The PUBG Mobile Global Championship 2025 is underway in Thailand with 40 elite teams battling for a massive $3 million prize pool (approximately ₹26.61 crore). Running from November 24 to December 14, this year’s championship features an innovative four-stage format that rewards regional champions and provides multiple qualification pathways. Here’s everything you need to know about the prize distribution and tournament structure.
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PMGC 2025 Prize Pool Breakdown
| Stage | Prize Pool | Percentage | Duration | Teams |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Gauntlet | $429,000 | 14.3% | Nov 24-26 | 16 teams |
| Group Stage | $439,000 | 14.6% | Nov 28-30, Dec 2-4 | 32 teams |
| Last Chance | $93,000 | 3.1% | Dec 6-7 | 16 teams |
| Grand Finals | $1,600,000 | 53.3% | Dec 12-14 | 16 teams |
| Total | $3,000,000 | 100% | 21 days | 40 teams |
Understanding the Four-Stage Format
The Gauntlet: Premium Entry Path The Gauntlet represents PMGC 2025’s most significant format innovation, rewarding regional and major tournament champions. Sixteen elite teams compete in 18 matches over three days at Imperial World Samrong. The top seven advance directly to Grand Finals, skipping the Group Stage entirely, while remaining squads drop to the Group Stage with a second chance at glory.
This stage carries fourteen percent of the total prize pool, making early-round success financially lucrative even for teams that don’t reach the finals. Regional powerhouses like Gen.G Esports, Bigetron Esports, and Regnum Carya dominate this bracket.
Group Stage: The Main Battleground Thirty-two teams divided into two groups face off across six match days. Each group plays 18 matches, with the top three from each group advancing to Grand Finals. Teams placing fourth through eleventh move to Last Chance, while bottom-five squads face elimination.
The Group Stage accounts for fifteen percent of prize distribution, ensuring consistent performers earn substantial rewards regardless of final placement. For more insights on PUBG Mobile competitive formats, check our PMSL 2025 Fall Grand Finals coverage.
Last Chance: Redemption Round Sixteen teams get one final opportunity across two intense days. This elimination stage sends two top performers to Grand Finals while ending championship dreams for the rest. Despite its small three percent prize allocation, Last Chance provides dramatic comeback storylines and represents the last barrier before the ultimate showdown.
Grand Finals: The Main Event Bangkok’s Siam Paragon hosts the championship’s climax with sixteen teams competing December 12-14. Over fifty percent of the entire prize pool concentrates here, making every placement crucial. The finals implement the Smash Rule format on Day 3, where match-point eligible teams must secure a Winner Winner Chicken Dinner to claim championship glory.
Regional Representation at PMGC 2025
The 40-team roster showcases global PUBG Mobile talent:
- Southeast Asia: 7 teams (home advantage)
- Europe & Middle East/North Africa: 6 teams each
- Central/South Asia & Americas: 6 teams and 5 teams respectively
- China PEL: 3 teams
- India, South Korea, Japan: 1 team each
- India vs Korea/Japan Tournament: 2 additional slots
- Host Country Invite (Thailand): 1 team
Indian fans will support Orangutan (BGMI Showdown 2025 champions) in Group Stage and True Rippers (BMIC 2025 runners-up) who earned their spot through the international qualifier. Learn more about India’s qualification journey in our Battlegrounds Mobile India Series coverage.
Top Contenders and Favorites
Alpha Gaming (Mongolia) Currently the world’s top-ranked squad, Alpha Gaming features DOK, the highest-rated PUBG Mobile player globally with 259.87 MVP points. Their PMWC 2025 championship and FMVP award make them favorites for PMGC glory.
Regnum Carya (Turkey) European champions with PMGO 2025 title and PMWC top-5 finish. Led by star player Sylas, they bring aggressive rotations and superior firefight mechanics that dominated regional competition.
Gen.G Esports (MENA) PMSL 2025 MENA Fall champions accumulated 180 points with exceptional consistency. Despite visa complications affecting their Gauntlet participation, they remain formidable Grand Finals contenders.
Bigetron Esports (Indonesia) Southeast Asian powerhouse with championship pedigree. Their comeback mentality during PMSL SEA Fall demonstrated resilience under pressure that defines champions.
