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BGMI Grand Finals Day 1: Teams, Schedule, Live

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Sumit Kushwaha
Sumit Kushwaha, is an Assistant Editor specialising in coverage of eSports and gaming. He tracks the latest developments by reporting around global events from the segment...
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The wait is almost over. The Grand Finals of the BGMI Showdown (BMSD) 2025 are all set to kick off on October 10 in Hyderabad, Telangana. A total of 16 top teams will battle it out across 18 thrilling matches, each aiming for glory and international recognition.

Out of these teams, eight qualified from the Semifinals, while the remaining eight advanced through the Survival Stage. Every squad will now be giving its best shot, as the stakes couldn’t be higher.

BGMI Grand Finals Day 1: Teams, Schedule, Live

What’s at Stake?

The top-performing team in the Grand Finals will directly qualify for the PUBG Mobile Global Championship (PMGC) 2025. That’s not all the top eight teams from the event will secure a spot in the BGMI International Cup (BMIC) 2025, where they’ll compete against elite teams from South Korea and Japan. The top two teams from the BMIC will also get a golden ticket to the PMGC 2025.

This makes the BMSD 2025 Grand Finals not just a national competition but a gateway to the global stage.

Teams Qualified for the Grand Finals

Here are the 16 teams that have made it to the big stage:

  • K9 Esports
  • GodLike Esports
  • Orangutan
  • Team Aryan
  • True Rippers
  • Gods Reign
  • Team Soul
  • White Walkers
  • Nebula Esports
  • Vasista Esports
  • Madkings Esports
  • 8Bit
  • Victores Sumus
  • FS Esports
  • Cincinnati Kids
  • MYSTERIOUS

Match Schedule and Map Details

This time, the Rondo map has been added to the Grand Finals rotation, bringing a fresh twist to the battleground. The first match on Day 1 will be played on Rondo, followed by three consecutive matches on Erangel and two final matches on Miramar.

Day 1 Schedule (October 10):

  • Match 1-Rondo – 3:25 PM
  • Match 2-Erangel – 4:05 PM
  • Match 3-Erangel – 4:45 PM
  • Match 4-Erangel – 5:35 PM
  • Match 5-Miramar – 6:15 PM
  • Match 6-Miramar – 6:55 PM

Fans can catch all the action live on the Krafton India Esports YouTube channel, where every round will test the teams’ strategy, reflexes, and chemistry.

Teams to Watch Out For

K9 Esports has been one of the standout teams this season, putting up an excellent show in the Semifinals. Players like NinjaBoi, Slug, Omega, and Beast have been in phenomenal form.

Team GodLike, known for their aggressive gameplay, made a strong comeback after struggling in the early stages. Their experience could play a big role in the Grand Finals.

Meanwhile, True Rippers and Orangutan have maintained consistent form throughout the tournament, proving they can handle pressure in any situation. Team Soul, under the leadership of Nakul, continues to be a crowd favorite after their impressive run so far.

Teams like Team Aryan and Gods Reign have shown huge improvements, while Nebula Esports turned heads with a strong comeback in the Survival Stage. Vasista, Victores Sumus, and FS Esports also made solid progress, earning well-deserved spots in the finals. Team 8Bit, on the other hand, has been one of the most balanced squads this season and will be aiming for a strong start.

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Sumit Kushwaha, is an Assistant Editor specialising in coverage of eSports and gaming. He tracks the latest developments by reporting around global events from the segment covering key individuals, breakthrough technologies and news shaping the future of industry. With a keen interest in gaming, he regularly reviews the latest game launches highlighting the pros and cons helping users with key inputs.