16 finalists took part in the exhilarating grand finals that spanned across 12th, 13th, and 15th October at SVP Stadium in Mumbai

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he thrilling BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA SERIES 2023 (BGIS) finale, held at the iconic SVP Stadium in Mumbai, concluded on a high note with Team Gladiators emerging as the champions. In the first ever LAN finale of BGIS, the winners took home a grand prize of INR 75 lakhs from a total prize pool of INR 2 crores.

The three-day Esports extravaganza featured intense matches, passionate fans, and Olympic Champion Neeraj Chopra as the esteemed Chief Guest, who took part in the closing ceremony and awarded the winners.

BGIS kicked off in July 2023, where 2048 selected teams participated in several rounds to secure their spot in the finals. On 12th, 13th and 15th October, the 16 final teams went head-to-head for the ultimate chicken dinner over the course of 18 matches.

While Team Gladiators etched their  names in Esports history with their triumphant journey, the tournament also saw top performances from all participating teams. With over 6000 spectators in attendance, the biggest battle royale Esports tournament in India elevated the Esports experience for fans in an unprecedented manner. 

KRAFTON India’s steadfast commitment to fostering Esports talent took centre stage as the event provided a level playing field for both emerging and veteran teams to play side by side and showcase their skills, making it a truly inclusive spectacle