The Free Fire MAX Asia Invitational (FFMAI) 2026 Fall Group Stage will take place from October 22 to 24, featuring 18 teams from different Asian countries. This is the main stage of the tournament, where teams will compete for 12 spots in the Grand Finals. The 18 teams have been divided into three groups of six. A total of 18 matches will be played across three days, with each team competing in 12 matches.
The top 12 teams from the overall standings will advance to the Grand Finals on October 25, where the Champion Rush format will decide the winner. Check out the FFMAI 2026 Fall Group Stage schedule, teams, groups, format, and more below.
FFMAI 2026 Fall Group Stage Dates and Schedule
The Group Stage will feature six matches each day from October 22 to 24. Matches are scheduled to begin at 5:50 PM IST.
| Date | Matches | Groups | Start Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 22 | Match 1–6 | Group A vs B | 5:50 PM |
| October 23 | Match 7–12 | Group B vs C | 5:50 PM |
| October 24 | Match 13–18 | Group A vs C | 5:50 PM |
Each day will feature two groups competing against each other. As a result, every team will play 12 matches during the Group Stage.
FFMAI 2026 Fall Group Stage Teams and Groups
The 18 participating teams have been divided into three groups.
| Group A | Group B | Group C |
|---|---|---|
| Orangutan x Elite | Clutza Esports | Resurrection Esports |
| S8UL Esports | GOW | Team Infinity |
| P Esports | Total Winner Esports | Team Vamos |
| RRQ Kazu | Bigetron by Vitality | Buriram United Esports |
| Horaa Esports | Team Rage | Total Gaming Esports |
| AG.AL | Revenant XSpark | Team Apex Gaming |
The tournament features invited teams from Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Malaysia, India, Bangladesh, Pakistan, and Nepal, along with seven teams from the South Asia Play-ins.
FFMAI 2026 Fall Group Stage Format Explained
The Group Stage will be played over three days with 18 teams divided into three groups. Each day, two groups will face each other in six matches. The rotation will ensure that every group plays against the other two groups. After all 18 matches are completed, teams will be ranked according to their overall points.
The top 12 teams will qualify for the Grand Finals, while the bottom six teams will be eliminated from the tournament.
FFMAI 2026 Fall Grand Finals and Champion Rush Format
The FFMAI 2026 Fall Grand Finals will take place on October 25, featuring the 12 qualified teams. Unlike the regular points format, the Grand Finals will use the Champion Rush system. Under this format, teams must first reach a predetermined points threshold called the Champion Rush Point, which is 110. Once a team reaches the threshold, it becomes Champion Rush Point Eligible for the following matches.
The first eligible team to secure a Booyah will automatically become the FFMAI 2026 Fall champion. There is no fixed match limit for the Grand Finals. Matches will continue until a team meets the Champion Rush winning conditions.
Where to Watch FFMAI 2026 Fall Group Stage?
Fans can follow the FFMAI 2026 Fall Group Stage through official Free Fire MAX esports broadcasts and tournament channels. The Group Stage will run from October 22 to 24, followed by the Grand Finals on October 25, where the best 12 teams will compete for the championship.
