NODWIN Gaming, designated as India’s National Team Partner (NTP) for the Esports Nations Cup (ENC) 2026, has officially announced the country’s roster for PUBG: Battlegrounds. The global esports competition is scheduled to run from November 2 to 29, 2026, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with the PUBG: Battlegrounds segment taking place from November 11 to 15.

The selected squad features a blend of experienced players who have competed internationally and domestic top performers. Pratik Mehra, known by his in-game name Aurum, has been appointed as the team’s coach by NODWIN Gaming. He will be responsible for player selection, strategic development, and overall competitive preparation.

NODWIN Gaming Indian Squad

The primary roster representing India in PUBG: Battlegrounds at ENC 2026 includes:

* **Anirban Paul (Snipaul)** – In-game leader (IGL)
* **Tejasvi Vashist (Unforgiven)**
* **Rishi Singh (Ryzn)**
* **Vedang Chavan (Vedzz)**

Rupesh Kumar (Rupesh) and Shaikh Abuzar (Illmindd) will join the team as substitutes.

Player Experience and Background

The roster brings a wealth of competitive experience. Anirban Paul (Snipaul), the team’s IGL, recently guided Team Newbies to qualification for the PUBG Master Series (PMS) APAC Finals and the Esports World Cup (EWC) playoffs. He is also slated to represent India at the PUBG Nations Cup (PNC) 2026 alongside Tejasvi Vashist (Unforgiven), who previously competed at PNC 2023.

Rishi Singh (Ryzn) joins the squad with prior international exposure from PNC 2025, known for his aggressive playstyle. Vedang Chavan (Vedzz) adds further international experience, having represented India at the Asia Pacific Predator League 2022, where he was a leading fragger for his team, recognized for his game sense and decision-making. Substitutes Rupesh and Illmindd were also part of India’s PUBG Nations Cup 2025 campaign, contributing valuable international exposure and mechanical skill.

Anirban Paul (Snipaul) expressed optimism about the team, stating, “Country-based events bring a unique level of pride and motivation. This team combines experienced players who have represented India before with others who have consistently performed at the highest level domestically. We are looking forward to working together and making the most of this opportunity.”

PUBG: Battlegrounds Tournament Structure and Prize Pool

The PUBG: Battlegrounds tournament at ENC 2026 will host 24 national teams, competing for a prize pool of USD 1.12 million, equivalent to approximately INR 10.6 crore. The qualification process for the tournament is multi-faceted: 12 direct invitations will be extended based on the ENC Ranking system, which aggregates points from official PUBG competitions between February 1 and June 7, 2026. An additional 10 teams will secure their berths through regional online qualifiers scheduled from July 10 to 12, with the final two spots awarded via wildcard invitations.

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India’s Broader Presence at ENC 2026

India has also secured qualifications in several other titles for ENC 2026. In Chess, Grandmaster Nihal Sarin earned a direct invitation via the official ENC Rankings, while Mitrabha Guha progressed through regional qualifiers. The VALORANT squad, comprising Sagnik Roy (Hellf), Abhirup Choudhury (Lightningfast), Aman Yadav (Hoax), Venkatesh Sharma (Venky), Daivik Chauhan (Dc), Norbu Tsering (Karam1L), and Shravana Sahoo (Techno), secured its place through the Asia regional qualifiers. Furthermore, Trackmania player Kunal Upreti (Spark) advanced to the global event after succeeding in the Asia regional qualifier.

NODWIN Gaming (https://nodwingaming.com/) continues its strategic preparations for Indian teams across multiple esports disciplines. The DOTA 2 roster is currently participating in regional qualifiers from June 30 to July 1, vying for two qualification spots. The Rocket League team will compete in its regional qualifiers from July 17 to 19, with three Asian teams advancing to the ENC 2026 Finals. Meanwhile, India’s MOBA Legends: 5v5! team is still in contention for a direct invitation, with regional qualifiers slated for August 15 to 16 if needed.