PMGC 2025 Gauntlet Day 1: ThunderTalk Gaming Dominates with 77 Points

The PUBG Mobile Global Championship (PMGC) 2025 Gauntlet Stage kicked off with explosive action in Thailand, as China’s ThunderTalk Gaming claimed top position after Day 1 with a commanding 77-point performance. With 16 elite teams battling for just seven spots in the Grand Finals, the stakes couldn’t be higher—and Day 1 delivered drama, upsets, and world-class gameplay that sets the tone for this $3 million tournament.

PMGC 2025 Gauntlet Day 1 Final Standings

Bottom Six Teams:
DRX, EArena, and Regnum Carya tied with 19 points each, while ULF Esports (15), Geekay Esports (14), and Alpha Gaming (12) face elimination pressure heading into Day 2.

ThunderTalk Gaming’s Dominant Performance

The Chinese powerhouse ThunderTalk Gaming set the pace with two Chicken Dinners across six matches. Their most impressive victory came in Match 4 on Erangel, where they secured a massive 28-point Chicken Dinner—the highest single-match score of Day 1. Their aggressive yet strategic playstyle overwhelmed opponents, combining superior positioning with clinical finishes.

Their second victory in Match 6 on Miramar added another 20 points, cementing their Day 1 dominance. This performance positions ThunderTalk as early favorites for Grand Finals qualification.

MadBulls and R8 Esports Chase Close Behind

MadBulls finished Day 1 in second place with 66 points, showcasing consistency across multiple maps. Their standout performance came in Match 5 on Miramar with a 22-point Chicken Dinner, including crucial eliminations that kept pressure on ThunderTalk’s lead.

R8 Esports claimed third position with 57 points and demonstrated versatility by winning Match 2 on Erangel with a 20-point victory. Their ability to adapt to different maps and circle rotations makes them serious contenders for Finals spots.

India’s Orangutan Shows Promise with 43 Points

Representing India, Orangutan finished Day 1 in fourth place with 43 points despite not securing a Chicken Dinner. Their aggressive fragging style netted 23 eliminations across six matches, demonstrating their killing power even when final circles didn’t favor them.

This performance keeps India’s hopes alive for Finals qualification. With proper circle luck and continued consistency, Orangutan could climb higher in the remaining Gauntlet matches. For more on India’s PUBG Mobile esports journey, check out our BGMI International Cup 2025 coverage.

Match-by-Match Breakdown

Match 1 (Rondo): Virtus.pro claimed a 21-point Chicken Dinner, with ThunderTalk and R8 collecting strong supporting points.

Match 2 (Erangel): R8 Esports dominated with a 20-point victory, while Regnum and Geekay secured double-digit points.

Match 3 (Erangel): Alpha7 exploded for a tournament-high 27-point Chicken Dinner led by star player Obscure’s eight eliminations.

Match 4 (Erangel): ThunderTalk’s 28-point performance showcased their superiority, while MadBulls’ 20 points kept them competitive.

Match 5 (Miramar): MadBulls struck with a 22-point victory, with Orangutan’s 14 points demonstrating consistency.

Match 6 (Miramar): ThunderTalk’s second Chicken Dinner (20 points) closed Day 1, while Wolves grabbed 17 crucial points.

What’s at Stake in PMGC 2025 Gauntlet?

The Gauntlet Stage features 18 total matches across three days, with only the top seven teams advancing directly to the Grand Finals. The bottom nine teams drop to the Group Stage, where they’ll fight for additional Finals spots—but facing a significantly harder path.

With a $3 million prize pool and the title of PUBG Mobile World Champion on the line, every point matters. Teams currently outside the top seven have just 12 matches remaining to turn their fortunes around.

How to Watch PMGC 2025 Gauntlet Stage

Catch all the action live through these official channels:

• PUBG Mobile Esports YouTube: Watch the official global broadcast with English commentary
• Official PMGC Website: Visit PUBG Mobile Esports for schedules, standings, and VODs
• Regional Streams: Multiple language broadcasts available including Hindi, Spanish, Portuguese, and more

Day 2 begins with 6 more crucial matches that could reshape the entire leaderboard. For comprehensive PUBG Mobile esports coverage, explore our Indian mobile esports mainstream coverage.

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