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Esports World Cup: Level Up Documentary Releases New Trailer

Aritra Patra
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Esports World Cup: Level Up Documentary Releases New Trailer

There is a brand-new trailer for Esports World Cup: Level Up, the Emmy Award-winning five-part documentary series from R.J. Cutler. With the series reaching its midpoint, anticipation builds with three already available to stream on Prime Video. Episode 4 is due out on June 27, with the season finale, Episode 5, landing on July 4.

Level Up presents an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the first-ever Esports World Cup in 2024, a history-making event that saw 1,500 of the world’s best players and 200 Clubs from more than 100 countries converge on one location. Through 22 hotly contested competitions, players competed for a mind-boggling total prize pool of $60 million, a record-breaking milestone in esports history.

Made by This Machine, an extension of Sony Pictures Television, the documentary combines a verité filmmaking approach with close-up views of players’ home lives and on-site, intense coverage from Riyadh. What follows is a compelling presentation of the pressure, passion, and sacrifices that fuel the esports elite at the top level.

The trailer promises everything from on-screen rivalries to game-altering moments, set to driving cinematic music and underlined by a gripping voiceover that captures the essence of esports as a rapidly emerging global force.

“The world’s greatest players, the greatest teams — fighting across 22 championships, all after the same trophy,” the announcer declares. “For players, this is the Super Bowl, the World Cup, and the Olympics rolled into one — for the first time. But this wasn’t merely about determining who’s best. It was about who needed to win, who was willing to do whatever it takes to be remembered.”

Episode 101

The Esports World Cup begins in Riyadh, with Team Falcons’ latest Call of Duty: Warzone roster seeking to dominate. Soka, a talented and tough player from San Mateo’s rough streets, California, leads the roster against former teammates and opponents from Fnatic. The battle for the first EWC championship with a million-dollar prize on the line is intense and unforgettable.

Episode 102

Team Liquid comes with a rich heritage but soon finds itself lagging behind the hometown heroes, Team Falcons. Their League of Legends squad has to face their arch-nemesis — the legendary Faker. The focus turns to 17-year-old Sanford, a Mobile Legends: Bang Bang sensation battling not only to win, but for his family’s survival.

Episode 103

NAVI and Vitality both face breakthrough moments as they pursue Club Championship dominance. For NAVI, Counter-Strike 2 is a national pride mission as they face G2 and former prodigy M0nesy in an intense finale. As Vitality’s CS2 team falters, their Mobile Legends: Bang Bang women’s team thrives, with sisters Cinny and Chel overcoming loss and constant stress to make an empowering declaration on behalf of women in esports.

Episode 104 (June 27)

With competition reaching its pivotal points, FaZe and OpTic Gaming rekindle their legendary feud in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III. At the helm of FaZe is Drazah, a young sensation from Alaska. In EA FC, Team Liquid chases Team Falcons’ top spot while a dark horse from a far-off island bursts onto the scene in a jaw-dropping debut that disrupts the quest for the top.

Episode 105 (July 4)

The climax features 22 games coming together in a $7 million final. Vitality and Team Liquid clash in R1 Sim Racing and StarCraft II. Vitality’s dominance in R1 is challenged by Max Verstappen’s Team Redline, and Liquid’s upstart Clem squares off with Vitality’s veteran Maru in StarCraft II. Second place is worth $4 million, so time is of the essence in this milestone finale.

In the years to come, the Esports World Cup 2025 will again head back to Riyadh from July 7 to August 24, welcoming the world’s best esports players and Clubs in an epic cross-game setup. With a wide variety of genres and platforms, the tournament will offer life-altering prize pools and will further bring together the global gaming community in the biggest celebration of competitive gaming the world has ever experienced.

Team Vitality Wins Its Second Counter-Strike Major

Sarjyo Mukherjee
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Team Vitality Wins Its Second Counter-Strike Major

Vitality is the winner of BLAST.tv Austin Major following an impressive comeback against MongolZ, having lost the opening map. Vitality showed why they were the clear favourites coming into the tournament, a total domination from them in the final two maps saw the organisation lift the second Major in their history.

VETO

  • The MongolZ removed Train
  • Vitality removed Ancient
  • The MongolZ picked Mirage
  • Vitality picked Dust2
  • Vitality removed Anubis
  • The MongolZ removed Nuke
  • Inferno was left over

Map 1: Mirage; Pick: MongolZ; Winner: MongolZ

Vitality’s 3-0 start to Mirage quickly met a feisty MongolZ side that took back control of the game from the first gun round, leading to them edging out the first half with a 7-5 lead. Switching over to defence MongolZ led a perfect defence as Vitality failed to pick up a single round. Winning the map 13-5, MongolZ took a surprising early lead in the Grand Finals of the Major. Senzu and 901 showed up with 20 kills each to put Vitality behind before heading to Dust 2.

