# Mortal Creates History: First Indian Nominated for ‘Streamer of the Decade’ at Esports Awards 2025

URL: https://technosports.co.in/mortal-nominated-esports-awards-2025/  
Published: 2025-06-16  
Updated: 2025-06-16  
Author: Raunak Saha

Indian gaming just reached a monumental milestone! **Naman Mathur (Mortal)**, co-founder of [S8UL Esports](https://technosports.co.in/tag/s8ul-esports/), has secured a historic nomination for ‘Streamer of the Decade’ at the prestigious [Esports Awards 2025](https://esportsawards.com/). This makes him the **only Indian gamer** competing alongside global legends like [Ninja](https://www.twitch.tv/ninja), [Shroud](https://www.twitch.tv/shroud), and [Pokimane](https://www.twitch.tv/pokimane).

## A Decade of Gaming Excellence

The [Esports Awards 2025](https://esportsawards.com/vote/), taking place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on **August 10, 2025**, will celebrate ten years of gaming achievements. Mortal’s nomination represents not just personal success, but India’s growing influence in [global esports](https://technosports.co.in/category/esports/).

At just 28 years old, Mortal has already made waves internationally. In 2024, he became the **first Indian to win ‘Esports Content Creator of the Year’**, proving that [Indian gaming talent](https://technosports.co.in/tag/indian-esports/) can compete at the highest levels.

![Mortal with the esports award for content creator of the year (1)](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Mortal-with-the-Esports-Award-for-Content-Creator-of-the-Year-1-683x1024.webp)

## Mortal’s Impressive Track Record

| Achievement | Details |
| --- | --- |
| **YouTube Subscribers** | [7 million strong community](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7Q7pl0z0MrdayvmAnchlJQ) |
| **Instagram Followers** | [Over 5.1 million engaged fans](https://www.instagram.com/ig_mortal/) |
| **Esports Awards History** | 7th consecutive nomination since 2020 |
| **2024 Victory** | First Indian winner of ‘Esports Content Creator of the Year’ |
| **Global Recognition** | Competing against Ninja, Shroud, Tarik, Pokimane, IBAI |

## S8UL’s Global Dominance

Mortal’s success extends beyond individual achievements. His organization, **[S8UL Esports](https://s8ul.gg/)**, has revolutionized [Indian gaming](https://technosports.co.in/tag/indian-gaming/):

- **Three-time winner** of ‘Content Group of the Year’ at Esports Awards
- **First Indian organization** in [Esports World Cup](https://www.esportsworldcup.com/) Club Partner Program
- Home to **25+ top gaming creators** at their advanced Gaming House 2.0
- Partnerships with **250+ global brands** including Monster Energy, Netflix, and Red Bull

## The ‘Face of Indian Gaming’

Widely recognized as the ‘Face of Indian gaming and esports,’ Mortal has inspired countless [content creators](https://technosports.co.in/tag/content-creators/) across India and beyond. His journey from passionate gamer to global phenomenon showcases the incredible potential of Indian esports talent.

S8UL’s expansion into multiple games—from [BGMI](https://technosports.co.in/tag/bgmi/) and Pokémon Unite to [VALORANT](https://technosports.co.in/tag/valorant/) and [Call of Duty](https://technosports.co.in/tag/call-of-duty/)—demonstrates their commitment to dominating various gaming verticals.

## How You Can Help

**Vote for Mortal** and support Indian gaming’s global recognition at: [esportsawards.com/vote](https://esportsawards.com/vote/)

This nomination isn’t just about one player—it’s about putting Indian esports on the world map. Will Mortal bring home another historic win for India? The gaming community is watching, and the excitement is building toward August 10th!