
- Fire Flux Esports (Turkey)
- Team Falcons (Europe)
These teams represent some of the best PUBG Mobile squads worldwide. Indonesia’s Alter Ego Ares has impressed with aggressive play, topping the Group Stage leaderboard. Pakistan’s 4Thrives Esports and South Korea’s DRX also secured strong positions.
Several teams made remarkable comebacks in the Survival Stage, with Nepal’s Horaa Esports finishing first in that phase, earning their ticket to the finals. Other notable mentions include Regnum Carya, the Turkish champions of PMGO 2025, and the consistent performances of Fire Flux Esports and POWR Esports.
PMWC 2025 Grand Finals Format and Schedule
The Grand Finals will feature 18 matches across three days, with six matches per day. The unique "Smash Rule" will come into play on Day 3. Here's how it works:
- A team must reach or surpass the "Match Point Target," which is the leading team’s total points plus 10.
- After hitting this target, the team must win any remaining matches on the last day to claim the championship.
- Simply reaching the target and winning the same match does not guarantee the title.
- If no team achieves this, the team with the highest overall points after all matches will be crowned champion.
This rule ensures a thrilling and unpredictable finale, making the final day particularly exciting for fans and players alike.
Watch the Action Live
Esports enthusiasts worldwide can watch the PMWC 2025 Grand Finals live on PUBG Mobile Esports' official YouTube, Facebook, and Twitch channels.
Fans in India and South Asia can also catch the action on the Sony LIV app, offering live streams with commentary and expert analysis.
Overall, the PMWC 2025 Grand Finals will showcase the very best PUBG Mobile gameplay, strategy, and team coordination. With a prize pool of $3 million and a winner’s share of $500,000, every match will be fiercely contested.