Map 2: Dust 2; Pick: Vitality; Winner: Vitality

Having cruised past Vitality on Mirage, the MongolZ train was stopped in its tracks with a stunning Vitality performance. Coming off a demoralising defeat, Vitality managed to post a 9-3 half, leaving MongolZ speechless. While MongolZ did manage to win a round, Vitality closed the map without letting it get out of hand. Recovering from a bad Map 1, mezii put up a masterclass with a 1.91 rating and 20 kills.

Map 3: Inferno; Pick: Decider; Winner: Vitality

Failing to retaliate, MongolZ could not stop Vitality from continuing their domination of Dust 2. While the Asian side did manage to win rounds, they were few and far between, leading to Vitality taking over the first half with a dominant 9-3 scoreline. Losing the pistol round, MongolZ lost all hope for a comeback as Vitality marched onto victory. Dropping a few rounds on the way, Vitality sealed the deal with a B-side execute. mezii and flameZ, with 21 kills each, took it upon themselves to seal the second Major for Vitality.

What many expected to happen was that MongolZ failed to pull off a Cloud 9 despite their stunning performance throughout the event. However, credit where due, coming from a region that has little representation on the CS scene, speaks to the bright future for the players and the organisation. As they bid farewell to the USA with their heads held high, Team Vitality’s euphoria continues, having officially cemented their era in the history of esports.

BMPS 2025 Grand Finals: Qualified Teams, Dates, and More

Moin Khot
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BMPS 2025 Grand Finals: Qualified Teams, Dates, and More

The stage is all set for the Battlegrounds Mobile India Pro Series 2025 (BMPS 2025) Grand Finals, as the top 16 teams have finally secured their spots following two intense weeks of Semi Finals action. The Grand Finals are scheduled to take place from 4th to 6th July, 2025, in New Delhi.

Qualified Teams for BMPS 2025 Grand Finals

After intense matches in a round-robin and double round-robin format over Semi Finals Week 1 and Week 2, eight teams from each stage have advanced to the ultimate showdown. Here’s a look at the final list of qualified teams:

From Semi Finals Week 1:

  1. NONX
  2. AKTMG
  3. GENESIS
  4. LHS
  5. EGX
  6. TF
  7. TWOB
  8. K9

From Semi Finals Week 2:

  1. GODx
  2. IQOO 8BIT
  3. ONEPLUSGOD
  4. INSANE ESP
  5. iREX
  6. 4TRX
  7. 4M
  8. 2OP

These 16 teams will now compete over three matchdays for the prestigious BMPS 2025 championship title, a lion’s share of the prize pool, and ultimate bragging rights.

Fans can look forward to intense rivalries, strategies, and top-tier gameplay as India’s best teams lock horns in the capital. The Grand Finals will feature a total of 18 matches across the three days (6/day), with consistent performances being key to claiming the top spot.

Stay tuned to the TalkEsport app for detailed gaming and esports coverage, latest news, and much more!

BMPS 2025 Semi Finals Week 2 Concludes: Here Are the Results

Moin Khot
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BMPS 2025 Semi Finals Week 2 Concludes: Here Are the Results

The curtain has fallen on Battlegrounds Mobile India Pro Series 2025 (BMPS 2025) Semi Finals Week 2, marking the end of the action-packed week that determined the final eight teams advancing to the Grand Finals. With 24 of India’s top BGMI squads battling across Erangel, Miramar, and Sanhok, only the most consistent and clutch performers have secured their shot at the coveted championship and a share of the massive ₹3 crore prize pool.

BMPS 2025 Semi Finals Week 2 Overall Standings

Following is the overall standings of BMPS 2025 Semi Finals Week 2:

BMPS 2025 Semi Finals Week 2 Results

Week 2 saw Gods Omen emerge as the table toppers with a commanding 140 points, closely followed by OnePlus GodsReign at 138 points and 8Bit at 138 points.

Finally, the top eight teams will now face off against the top eight from Week 1 in the Grand Finals, set to take place in New Delhi.

Fan Favorites Fall Short

In a surprising turn, several fan-favorite teams failed to make the cut. GodLike Esports, despite their storied legacy and recent BGIS 2025 runner-up finish, could not find their footing this week and will miss the LAN Finals. Similarly, Team Soul and Orangutan, both crowd favorites, were unable to secure enough points to advance.

With the Semi Finals concluded, the stage is all set for the ultimate Grand Finals showdown. The 16 qualified teams, eight each from Week 1 and Week 2, will battle for ultimate glory and a life-changing prize pool. All eyes now turn to New Delhi as India’s best BGMI squads prepare for their final test.

Stay tuned to the TalkEsport app for detailed gaming and esports coverage, latest news, and much more!

Vitality Reaches BLAST.tv Austin Major Grand Finals

Sarjyo Mukherjee
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Vitality Reaches BLAST.tv Austin Major Grand Finals

Vitality survives a tricky MOUZ side to reach the Grand Finals of the BLAST.tv Austin Major. By far the best team of the year, Vitality will have a shot at sealing the season, having won all the big trophies.

