The PUBG Mobile World Cup group stage draw has been revealed, setting the stage for intense competition. This year's tournament introduces a group stage format, a first for the 2024 edition. Teams will battle it out within their assigned groups, with the winners advancing to the finals.
The draw has divided the participating teams into three groups: Red, Green, and Yellow. Each group boasts a formidable lineup of contenders vying for victory. The complete team lists for each group are as follows:
Group Red: Brute Force, Tianba, 4Merical Vibes, Reject, Dplus, D’Xavier, Besiktas Black, and Yoodoo Alliance.
Group Green: Team Liquid, Team Harame Bro, Vampire Esports (special invite), TJB Esports, Falcons Force, Madbulls, IHC Esports, and Talon Esports.
Group Yellow: Boom Esports, CAG Osaka, DRX, IW NRX, Alpha7 Esports, INCO Gaming, Money Makers, and POWR Esports.
The top 12 teams will progress directly to the main tournament, while the remaining 12 teams will compete in the Survival Stage for a chance to join the main event. Four additional teams will also participate in the Survival Stage.
This year's PUBG Mobile World Cup holds extra significance as it will be held at the inaugural Esports World Cup in Saudi Arabia. This location choice has generated both excitement and controversy, marking a significant investment in the gaming industry by the host nation. The long-term impact on the tournament's profile remains to be seen.
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