# Indian Esports Recent News: India’s Gaming Scene Levels Up in 2026

## 1. BGMI Esports Crosses 930 Million Views KRAFTON India recently revealed that BGMI esports generated over **930 million views**, showing how massive mobile esports has become in India. The report also highlighted strong growth in audience numbers and engagement, proving BGMI remains the backbone of Indian competitive gaming. ([englishpunjabkesari][1]) ## 2. S8UL Creates History at Esports World Cup 2026 Indian esports organization **S8UL** announced participation across **13 different game titles** at the Esports World Cup 2026 in Riyadh. This is the highest number of entries ever by an Indian organization at a global esports event, showing India's growing international presence. ([The Times of India][2]) ## 3. BMPS 2026 Gets Bigger Than Ever The **Battlegrounds Mobile India Pro Series (BMPS) 2026** is now more important than ever because it offers a route to the Esports World Cup. For the first time, India reportedly has two qualification slots, making the competition even more intense. ([TalkEsport][3]) ## 4. ESFI Starts Selection for Asian Games 2026 The **Esports Federation of India (ESFI)** has started registrations for the National Esports Championships, which will help choose India's esports squad for the **2026 Asian Games** in Japan. India may compete in up to 10 esports titles. ([Business Standard][4]) ## 5. Jonathan Launches Team Apex Gaming Popular BGMI star **Jonathan Amaral** has launched his own esports team called **Team Apex Gaming** after leaving GodLike Esports. This move has created huge buzz in the Indian BGMI community. ([Outlook Respawn][5]) ## Why This Matters India is no longer just a growing market—it is becoming a global esports powerhouse. With millions of players, cheap mobile internet, huge audiences, and talented gamers, 2026 could be the biggest year yet for Indian esports. ## Final Thoughts Whether it’s BGMI tournaments, international championships, or Asian Games selection, Indian esports is entering a golden era. Fans can expect bigger prize pools, stronger teams, and more global victories in the coming months. [1]: https://english.punjabkesari.com/business/krafton-india-esports-records-930-million-views-establishing-bgmi-esports-as-indias-definitive-mobile-esports-platform/amp/?utm_source=chatgpt.com "KRAFTON India Esports Records 930+ Million Views, Establishing BGMI Esports as India’s Definitive Mobile Esports Platform" [2]: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/jaipur/s8ul-announces-participation-across-13-titles-at-esports-world-cup-2026/articleshow/130266441.cms?utm_source=chatgpt.com "S8UL announces participation across 13 titles at Esports World Cup 2026" [3]: https://www.talkesport.com/news/bmps-2026-india-second-ewc-slot-global-points-system-explained/?utm_source=chatgpt.com "BMPS 2026: Who Gets India’s Second EWC Slot? Global Points System Explained" [4]: https://www.business-standard.com/sports/other-sports-news/esfi-begins-hunt-for-india-s-esports-squad-ahead-of-2026-asian-games-126022100758_1.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com "ESFI begins hunt for India's Esports Squad ahead of 2026 Asian Games" [5]: https://respawn.outlookindia.com/gaming/gaming-originals/jonathan-launches-apex-gaming-bgmi-new-team-details?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Jonathan Launches Team Apex Gaming After Exiting GodLike | Outlook Respawn"