The PUBG Mobile World Cup (PMWC) 2025 is finally entering its most exciting stage the Grand Finals. After weeks of high-pressure matches and tough eliminations, the top 16 teams from around the globe are ready to fight for the ultimate PUBG Mobile crown and a share of the massive $3,000,000 prize pool.
The finals will be played from August 1–3, 2025, at the Qiddiya Esports Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. With the Smash Rule format in play, unpredictable strategies, and a life-changing $500,000 reward for the winners, this year’s tournament is set to be one of the most thrilling PUBG Mobile events ever.
What Makes PMWC 2025 Special?
PMWC 2025 isn’t just another PUBG tournament. It’s one of the biggest stages in mobile esports, with top teams from all regions competing for both glory and cash.
This year, the competition introduced the Smash Rule format, which keeps the games highly competitive and unpredictable. Teams can’t rely only on one big win consistent performance across matches is key to lifting the trophy.
Also, the $3 million prize pool makes this tournament one of the most lucrative in PUBG Mobile history.
Prize Pool Breakdown
The total prize pool is $3,000,000, with the following distribution:
- Winners: $500,000
- Runner-up & other placements: Divided based on rankings in each stage
- Stage earnings: Teams already secured part of the prize pool from Group and Survival Stages
This means every game counts, and even teams that don’t win the finals will walk away with significant rewards.
How Did the Teams Qualify?
The journey to the Grand Finals was long and intense.
- Group Stage (July 25–27):
24 teams competed for a place in the top 8.
The top 8 teams directly qualified for the Grand Finals.
- Survival Stage (July 29–30):
The remaining 16 teams fought for survival.
Only 8 teams advanced to the finals, while the rest were eliminated.
This two-step process has ensured that only the best-performing squads made it through.
The 16 Finalists of PMWC 2025
Here’s the full list of finalists who will fight for the championship:
- 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)
- Horaa (Nepal)
- Fire Flux (Turkey)
- POWR (Saudi Arabia)
- Regnum Carya (Turkey)
- EArena (Thailand)
- NS RedForce (South Korea)
- Falcons (Europe)
- Yangon Galacticos (Myanmar)
Standout Teams to Watch
Some teams stood out with exceptional performances in earlier stages:
- Alter Ego Ares (Indonesia):
- Dominated the Group Stage with 121 points.
- Aggressive playstyle and star player Rosemary make them strong favorites.
- 4Thrives Esports (Pakistan):
- Surprised everyone with consistent strategies, finishing second in the Group Stage.
- Horaa Esports (Nepal):
- Came back strong in the Survival Stage, finishing first and proving they can handle high-pressure games.
- Fire Flux & POWR:
- Both teams put on a show in the Survival Stage, finishing in the top 3.
Big Upset: Alpha7 Esports Out
One of the biggest surprises this year was the elimination of Alpha7 Esports last year’s champions.
They had a decent start with a few map wins in the Group Stage, but failed to maintain momentum. Eventually, they finished 13th in the Survival Stage, missing their chance to defend the crown.
Turkish Dominance & Regional Highlights
This year’s tournament has shown Turkey’s rise in PUBG Mobile esports.
- Three Turkish teams (Fire Flux, Regnum Carya, and IDA Esports) made it to the finals, making Turkey a region to watch.
- Team Falcons, with its mixed roster, will also represent Europe and bring local support as fans cheer for them in Riyadh.
Meanwhile, Southeast Asia and Central/South Asia are showing strong performances, with teams like Alter Ego Ares, Team Secret, and 4Thrives Esports proving that these regions are no pushovers.
How the Smash Rule Works
The Smash Rule adds an exciting twist to the finals:
- Days 1 & 2: Teams play 6 matches each day to collect points.
- After Day 2: The match point threshold is set by adding 10 points to the score of the first-place team.
- Day 3: The team that reaches this threshold and then secures a Chicken Dinner becomes the champion.
This means the final day can get intense, with teams trying to balance between reaching the points threshold and winning matches.
Predictions: Who Could Win?
Based on current performances:
- Alter Ego Ares are the top favorites thanks to their consistency and aggressive play.
- 4Thrives Esports could be the underdogs to watch.
- Horaa Esports have shown resilience and could surprise everyone.
- Fire Flux and POWR are dark horses with the potential to upset big names.
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