S8UL is India's first club partner for Esports World Cup

S8UL, a well-known Indian esports organization, has made history by becoming the first Indian team selected as a club partner for the Esports World Cup 2025. This prestigious event will take place in Riyadh and feature 40 top teams from around the world, with a whopping $60 million prize pool. The announcement was made by the Esports World Cup Foundation (EWCF) on January 17, 2025. S8UL's participation marks a significant milestone for Indian esports, showcasing the country's rising status in the global gaming community. S8UL is recognized for its strong presence in games like Battlegrounds Mobile India and Pokémon UNITE, and it is expanding into titles such as VALORANT and Call of Duty: Mobile. In the upcoming tournament, they will compete in PUBG Mobile and VALORANT. Animesh ‘Thug’ Agarwal, S8UL's co-founder and CEO, expressed pride in this achievement, calling it a defining moment for Indian esports globally. He emphasized the hard work and community support behind their success. According to Hans Jagnow, the Director of Club & Player Relations at EWCF, S8UL's inclusion is crucial for the future of esports in India. He highlighted the country's passionate gaming community and noted S8UL's role as a leading esports organization. The participation of an Indian team in such a high-stakes tournament may inspire many young gamers to pursue careers in esports. As interest in gaming grows, opportunities for aspiring professionals in India are likely to increase.