The highly anticipated PUBG Mobile Global Championship (PMGC) 2025 is set to kick off on 24 November in Thailand, where the top 40 teams from all around the world will battle for the ultimate title. The tournament will be played across four stages – The Gauntlet, Group Stage, Last Chance, and Grand Finals. The PMGC 2025 Gauntlet Stage is scheduled from 24 to 26 November, where 16 top teams from around the world will compete for 7 spots in the Grand Finals. This stage will feature some of the most consistent rosters and legendary players in PUBG Mobile esports. Here are the top 5 players to watch out for in the PMGC 2025 Gauntlet Stage.
Before we begin, readers should understand that PMGC is the biggest stage in PUBG Mobile esports, where some of the most skilled players in the world compete. Choosing just five players is extremely difficult, as many deserving names will miss out simply because this list is limited to five. Our selections are based on overall performance, recent form, achievements, and pure dominance.
Top 5 Players to Watch Out For in PMGC 2025 Gauntlet Stage
5) AkOP
Ankit Shukla, better known as AKOP from Orangutan, will represent India at the Global Championship after a three-year absence. Although he has not yet competed internationally, his regional performances have been outstanding. AKOP is widely considered one of India’s most reliable and accurate assaulters, known for his consistency under pressure. He has earned multiple MVP titles, including iQOO Battlegrounds Series 2025 MVP, BGMS Season 3 MVP, and ESL Snapdragon Pro Series 2024 MVP. With his current form and confidence, AKOP is one of the most exciting Indian players to watch at PMGC 2025.
4) DOK
DOK is the IGL of one of the most dangerous teams in PUBG Mobile Esports—Alpha Gaming. He is the MVP of the PUBG Mobile World Cup 2025 and PMGO 2025. The 20-year-old Mongolian star has led his team to major achievements, including 3rd place at the 2025 World Cup and 4th at PMGC 2023. He has led his teams to several big titles like PMSL CSA Spring 2025, PMSL CSA Spring 2024, PMSL CSA Fall 2024, and many more. With massive international experience, DOK continues to dominate not only as a captain but also on the MVP charts.
3) Carrilho
Carrilho is also an IGL on this list, and he is one of only two players to have competed in every edition of PMGC since 2020. He is set to lead Alpha7 Esports again in 2025. The Brazilian legend is known for his dominating gameplay and leadership from the front. His major achievements include winning the PUBG Mobile World Cup 2024, finishing 2nd at PMGO 2024 and PMWI 2022, and securing 3rd place at PMGC 2023 and 2022.
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2) Top
If there is a list of Universal MVPs, then Top from Alpha Gaming deserves the top position without any doubt. The Mongolian PUBG Mobile star is considered a legend of the game and one of the most consistent performers in esports. He has earned countless MVP titles, including PMGC 2022, PMPL SA Season 4, PMPL SA Championship 2022 Spring & Fall, PMPL SA 2023 Spring, PMPL SA Championship 2023 Spring & Fall, and PMSL CSA Spring & Fall 2025. Additionally, he finished runner-up at PMGC 2023, secured 3rd place at PUBG Mobile World Cup 2025, and placed 4th at PMGC 2022.
1) Sylas
Alongside Carrilho, Sylas is the only player to have participated in every edition of the PUBG Mobile Global Championship and is set to lead Regnum Carya at PMGC 2025. The Turkish veteran already holds a PMGC title, winning the championship in 2022 with S2G Esports, and narrowly missed back-to-back titles after finishing 2nd in PMGC 2024 by just one point. Sylas is returning stronger in pursuit of another trophy and to cement his name among the greatest esports players. His achievements include PMGC 2022, PMPL Turkey Fall 2022, PMSL Europe Fall 2025, and multiple top finishes, such as 5th at PUBG Mobile World Cup 2025, 2nd at PMGC 2024, and 4th at PMGC 2021.