The countdown has begun for the BGMI International Cup (BMIC) 2025, one of Asia’s biggest esports tournaments. Sixteen elite teams from India, South Korea, and Japan will clash for glory at the Yashobhoomi Convention Center in Delhi from October 31 to November 2, 2025. The event also offers two golden tickets to the prestigious PUBG Mobile Global Championship (PMGC) 2025.
Teams and Qualification
The top eight teams from the BGMI Showdown (BMSD) 2025 have already booked their spots in the BMIC. Joining them are four teams from the PUBG Mobile Pro Series 2025 Season 2 and another four from the PUBG Mobile Japan League Season 5 Phase 2. Together, they make up the strongest lineup of Asian talent seen this year.
Where and When to Watch BMIC 2025
All 18 matches of the BMIC 2025 will be streamed live on Krafton India Esports’ official YouTube channel starting at 1 PM IST. Each day will feature six intense battles, and fans can also attend the live event in Delhi.
The tournament format will see the first match of the day on the Rondo map, followed by three games on Erangel, and the final two on Miramar three of the most popular battlegrounds in competitive BGMI.
Teams Competing in BMIC 2025
South Korea: Dplus, NongShim RedForce, Jecheon Phalanx, DRX
Japan: Reject, REIGNITE, Making The Road, CAG Osaka
India: Orangutan, K9 Esports, Team Soul, True Rippers, Nebula Esports, Gods Reign, Mysterious 4, Madkings
Each team represents the best of its region, making this event one of the most competitive BGMI tournaments to date.
Prize Pool Breakdown
The total prize pool stands at ₹1 crore ($113,000), with rewards for all 16 teams:
- 1st Place: ₹30 lakh
- 2nd Place: ₹15 lakh
- 3rd Place: ₹10 lakh
- 4th Place: ₹7.5 lakh
- 5th Place: ₹6.25 lakh
- 6th Place: ₹4.5 lakh
- 7th & 8th Place: ₹3.75 lakh each
- 9th & 10th Place: ₹2.5 lakh each
- 11th & 12th Place: ₹2 lakh each
- 13th & 14th Place: ₹1.5 lakh each
- 15th & 16th Place: ₹1.25 lakh each
Special Awards
- Best IGL: ₹125,000
- Best Clutch: ₹100,000
- MVP: ₹2,50,000
Teams to Watch
India’s Orangutan, South Korea’s Dplus, and Japan’s Reject have already qualified for PMGC 2025 after their strong performances in regional events. All three are expected to dominate the International Cup. Meanwhile, the remaining 13 teams will be giving their all to earn a PMGC slot and make their country proud.
