The Skyesports CEGC CS2 LAN event in Chennai features a $50,000 prize pool, regional qualifiers, and a global showdown from November 7–9, 2025.
The Chennai Esports Global Championship (CEGC) 2025 – Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) is set to become one of India’s most significant international esports events. The tournament is organised by Skyesports in collaboration with the Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT).
This event will take place from November 7 to 9, 2025, at the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium in Chennai, featuring six top teams from around the world competing for a $50,000 prize pool.
Skyesports CEGC CS2 Regional Qualifiers and Format
The road to Chennai begins with three regional online qualifiers, each sending two teams to the LAN finals.
Qualifier Schedule
- Southeast Asia: October 17–19, 2025
- Europe: October 21–23, 2025
- India: October 24–26, 2025
Qualifier Format
- Single-elimination bracket
- Best-of-1 (BO1) matches until the Round of 8
- Quarterfinals onward: Best-of-3 (BO3)
- Top 2 teams from each region advance to the main event
Teams must have at least three players from their respective qualifier region to be eligible.
Skyesports CEGC CS2 LAN Finals in Chennai
The six qualified teams will compete in an offline LAN setting, bringing high-stakes CS2 action to Indian soil.
Group Stage
- Two groups of three teams each
- Round-robin format (BO3)
- Group winners advance to the Grand Final
Seeding
- European teams are top-seeded in each group
- Indian teams placed second
- Southeast Asian teams as third seeds
This structure ensures balanced competition while recognising regional strength.
Skyesports CEGC CS2 Prize Pool Distribution
The total prize pool is $50,000 USD, distributed as follows:
| Placement | Prize (USD) |
|---|---|
| 1st | $25,000 |
| 2nd | $15,000 |
| 3rd–4th | $5,000 |
| 5th–6th | $2,500 |
While modest compared to Valve Majors, this prize pool is significant for a regional international event and offers crucial ranking points.
Valve Regional Standings Contribution
Importantly, the CEGC 2025 CS2 event will contribute to Valve’s official Counter-Strike 2 regional ranking system. This adds competitive weight to the tournament, giving teams a chance to improve their standing for future Major qualifications.
Well, with global participation, government support, and official Valve recognition, the Skyesports CEGC CS2 event is more than just a tournament; it’s a statement of intent.
Moreover, this CS2 tournament is just the beginning; a BGMI event will follow from November 14–16, with a ₹50 lakh prize pool, further cementing Chennai as a premier esports destination.