The PMWC 2026 Grand Finals Day 1 is set to begin today, August 14, 2026, with 16 teams fighting for the PUBG Mobile World Cup title. After an exciting Group Stage and Survival Stage, the tournament has reached its final phase. Indian fans will have two teams to support, as Orangutan and GodLike Esports have both reached the Grand Finals, marking a major moment for Indian PUBG Mobile esports.
A total of six matches will be played on Day 1 across Rondo, Erangel, and Miramar. Here is everything you need to know about the PMWC 2026 Grand Finals Day 1 schedule, timings, maps, teams, format, and live streaming.
PMWC 2026 Grand Finals Day 1 Schedule and Timings
The opening day of the Grand Finals will feature six matches. The action is expected to begin at 4:30 PM IST.
| Match | Map | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|
| Match 1 | Rondo | 4:30 PM |
| Match 2 | Erangel | 5:20 PM |
| Match 3 | Erangel | 6:10 PM |
| Match 4 | Erangel | 7:00 PM |
| Match 5 | Miramar | 7:50 PM |
| Match 6 | Miramar | 8:40 PM |
Day 1 will be important because teams will look to build a strong points advantage before the final two days.
PUBG Mobile World Cup 2026 Grand Finals Teams
Here are all 16 qualified teams competing in the PMWC 2026 Grand Finals:
| No. | Team | Country |
| 1 | 4Thrives | Pakistan |
| 2 | Orangutan | India |
| 3 | Aurora Gaming | Mongolia |
| 4 | Team Flash | Vietnam |
| 5 | Nigma Galaxy | Bahrain |
| 6 | Team Vitality | Indonesia |
| 7 | IDA Esports | Turkey |
| 8 | GodLike Esports | India |
| 9 | Horaa Esports | Nepal |
| 10 | S2G Esports | Turkey |
| 11 | Tianba | China |
| 12 | ULA | Saudi Arabia |
| 13 | NS RedForce | South Korea |
| 14 | FURIA | Brazil |
| 15 | ULF Esports | Turkey |
| 16 | eArena | Thailand |
The biggest highlight for Indian viewers will be GodLike Esports and Orangutan. Both Indian representatives successfully secured places in the Grand Finals.
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What to Expect From Orangutan and GodLike Esports?
Orangutan enters the Grand Finals after an impressive Group Stage. The team finished second in Group A with 91 points, securing direct qualification without having to play the Survival Stage.
GodLike Esports also delivered a strong performance in Group B. Their aggressive approach helped them finish third with 105 points and directly qualify for the Grand Finals.
Day 1 will be important for both teams. Instead of chasing the leaderboard from the beginning, consistency across all six matches could be the key. Strong placement points combined with high-finish games can put them in a good position heading into Day 2.
PMWC 2026 Grand Finals Format
The PMWC 2026 Grand Finals will be played from August 14 to August 16.
All 16 teams will compete during the three-day final. The opening two days will be especially important for building points before the tournament reaches its decisive final day.
The competition uses the Smash Rule format. Under this type of format, the final phase introduces a target based on the leading team’s points, after which eligible teams need to secure a Winner Winner Chicken Dinner to become champions. The Smash Rule was also used in the 2025 PMWC Grand Finals.
This makes consistency on Day 1 and Day 2 extremely important because every point can eventually affect the championship target.
Where to Watch PUBG Mobile World Cup 2026 Grand Finals Day 1?
Fans can follow the PMWC 2026 Grand Finals Day 1 through the official PUBG Mobile Esports broadcast.
Indian viewers can also follow the tournament through the official Hindi broadcast on EWC India.
With 16 teams remaining and the PUBG Mobile World Cup trophy on the line, the final three days will feature the biggest matches of the tournament. For Indian fans, all eyes will be on Orangutan and GodLike Esports as they look to make an impact on the world stage.
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