The BGMI Showdown 2025 is set to offer an unprecedented ₹1 crore prize pool and a direct slot for the winner at the PUBG Mobile Global Championship (PMGC) 2025.
The BGMI Showdown 2025 marks a giant leap forward for mobile esports in India. Scheduled to run from September 18 to October 12, 2025, the tournament will be a LAN (in-person) event in Hyderabad, though the exact venue is yet to be officially announced.
This will be the largest BGMI offline event ever held in India, featuring 48 invited teams, including household names like Team Soul, GodLike Esports, Orangutan, 8Bit, and other top squads from previous BGMI Invitational Series (BGIS) and Pro Series (BMPS) events.
BGMI Showdown 2025: Event Structure
- Dates: September 18 – October 12, 2025
- Location: Hyderabad, India (venue TBA)
- Format: LAN, with daily matches
- Total Teams: 48 (invited from BGIS, BMPS, and top esports orgs)
- Prize Pool: ₹1 crore
- Grand Prize: Direct slot at PMGC 2025 for the winner
What Makes the BGMI Showdown 2025 Special?
Unlike most Indian tournaments, BGMI Showdown 2025 will feature matches nearly every day throughout its nearly month-long run.
You can expect packed schedules, intense firefights, and plenty of drama as the country’s best battle for cash, glory, and their shot at the world championship.
₹1 Crore Prize Pool
The event boasts a massive ₹1 crore prize pool, a dramatic increase from the ₹15 lakhs offered in the 2022 edition. This places the Showdown as the most lucrative BGMI LAN tournament in Indian history, eclipsing even other major events in the country.
A Ticket to the World Stage
The biggest draw for participating teams is the direct qualification to PMGC 2025. The winner of BGMI Showdown 2025 will secure a slot at the PUBG Mobile Global Championship in Thailand, giving Indian teams a long-awaited chance to compete against the best players from around the world.
Overall, as the BGMI Masters Series 2025 is set to finish on September 14, the official announcement and full details of BGMI Showdown 2025 are expected soon after. All eyes are on Krafton, who is expected to confirm the final venue, broadcast details, and complete list of invited teams.
The Showdown also marks a shift in Krafton’s event calendar after reports of the BGMI Franchise League being put on hold due to a lack of interest. Instead, Krafton is now focusing on standalone, high-stakes tournaments that keep fans and players energised, while also providing real global opportunities for Indian pros.