The PUBG Mobile World Cup (PMWC) 2026 is all set to begin on August 6 in Paris, France, as 32 elite PUBG Mobile teams battle for a share of the $3.025 million prize pool. The tournament opens with the Group Stage, where the participating teams have been divided into two groups of 16. Each team will play 12 matches across two matchdays, with only the top-performing teams earning a direct spot in the Grand Finals. Here’s everything you need to know about the PMWC 2026 Group Stage, including the schedule, teams, format, and where to watch the action live.
PMWC 2026 Group Stage format
The Group Stage will run from August 6 to August 9, 2026.
- 32 teams divided into Group A and Group B
- 16 teams in each group
- Each group plays 12 matches over two days
- Top 5 teams from each group qualify directly for the Grand Finals
- Teams finishing 6th to 13th advance to the Survival Stage
- The bottom three teams from each group are eliminated from the tournament.
For Indian fans, Orangutan will play in Group A on August 6 and 7, while GodLike Esports will compete in Group B on August 8 and 9.
PMWC 2026 Group Stage schedule (IST)
| Match | Group | Date | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Match 1 | Group A | August 6 | 4:30 PM |
| Match 2 | Group A | August 6 | 5:20 PM |
| Match 3 | Group A | August 6 | 6:10 PM |
| Match 4 | Group A | August 6 | 7:00 PM |
| Match 5 | Group A | August 6 | 7:50 PM |
| Match 6 | Group A | August 6 | 8:40 PM |
| Match 7 | Group A | August 7 | 4:30 PM |
| Match 8 | Group A | August 7 | 5:20 PM |
| Match 9 | Group A | August 7 | 6:10 PM |
| Match 10 | Group A | August 7 | 7:00 PM |
| Match 11 | Group A | August 7 | 7:50 PM |
| Match 12 | Group A | August 7 | 8:40 PM |
| Match 1 | Group B | August 8 | 4:30 PM |
| Match 2 | Group B | August 8 | 5:20 PM |
| Match 3 | Group B | August 8 | 6:10 PM |
| Match 4 | Group B | August 8 | 7:00 PM |
| Match 5 | Group B | August 8 | 7:50 PM |
| Match 6 | Group B | August 8 | 8:40 PM |
| Match 7 | Group B | August 9 | 4:30 PM |
| Match 8 | Group B | August 9 | 5:20 PM |
| Match 9 | Group B | August 9 | 6:10 PM |
| Match 10 | Group B | August 9 | 7:00 PM |
| Match 11 | Group B | August 9 | 7:50 PM |
| Match 12 | Group B | August 9 | 8:40 PM |
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PMWC 2026 Group Stage teams
| Group A | Group B |
|---|---|
| Orangutan | GodLike Esports |
| AG.AL | Alpha7 Esports |
| 4Thrives Esports | Team Vitality |
| AlUla Club | DOPENESS |
| Aurora Gaming | eArena |
| DRX | ETSH Esports |
| FURIA | GS Team |
| Gaming Stars | Horaa Esports |
| Geekay Esports | Hustler Crew |
| GOAT Team | IDA Esports |
| Nigma Galaxy | NS RedForce |
| RRQ | S2G Esports |
| Team Flash | Tianba |
| ThunderTalk Gaming | TT Project |
| ULF Esports | Wolves Esports |
| XForce Rejects | Yangon Galacticos |
Where to watch PUBG Mobile World Cup 2026 live
Fans can watch every match of the PUBG Mobile World Cup 2026 live on the official PUBG Mobile Esports YouTube channel. The tournament will also be streamed on the official Esports World Cup YouTube and Twitch channels.
For Indian viewers who prefer Hindi commentary, several popular PUBG Mobile and BGMI creators are also expected to host watch parties and co-streams throughout the tournament. Creators usually announce their co-streams on YouTube and social media closer to match day, making it easy for fans to follow the action with regional commentary.
With Orangutan and GodLike Esports representing India, the four-day Group Stage promises plenty of exciting matches as teams fight for direct qualification to the PMWC 2026 Grand Finals.
