Esports World Cup 2025: Life changing opportunity for Esports athletes

The Esports World Cup 2025 is set to be one of the most significant events in the world of competitive gaming following the success of the 2024 tournament. This annual event continues to grow in prestige and popularity, engaging the best gamers from around the world to compete for massive prize pools and the honour of being the world's best.

Esports World Cup 2024

The 2024 edition of the Esports World Cup was nothing short of spectacular. The event was held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from July 3 to August 25, 2024.

It consisted of a combined prize pool of over $60 million featuring 22 video games. This staggering amount was distributed across various games, making it one of the largest prize pools in esports history.

Saudi Arabia's Esports team, the Falcons, won the Esports World Cup 2024. The world competition, held for the first time in Riyadh, saw Team Falcons scoring 5665 points.

The Falcons had strengthened their lead by winning the Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile Championship in Week 1 and Free Fire in Week 2, earning them 1,000 points for each tournament.

The team was awarded $7,000,000 (1.93 billion PKR) in prize money and the World Cup trophy at the closing ceremony on Sunday, August 25, which was attended by Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, who presented the trophy to the team.

Team Falcons' participation and success in the eight-week-long Esports World Cup event reflected the significant investment made in Saudi Arabia's gaming sector.

The second place in the tournament was secured by the Netherlands' Liquid, which won $4,000,000 (1.1 billion PKR), followed by Team BDS in third place, winning $2,000,000 (55 crore PKR).

The Free Fire team HotShot from Pakistan participated in the event but was eliminated during the league stage. Eight Pakistani players competed in Tekken, with four of them qualifying for the top eight. However, they were unable to win the trophy, as South Korea's Ulsan defeated Pakistan's Atif Butt 5-0 in the Tekken 8 final.

Esports World Cup 2025

The excitement among esports fans is already building, with many now looking forward to the 2025 edition. The tournament is set to take place once again in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from June to August 2025, promising another thrilling summer of competitive gaming.

The prize pool is expected to exceed $60 million this time, continuing the trend of substantial financial incentives for participants - underscoring the growing importance and recognition of esports as a legitimate competitive sport again.

Games and Competitions

The Esports World Cup 2025 will feature a diverse lineup of games catering to a wide range of gaming enthusiasts. Some of the games expected to be included are:

Dota 2
Mobile Legends: Bang Bang
PUBG Mobile
Honour of Kings
Apex Legends
Rainbow Six Siege

This diverse selection will cater to fans of various genres, from first-person shooters to multiplayer online battle arenas (MOBAs), offering something exciting to watch and cheer for.

The upcoming event could feature 24 games, two more than the previous edition, but the final decision has yet to be made.

The Esports World Cup is more than just a tournament; it's a celebration of the global gaming community. It brings together players, teams, and fans from all corners of the world, fostering a sense of unity and shared passion for gaming. The event also highlights the immense talent and dedication required to excel in esports, providing a platform for players to showcase their skills on an international stage and offering them an opportunity to change their lives.

Chances for the Pakistani Esports teams

Teams from Pakistan will also participate in national qualifiers for various games.

The Free Fire Esports World Cup 2024 featured a Pakistan qualifier, where the top teams advanced to the next stages. Similar qualifiers are expected to be held for other games in 2025.

The top teams will compete in regional competitions after the national qualifiers. Success in these events will earn them points and an opportunity to advance to the global stage.

Teams can also accumulate points by performing well in international tournaments throughout the year. This year, for instance, the top six teams from PMSL 2024 qualified for the Esports World Cup 2024.