India’s premier esports organization, S8UL, has been officially selected as a club partner by the Esports World Cup Foundation (EWCF) for the Esports World Cup 2025. This historic achievement makes S8UL the first and only Indian team to secure this prestigious honor, marking a new milestone for Indian esports on the global stage.
As one of the top 40 esports organizations worldwide, S8UL now stands alongside some of the biggest names in global gaming. This selection highlights S8UL’s dominance, immense fan following, and growing influence in esports.
Originally a powerhouse in Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI) and Pokémon UNITE, S8UL has expanded into VALORANT and Call of Duty: Mobile (COD:M). The organization has also extended its reach into Latin America, Southeast Asia, and Europe, cementing its status as a global esports entity.
Animesh ‘Thug’ Agarwal, co-founder and CEO of S8UL, expressed his excitement about this milestone:
“Being selected as an EWCF Club Partner for the Esports World Cup 2025 is not just a monumental achievement for S8UL—it’s a defining moment for Indian esports on the global stage. It reflects the years of hard work put in by our team and the unwavering support of our incredible community. This opportunity allows our players, creators, and the entire organization to showcase our content, talent, and passion to a worldwide audience.”
S8UL is home to over 25 of India’s top gaming creators, continuously shaping and evolving India’s gaming culture. The organization has received international recognition, winning back-to-back Esports Awards for Esports Content Group of the Year, along with accolades at the MOBIES Awards.
The Esports World Cup 2025 will be held in Riyadh, bringing together the best esports teams from across the globe. The previous edition featured over 1,500 players from 200 teams, competing for an astonishing ₹500 crore prize pool. The event attracted a massive audience of 500 million viewers, including 10.5 million from India.
With S8UL now in the mix, India’s presence in the global esports arena is stronger than ever.
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