JHM1
JDT0
KRE0
DHC0
VIS0
RCH0
WI-A
LIONS
GAL
VFB
SHK
SCP
ATM
MUN
BAR
AVL
BODO
LILL
FEY
INT
LAS
SLB
Newcastle0
Everton1
Deportivo2
Osasuna1
Atalanta0
Parma3
Lorient0
Brest2
DHA
BAR266/8 (70 ov)
ASSAM135
KNTKA489/5 (115 ov)
MEGHA144
NAGA254 & 73/3 (25 ov)
TPURA268 & 44/4 (14 ov)
SAU118
BENG143
MAHA207/9 (79 ov)
ODSA
JHK232/4 (97 ov)
CHD22/0 (6 ov)
TN571/7d
CGR284
HYD219/8 (69 ov)
DELHI241/5 (75.4 ov)
SVCS266
GOA397
BIHAR107/7 (25 ov)
GUJ534/8 (144 ov)
KER
HP153
RAJ78 & 198/1 (63 ov)
NZ
IND
UAE
OMA
HH-W
MR-W
LUL
POA
DOLPH
WPR
CD
AUCK
NED183/3 (36/50 ov, target 183)
MS-W109 (18.1/20 ov, target 125)
PS-W124/9
BIK174/3
JAB172/7 (20 ov, target 175)
CHR129/6
SPR131/5 (16.4/20 ov, target 130)
KAY180/6
KAG181/6 (19.4/20 ov, target 181)
MOW120/7 (19.2/20 ov, target 120)
BRB119
MAN
ROMA
Sassuolo2
Fiorentina4
NEW2
SHP4
CyberPowerPC India has unveiled an innovative “Esports Masterclass” series at ApeCity, Navi Mumbai, designed to bridge the gap between gamers and their parents. This groundbreaking initiative aims to educate families about India’s rapidly growing esports ecosystem and career opportunities.
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Masterclass Series Overview
| Session | Topic | Featured Speakers | Focus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Session 1 | Esports Ecosystem | Vishal Parekh (CyberPowerPC COO), Jai Shah & Yash Bhanushali (Orangutan) | Industry overview, career paths |
| Session 2 | Athlete Journey | Arman (Aaru) & Ankit Shukla (Akop) | Professional gaming realities |
| Ongoing | Every Sunday | Various industry experts | Comprehensive esports education |
Bridging the Generation Gap
The first masterclass engaged 30+ parents and gamers, addressing common misconceptions while highlighting the discipline and dedication required in professional esports. COO Vishal Parekh emphasized how structured the industry has become, encouraging family support for aspiring athletes.
Real Stories from Pro Players
Session two featured candid insights from top Indian esports athletes Arman and Ankit Shukla. They shared personal experiences about competition pressure, handling losses, burnout, and social media scrutiny – providing realistic perspectives for young players.
Esports Growth in India
The timing couldn’t be better. Since December 2022, esports gained official recognition as a multi-sport event by the Government of India. Key milestones include:
- Featured in Khelo India Youth Games 2025
- Medal sport at Asian Youth Games 2025
- Upcoming Asian Games participation
- Olympic Esports Games 2027 in Riyadh
Market Expansion Statistics
According to FICCI-EY’s 2025 report, Indian esports participation crossed 2 million in 2024, projected to reach 2.8 million in 2025. Prize pools are growing from ₹187 million (2024) to ₹250 million (2025), reflecting the industry’s rising competitiveness.
CyberPowerPC’s Commitment
Beyond hardware, CyberPowerPC India actively builds grassroots engagement by providing gaming PCs worth lakhs and powering ApeCity with high-performance rigs. This ensures world-class infrastructure accessibility for aspiring players.
How to Attend
The masterclass series runs every Sunday at ApeCity, featuring diverse voices from the esports ecosystem. Registration details are available on CyberPowerPC India’s Instagram.
This initiative represents a crucial step toward normalizing esports as a legitimate career path while fostering family understanding and support for India’s next generation of gaming champions.
For more esports news and gaming hardware reviews, visit our esports section and gaming PC guides.
