NODWIN Gaming, South Asia’s premier gaming and esports company, proudly announces Android as the Title Partner for India’s top esports event, Battlegrounds Mobile India Series (BGMS) Season 3. This marks a significant milestone as both Android and Garnier Men, the leading men’s skincare brand, make their debut partnerships with an Indian esports tournament.
Android BGMS Season 3: High-Octane Action and Premier Partnerships
The excitement of Android BGMS Season 3 is being broadcast on Star Sports for the third consecutive year, showcasing top BGMI squads battling for glory. All matches are played on high-performance Android devices, ensuring a consistent and thrilling experience for players and viewers alike.
Joining the tournament as partners are Crunchyroll, the world’s largest anime and manga destination, as the anime partner, and Red Bull, the official energy drink partner. These partnerships aim to enhance the overall experience for both players and fans, leveraging the tournament’s prominence to engage a wide audience.
Words from the Partners
Anshuman Wanchu, General Manager of Marketing at Garnier, L’Oréal India, expressed his excitement about the collaboration: “We are delighted to partner with the BGMI Masters Series 2024. This collaboration allows us to connect meaningfully with the dynamic and passionate gaming and youth community. We aim to empower gamers to elevate their game and skincare routine, inspiring them to achieve their best.”
Aniruddha Haldar, Senior Vice President of Marketing at TVS Motor Company, shared similar sentiments: “Our previous collaboration with NODWIN Gaming helped us better connect with the gaming audience. We are pleased to announce yet another partnership for BGMS Season 3 to further strengthen our engagement with gamers.”
Tournament Structure and Unique Features
The opening weekend of Android BGMS Season 3 was a massive success, with peak concurrent viewership exceeding 140,000 on digital platforms. The tournament started with a three-day Opener Week, featuring 24 teams—20 invited and 4 qualified—at the Android Arena in Chhatarpur, New Delhi. The top 18 teams progressed to the League Week, joined by two additional teams selected through audience voting. Unfortunately, Team Limra, Gujarat Tigers, Viking Esports, and FS Esports were eliminated.
During the League Week from July 22 to August 4, teams will compete in Survival Week and Domination League stages. The top 4 teams will secure direct qualification for the Finals, while the remaining 16 will compete in the playoffs on August 6 and 7. The grand finale will take place from August 9 to August 11, featuring the top 12 teams from the Playoffs and the 4 best teams from the League Week.
Innovative Tournament Formats
This season introduces three exciting formats to elevate the competitive experience:
- Powerplay: Teams earn double points for each finish in the first circle of every match.
- Bounty: Active during League Weeks, teams can earn bonus points by eliminating squads carrying a bounty.
- Impact Player: Designated during weekend matches, the Impact Player earns double points for finishes, adding strategic depth to the gameplay.
Co-founder and Managing Director of NODWIN® Gaming, Akshat Rathee, stated, “Our new formats are designed to heighten the intensity of the tournament and set a new standard for esports in India. We are excited to witness memorable, nail-biting moments as players rise to the occasion.”
Participating Teams
The teams advancing to the League Week include Team 8Bit, OneBlade, IQOO Soul, Team X Spark, REVENANT, Entity, Gods Reign, Team Forever, Reckoning Esports, Carnival Gaming, Raven Esports, WSB GAMING, VASISTA ESPORTS, TEAM ORANGUTAN, Global Esports, MOGO eSports, Team Tamilas, Carpediem, Team Z, and Godlike Esports.
Where to Watch
Fans can catch all the action of Android BGMS Season 3 on Star Sports 2 (HD & SD) in English and Star Sports First in Hindi from Monday to Saturday at 7:00 PM. On league week Sundays, Playoffs, and Finals, the broadcast will begin at 6:30 PM. The tournament will also stream on the YouTube channels of Star Sports and NODWIN® Gaming, with options for Tamil & Hindi commentary.
Stay tuned to Android BGMS Season 3 for thrilling esports action and groundbreaking innovations in competitive gaming!