For detailed team strategies and map knowledge, explore our comprehensive PUBG Mobile maps guide featuring optimal drop locations.
Prize Distribution Philosophy
PMGC 2025’s structure emphasizes rewarding excellence at every stage while maintaining accessibility. Unlike tournaments concentrating wealth exclusively at the top, this distribution model ensures teams reaching Group Stage earn meaningful compensation for their regional dominance.
The Grand Finals’ commanding fifty-three percent allocation appropriately rewards championship-caliber performance while guaranteeing life-changing prize money for winners. Second through sixteenth place still receive substantial payouts, recognizing the immense skill required to reach PMGC’s final stage.
Schedule and Viewing Information
Key Dates:
- November 24-26: The Gauntlet
- November 28-30: Group Stage Week 1
- December 2-4: Group Stage Week 2
- December 6-7: Last Chance
- December 12-14: Grand Finals
All matches begin 12:00 UTC (5:30 PM IST) with six matches daily. The tournament spans two venues: Imperial World Samrong hosts preliminary stages, while Bangkok’s Siam Paragon provides the Grand Finals stage.
How to Watch PMGC 2025
Official Streaming Platforms Watch live on PUBG Mobile Esports official channels across multiple platforms:
- YouTube: Multi-language commentary with English, Hindi, and regional options
- Twitch: Interactive chat and premium viewing features
- Facebook Gaming: Social integration with friend viewing parties
- TikTok: Highlights and behind-the-scenes content
Multi-Language Support PMGC 2025 broadcasts in over 10 languages including English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Spanish, Portuguese, Turkish, Arabic, Thai, and Bahasa Indonesia, ensuring global accessibility.
Mobile Viewing The official PUBG Mobile app offers exclusive tournament features including:
- Live match brackets with real-time updates
- Player perspective switching for tactical analysis
- Interactive statistics and leaderboards
- Instant replay capabilities for key moments
Desktop Experience For enthusiasts with dual-monitor setups, combine primary stream with statistical dashboards from Liquipedia’s PMGC 2025 page for comprehensive match analysis.
Community Coverage Follow esports journalists and content creators on Twitter for live updates, team reactions, and expert analysis throughout the championship. Join discussions on Reddit’s PUBG Mobile community for real-time strategy breakdowns.
What Makes PMGC 2025 Special
PUBG United Integration PMGC 2025 runs alongside PUBG Global Championship (PC version) as part of PUBG United—a month-long celebration combining mobile and PC championships. This unprecedented collaboration creates synergies between platforms, sharing venues, production resources, and cross-promoting communities.
Enhanced Production Value Thailand’s Imperial World Samrong and Siam Paragon venues provide world-class facilities with cutting-edge broadcast technology. Expect cinematic player introductions, immersive stage designs, and professional-grade analysis desks rivaling traditional sports productions.
Growth Trajectory PMGC has evolved from 2018’s PM Star Challenge ($593,200 prize pool) to today’s $3 million championship, demonstrating mobile esports’ explosive growth and mainstream acceptance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How are teams seeded for The Gauntlet versus Group Stage?
The Gauntlet features 16 teams who earned direct qualification by winning regional championships like PMSL Europe Fall, PMSL MENA Fall, PMSL SEA Fall, and other major regional tournaments. These champions bypass Group Stage entirely if they place top seven. Group Stage consists of 23 teams who qualified through PMGC Points rankings and regional performances but didn’t secure championship titles, plus nine teams dropping from The Gauntlet. This seeding rewards regional dominance with advantageous positioning.
Q: What happens if my favorite team gets eliminated early—can they still earn prize money?
Yes, every participating team at PMGC 2025 earns prize money regardless of elimination timing. The Gauntlet distributes $429,000 among all 16 participants, Group Stage allocates $439,000 across 32 teams, and even Last Chance provides $93,000 for 16 squads. Only the bottom-five teams from each Group Stage group leave empty-handed. Teams reaching any stage receive compensation reflecting their regional qualification achievement, though naturally higher placements yield significantly larger payouts with Grand Finals offering the championship’s majority share.
