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Grand Finale of the Winter Season of NODWIN Gaming’s ESL India Premiership to Stream on Disney+Hotstar From March 12-14, 2021

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5 years ago

March 12, 2021

George Miller

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Grand Prize pool of a whopping INR 18.5 Lakhs announced.

The fifth edition of NODWIN Gaming’s front-running event, ESL India Premiership nears an exciting finish as the Grand Finale of the Winter Season approaches. The Winter Season of the Premiership that went live on January 2021 is in its last leg. The grand finale of the exciting tournament will be streamed live on Disney+Hotstar from March 12 -14, 2021, where fans can watch their favourite esports players battle it out for the big win. The winner/winning team will take home a huge share from the prize pool of INR 18.5 Lakhs.

ESL India Premiership is the country’s longest-running esports league that is loved by esports fans across the sub-continent. In comparison to 2019, the Premiership 2020 witnessed an 85% increase in registrations and 325% in watch time and the fan following only seems to have increased! Armed with tactical skills, split-second precision, and seamless coordination, participating gamers have made this one of the most exciting seasons so far for the participants as well as the audience.

Here is a quick look at all those who have made it to the finals:

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The Top 4 teams from the Masters League that advanced to the grand finals are Blaze Esports, Wicked Gaming, 2ez Gaming, Headshot Esports

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The Top 4 clans from the Masters League that raced up to the grand finals are S8UL, Marcos Gaming, Indian Clashers, The Beast

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The 8 finalists include Dwaynedmello, Sakky, Lvz0-Painkill3r, Jenasidfc, ScytesKrusher, saranshjain7, Charanjot and Aadizema.

“We have some of the best players in India and it’s time to take notice. The winter season of the ESL Premiership brings the 5th edition to a grand conclusion. We are happy that the Premiership provides a competitive platform for India’s esports players to showcase their talent. This edition was a bag of surprises right from the Summer Season with regards to viewership, participation and engagement. Carried that momentum to the Fall Season and now into the Winter Season. Hope everyone had a great experience this time. Congratulations to all the finalists. We’ll be back with more in 2021!”, said Akshat Rathee, Co-Founder and MD, NODWIN Gaming.

Gear up for thrill and tune in to Disney+Hotstar from March 12-14, 2021 at 4 PM to watch the Grand Finale of ESL India Premiership Winter Season 2020-21.

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Esports Awards 2026 Returns for Global Honors

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18 hours ago

April 7, 2026

Wladimir P.

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The Esports Awards is set to return in 2026, bringing together the global esports community for its annual celebration of excellence.

Scheduled to take place in North America later this year, the awards will honor the top players, teams, creators, and innovators who defined the past year in competitive gaming. Exact dates and venues will be revealed in the coming months.

Last year marked a major milestone for the Esports Awards, celebrating 10 years of esports achievements at the HyperX Arena in Las Vegas. The ceremony recognized industry icons such as Mathieu “Zywoo” Herbaut, iShowSpeed, and Animesh “Thug” Agarwal, while inducting six new members into the Lifetime Achievement in Esports: Class of 2025. Earlier in 2025, the Esports Awards hosted the one-off Decade Awards, which drew a global audience of 36.25 million live viewers.

For the 2026 edition, fan-favorite categories such as Esports Game of the Year, Esports Personality of the Year, Streamer of the Year, and Esports Team of the Year will return, giving fans a direct voice in recognizing the standout moments and figures in esports over the past year. Winners will be determined through a combination of community voting and input from the Esports Awards Panel, which includes seasoned industry veterans, broadcasters, creators, and professional players, ensuring both credibility and integrity.

In addition to the main ceremony, the Esports Awards Golf Invitational will make a comeback, offering a day of networking and friendly competition for industry leaders, creators, and esports competitors ahead of the awards.

Michael Ashford, CEO of the Esports Awards, said: “The Esports Awards continues to shine a spotlight on the very best in esports and gaming, and we’re pleased to return for 2026. Following the success of the Decade Awards and our 10th anniversary celebrations, we look forward to recognizing the individuals, teams, and moments that defined the past year in esports.”

