S8UL To Represent India As The First Indian Esports Team in EWCF 2025
S8UL makes history as the first Indian team to join the Esports World Cup Foundation (EWCF) Club Partner Program 2025. Discover how S8UL is shaping Indian esports on the global stage.
In a groundbreaking achievement, S8UL has been officially selected as a Club Partner for the Esports World Cup Foundation (EWCF) 2025, making history as the first and only Indian team to earn this prestigious honor. Among just 40 elite esports organizations worldwide, S8UL now stands alongside global giants, cementing its status as India’s top esports powerhouse.
A Global Esports Titan from India
Known for its dominance in Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI) and Pokémon UNITE, S8UL has recently expanded into VALORANT and Call of Duty: Mobile (COD:M), while also extending its presence into Latin America, Southeast Asia, and Europe. This inclusion in the EWCF Club Partner Program is a game-changing moment, firmly positioning S8UL as a major player in the international esports ecosystem.
Blending competitive success with mainstream entertainment, S8UL is home to over 25 of India’s top gaming creators and has played a crucial role in shaping India’s gaming culture. Its influence has been recognized on a global scale, winning back-to-back Esports Awards for Esports Content Group of the Year and earning accolades at the MOBIES Awards for its impact on mobile gaming.
A Defining Moment for Indian Esports
Animesh ‘Thug’ Agarwal, Co-Founder and CEO of S8UL, expressed pride in this milestone:
“Being selected as an EWCF Club Partner for the Esports World Cup 2025 is not just a monumental achievement for S8UL—it’s a defining moment for Indian esports on the global stage. This is the result of years of hard work from our players, creators, and the incredible community that has supported us. Being part of this elite group of the world’s 40 leading esports organizations comes with responsibility, and we’re here to showcase India’s exceptional gaming talent, elevate our fans' experience, and push the boundaries of what’s possible for Indian esports.”
Hans Jagnow, Director of Club & Player Relations at EWCF, highlighted S8UL’s impact:
“Over the last years, S8UL has built a globally recognised powerhouse —not just in esports, but in gaming culture across the region—and we’re excited to see them bring their energy and talent as one of the leading esports content groups to the Road to EWC25 and tell exciting stories around and beyond the 2025 Esports World Cup to the Indian esports community. "
The Esports World Cup 2025: A New Era for Indian Esports
Set to take place in Riyadh, the Esports World Cup 2025 is shaping up to be the biggest esports event in history. With a record-breaking prize pool and the world’s best teams, the tournament will be a spectacle for esports fans globally. Last year’s edition saw:
- 1,500+ players from 200 teams
- A $60 million (INR 500 crore) prize pool
- 500 million global viewers, including 10.5 million from India
For S8UL, this is more than just another tournament—it’s a defining moment. As India’s flag-bearer on the global stage, S8UL carries the ambition of creating something monumental for the country’s esports scene. Indian gaming is no longer on the sidelines—it’s here, ready to compete, and S8UL is leading the charge.
