The excitement is building as the PUBG Mobile World Cup's group stage draw has been unveiled, setting the stage for intense competition in the 2024 edition of this prestigious esports event. The introduction of the group stage format marks a thrilling new chapter in the tournament's history.
For those unfamiliar, the group stage involves dividing teams into various groups where they compete against each other. The winners from each group advance to the finals, making every match critical.
Here's a breakdown of the groups and the teams they include:
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 (by 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 from these groups will advance to the main tournament, while the bottom 12 will have a second chance in the Survival Stage, competing with four other teams for a spot in the main event.
Adding to the anticipation is the venue for this year's PUBG Mobile World Cup, which will take place at the inaugural Esports World Cup in Saudi Arabia. This move has sparked both excitement and controversy due to the significant investment in gaming by the host country. Whether this will elevate the tournament's profile remains to be seen.
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