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PUBG MOBILE ESPORTS CELEBRATES SUCCESSFUL FIRST HALF OF 2021, ANNOUNCES DATES FOR PUBG MOBILE PRO LEAGUE AND PUBG MOBILE GLOBAL CHAMPIONSHIP
PUBG MOBILE is pleased to share the highly anticipated schedule for the next PUBG MOBILE Pro League (PMPL) and PUBG MOBILE Global Championship 2021 (PMGC) which will see the best teams go head-to-head starting in August with high-intensity competition all the way till January. The entire PUBG MOBILE Esports program offers a total prize pool of $15,000,000 USD for 2021, the highest in mobile esports history.
The first half of 2021 has played host to some impressive milestones for PUBG MOBILE esports with overall hours watched increasing 56% compared to the second half of 2020, with 75 million hours watched. There has also been a 100% viewer increase in the Middle East, Europe, and the Americas. Peak concurrent viewers at the PUBG MOBILE World Invitational 2021 West reached 409,000, eight times higher than PUBG MOBILE World League 2020. Registration for semi-pro and amateur teams saw an incredible increase with 126k teams registering for PUBG MOBILE Club Open and PUBG MOBILE National Championship, an 82% increase on 2020 registrations. Other accolades for 2021 include PUBG MOBILE being named as a finalist for both Esports Mobile Game of The Year and Esports Game of The Year at the prestigious Esports Awards.
After a successful first half of the year, the Esports program will see a merger between MENA (Middle East and North Africa) and South Asia, connecting the two regions due to their close proximity and strong competitive communities. This also means that Europe will now have its own dedicated regional championship where the best teams from across the region will battle it out.
The PUBG MOBILE Pro League (PMPL) is the regional and national pro-level competition in the PUBG MOBILE Esports program. The PMPL covers four Regional Championships including PMPL Southeast Asia Championship, PMPL Americas Championship, PMPL MENA & South Asia Championship and PMPL Europe Championship. Participants in the PMPL include the best teams from the PUBG MOBILE Club Open (PMCO) and the PUBG MOBILE National Championship (PMNC).
The dates for PUBG MOBILE Pro League Regional Championship are:
- PMPL Southeast Asia Championship: 12th October – 7th November
- PMPL Americas Championship: 11-14th November
- PMPL European Championship: Mid November
- PMPL MENA & South Asia Championship: Mid November
The PUBG MOBILE Global Championship 2021 (PMGC) will be the final global event in the PUBG MOBILE esports calendar starting with the PMGC League stage in late November and will run for four weeks. The best teams will then reassemble for the PMGC Finals which will take place in January. Participants for the PMGC 2021 will include the top global teams from the PUBG MOBILE Pro League (PMPL) and Regional Championships. The entire prize pool for PMGC will be $6M USD, the biggest in battle royale mobile esports and one of the biggest in gaming history.
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Esports Charts, the leading esports viewership analytics provider, is partnering with GeoGuessr, the world’s favourite geography‑guessing game, to deliver detailed analytics for its esports tournaments. The collaboration will give organizers clear insights into audience engagement and viewership patterns across events.
As part of the partnership, Esports Charts provides tournament dashboard data for the GeoGuessr competitions. Organizers can track engagement trends, compare performance across regions, and make data-driven decisions for future events.
“Esports Charts is thrilled to support GeoGuessr’s esports events. Our team even enjoys the game together during team activities, so it’s fun to combine that passion with our analytics expertise. By providing clear insights into viewership and engagement, we hope to help the organizers nurture and grow GeoGuessr’s competitive scene globally.” – Sergii Rudenko, CSO at Esports Charts
The recent GeoGuessr World Championship 2025 set new viewership records, reflecting the game’s growing presence in esports. In recent years, GeoGuessr has expanded its competitive offerings with larger prize pools, longer seasons, and more events.
