The PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS tournament at the Electronic Sports World Cup (EWC 2025) was a historic moment for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, showcasing local dominance and unprecedented achievements in one of the most popular "battle royale" games.
PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDSAug 12, 2025 – Aug 16, 2025Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
$2,000,000PUBG Corporation Esports World Cup Foundation ESL FACEIT Group
$2,000,000PUBG Corporation Esports World Cup Foundation ESL FACEIT GroupFormat
1. Group Stage
- Participants: 24 teams divided into three groups (A, B, and C) of 8 teams each.
- Format: A round-robin system where groups face each other (A vs. B, B vs. C, and A vs. C).
- Match Count: Each team plays a total of 12 matches over this stage.
- Progression: The top 16 teams in the overall standings advance directly to the Grand Finals, while the bottom 8 teams are eliminated.
2. Grand Finals
- Participants: The 16 qualifying teams from the Group Stage.
- Format: A high-stakes series played over several days (typically 12 matches).
- Scoring System: Points are awarded based on Placement and Kills (Standard Competitive Point Rule).
- Winner: The team with the highest cumulative points at the end of the final match is crowned the champion.
3. Key Highlights
- Maps: Matches are held on the competitive map pool, including Erangel, Miramar, Taego, and Rondo.
- Prize Pool: Teams compete for a share of a $2,000,000 prize pool and valuable Club Championship points.
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