Fans are encouraged to follow the Esports Awards’ official X account for updates on venues, dates, nominees, and voting.

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THE ESPORTS AWARDS RETURNS IN 2026 FOR A CELEBRATION OF ESPORTS EXCELLENCE

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18 hours ago

April 7, 2026

GamingAmericas.com

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The Esports Awards will return later this year for its 2026 edition, taking place in North America and honouring the outstanding players, teams, creators and innovators of the past year in esports
Last year marked a major milestone for the Esports Awards, celebrating 10 years of excellence at the HyperX Arena, alongside the one-off Decade Awards, which reached 36.25M live views globally
The Esports Awards Golf Invitational will also return, bringing together industry leaders, creators and competitors for a day of networking and competition ahead of the main ceremony
Full details on the venue, date, nominees and voting will be revealed in the coming months

The Esports Awards has announced the return of its annual ceremony for 2026. Bringing together the global esports community under one roof, the Esports Awards will once again recognise the players, teams, creators and innovators who have defined the past year. The ceremony will take place in North America later this year, with exact dates and venue to be revealed in the coming months.

Last year’s edition of the Esports Awards marked a significant milestone, celebrating 10 years of esports excellence at the HyperX Arena in Las Vegas. The ceremony honoured some of the industry’s most recognised figures, including Mathieu “Zywoo” Herbaut, iShowSpeed and Animesh “Thug” Agarwal, while welcoming six new inductees into the Lifetime Achievement in Esports: Class of 2025 award. Earlier in the year, the Esports Awards also hosted the one-off Decade Awards in August, presented by Trevor “Quickshot” Henry, Jessica “JessGOAT” Bolden and Barney Banks, reaching 36.25M live views globally.

For the 2026 edition, fan-favourite categories including Esports Game of the Year, Esports Personality of the Year, Streamer of the Year and Esports Team of the Year will return, giving the community a voice in recognising the moments and individuals that shaped the past year in esports.

Winners will be determined through a combination of community voting and input from the Esports Awards Panel, a group of industry veterans, broadcasters, creators and players, ensuring the integrity and credibility of the awards.

In addition to the main ceremony, the Esports Awards Golf Invitational will return, bringing together industry leaders, creators and competitors for a day of networking and competition ahead of the awards.

“The Esports Awards continues to shine a spotlight on the very best in esports and gaming, and we’re pleased to return for 2026” said Michael Ashford, CEO of the Esports Awards. “Following the success of the Decade Awards and our 10th anniversary celebrations, we look forward to recognising the individuals, teams and moments that defined the past year in esports.”

Further updates regarding the venue, date, nominees and voting will be announced in the coming months. Fans are encouraged to follow the Esports Awards’ X account for the latest updates.

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HERA WINS RED BULL WOLOLO: LONDINIUM AGE OF EMPIRES II

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1 day ago

April 7, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Team Vitality celebrated its first Age of Empires II LAN victory as Hamzah “Hera” El-Baher triumphed in the Red Bull Wololo: Londinium final, defeating teammate Kai “Liereyy” Kallinger 5-4. Held at London’s iconic Royal Albert Hall, the event drew a packed live audience and thousands of online viewers, transforming the historic venue into a competitive arena for the world’s best players.

Hera dominated the tournament, following up his recent win at the T90 Titans League 5: Platinum League, consolidating his status as one of the top players globally. Team Vitality’s depth was evident, with Liereyy finishing second and Hernan “Hearttt” Pizarro placing sixth.

“Winning at our first LAN on Age of Empires II, and at the Royal Albert Hall no less, is incredible,” said Danny Engels, Team Vitality’s Corporate Director of Global Operations. “A first and second place for our roster reflects our dedication, training, and the support of our fans worldwide.”

This win marks Team Vitality’s successful entry into Age of Empires II, strengthening the French club’s presence in competitive esports. The team will continue its momentum by co-hosting The Garrison 2026 LAN in Hamburg, Germany, from November 25–29, 2026, expected to draw up to 1,000 spectators and become a major fixture on the AoE2 circuit.

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