“This year’s World Championship has been an incredible journey across four countries. We extend our gratitude to the passionate GeoGuessr community, talented players, and all of our partners who made this possible. Our partnership with Esports Charts plays a key role in helping us gain valuable audience insights, allowing us to continuously grow and elevate the GeoGuessr esports scene. – Mikael Falgard, Head of GeoGuessr Esports
The collaboration marks another step in the development of GeoGuessr’s esports scene and strengthens Esports Charts’ role as a leading provider of competitive gaming analytics.
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The Global Esports Federation at its 16th Board Meeting approved the draft program for the Los Angeles 2026 Global Esports Games, to be held in December 2026. This follows the earlier announcement of Los Angeles as host city at a major ceremony hosted by Los Angeles Times Media Group Executive Chairman & CEO Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, and El Segundo Mayor Chris Pimentel—now marking a significant milestone on the road to GEF’s flagship event in the United States.
The GEF Board also unanimously elected Paul J. Foster as President of the Global Esports Federation. Paul, who is GEF Chief Executive Officer, was appointed President ad interim following the resignation of founding President Chris Chan in July, and now assumes the role of President & CEO through December 2027.
In addition, the GEF Board approved the establishment of frameworks to develop the esports ecosystem in the United States, anchored in Los Angeles. This initiative will strengthen the GEF’s connections with stakeholders worldwide and reinforce its mission to elevate esports for all.
The outcomes of GEF 16th Board Meeting reaffirm the GEF’s role as a convening platform, uniting athletes, publishers, Member Federations, and partners to power the future of esports globally.
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- Team Vitality launches 2025 Alternate Jersey and an exclusive apparel collection, bringing a new level of energy and excitement for fans.
- The jersey, featuring a white base with red and blue accents, pays homage to the French flag and will be worn by all Team Vitality athletes at major esports events taking place in France later this year, including the Rocket League Worlds and EVO Nice.
- The Alternate Jersey is available today for €79.99, both online and at Team Vitality’s official Paris store.
Team Vitality is proud to unveil its new Alternate Jersey, accompanied by an exclusive apparel collection. This launch completes the club’s annual merchandise lineup, following the release of the black Pro Jersey earlier this year and the iconic yellow US-style Jersey worn during the Austin Major triumph.
This Alternate edition, featuring the French blue, white and red, honours Team Vitality’s Parisian roots while celebrating the major esports events set to close out the year in France.
The jersey will feature on the global stage with the Rocket League team at the World Championships from September 12 to 14.
PERFORMANCE MEETS LIFESTYLE
The Alternate Collection features a new, stylish jersey and a limited-edition clothing line that blends performance and lifestyle. As with every year, the Alternate Jersey is traditionally white, serving as a complement to the black Pro Jersey released earlier in the year.
Designed in collaboration with hummel, the jersey combines comfort and performance, offering a lightweight fit built to withstand the demands of competitive play. The accompanying exclusive apparel collection follows the same artistic vision, offering clothing and accessories designed for everyday wear. This brand-new lifestyle range, along with exclusive items, reflects the club’s distinctive style.
ALTERNATE JERSEY
- Team Vitality’s Alternate 2025 Jersey – €79.99
- Team Vitality’s Alternate 2025 Sleeves – €29.99
- Exclusive Vitality Alternate 2025 Pack – €79.99 (includes 1 Alternate Jersey and a complimentary pair of exclusive sleeves)
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LIFESTYLE COLLECTION
- Team Vitality Alternate 2025 Sweatshirt – €59.99
- Team Vitality Alternate 2025 T-Shirt – €29.99
- Team Vitality Alternate 2025 Jacket – €69.99
- Team Vitality Alternate 2025 Joggers – €54.99
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ACCESSORIES
- Team Vitality Alternate 2025 Scarf – €19.99
- Team Vitality Alternate 2025 Flag – €24.99
- Collector Cards (set of 3 or 8 trading cards) – €5.99
- Mouse Pad (small / large) – €19.99 / €29.99
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