VETO

  • MOUZ removed Anubis
  • Vitality removed Ancient
  • MOUZ picked Mirage
  • Vitality picked Inferno
  • Vitality removed Nuke
  • MOUZ removed Dust2
  • Train was left over

Map 1: Mirage; Pick: MOUZ; Winner: Vitality

Despite going into an early lead, MOUZ could not hold onto it, leading to Vitality posting a streak of rounds to close the first half with a massive lead and an 8-4 scoreline. While MOUZ did try to make a comeback, trading rounds for a while saw Vitality close out the map with a 13-8 scoreline. With a 1.81 IR, ropz snatched away an early lead from his former organisation.

Map 2:Inferno; Pick: Vitality; Winner: MOUZ

Total domination to begin the map saw MOUZ completely steamroll Vitality, leading to them swapping sides with an unbelievable scoreline of 11-1. Vitality’s futile attempts at a comeback did not last long, given MOUZ wasted no time in closing out the map. While the game was dominated by torzsi, the stunning could be attributed to a fascinating team effort.

Map 3: Train; Pick: Decider; Winner: Vitality

Following a crushing defeat on Inferno, Vitality managed to return the favour with a rock-solid defence of their own on Train. MOUZ were not allowed anything more than 2 rounds, leading to them entering the second half with an insurmountable deficit. They pulled in a few rounds early on. Vitality closed the map with a 13-6 scoreline to book a spot in the Grand Finals.

MOUZ’s stage woes continue, and once again, they fall to a familiar foe. Vitality, on the other hand, are on touching distance of the trophy and facing them in the finals with be one of the two most inexperienced teams. As things stand, Austin Major is all set to be Vitality’s Major.

BLAST Premier Rivals S1 2026 Will Take Place in Texas

Sonu Banerjee
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BLAST Premier Rivals S1 2026 Will Take Place in Texas

BLAST has confirmed that they will return to Texas for the upcoming Premier Rivals S1 2026 Counter-Strike 2 event. 

The tournament, set to take place at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, will feature eight elite CS2 teams who will battle it out for a shot at the lion’s share of a $1 million USD prize pool. Scheduled to kick off on April 29th, the event will deliver five days of intense competitive CS action, culminating in the crowning of a champion on May 3rd.

The tournament will pit the teams in a double-elimination group stage, followed by a six-team playoff bracket, with the BO5 grand final set to take place on May 3rd.

The last three days of the event will be held in front of a live audience.

“The Fort Worth Sports Commission is proud to continue our partnership with BLAST, building on the momentum of major 2024 events like the Fortnite Championship Series Global Championship and Rocket League World Championship,” Cassie Poss, Interim Executive Director for the Fort Worth Sports Commission, said in a statement. “With world-class venues like Dickies Arena, Fort Worth is solidifying its place as a global esports destination. We look forward to welcoming fans worldwide and showcasing the hospitality that defines our city.”

The eight teams participating in BLAST Premier Rivals Season 1 2026 will include four directly invited teams based on the top positions in the Valve Regional Standings, while the remaining four slots will be filled through regional rankings from Europe, North America, South America, and Asia.

Valorant Phaseguard Bundle: Skins, Price, Release Date & More

Sonu Banerjee
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Valorant Phaseguard Bundle: Skins, Price, Release Date & More

The Valorant Phaseguard bundle is the next skin collection that’s set to be added to the competitive shooter in the near future. While Riot Games has yet to officially shed light on these new skins, the contents of the Phaseguard bundle have already been leaked online.

The Valorant Phaseguard bundle is expected to be added to the game with the highly anticipated Season 25 Act 4 update. Alongside adding this collection, the update will also introduce a bunch of exciting content to the Riot Games title, including the new map Corrode, a fresh competitive rotation, and much more.

In this article, we will take a look at everything you need to know about the Phaseguard bundle in Valorant, including its skins, price, release date, and more.

Valorant Phaseguard Bundle Skins

From the leaked cover art, we can see that the Valorant Phaseguard bundle includes the following skins:

  • Vandal
  • Bulldog
  • Outlaw
  • Ghost
  • Melee

The Radianite upgrades for this bundle remain unclear at the time of writing.

Valorant Phaseguard Bundle Price

The exact price of the Phaseguard bundle hasn’t been revealed by Riot Games as of yet. However, based on similar bundles released in the past, fans can expect it to be priced around 7,000-8,000 VP.

Valorant Phaseguard Bundle Release Date

Based on your game region, the Valorant Phaseguard bundle will hit your in-game store on June 26, 2025, or June 27, 2025 two days after the release of Season 25 Act 4. 

How to Get CDL 2025 Viewership Rewards?

Aritra Patra
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How to Get CDL 2025 Viewership Rewards?

The Call of Duty League’s 2025 season is coming to its grand culmination with the CDL Championship Weekend, which will commence on June 26 and continue through June 29. This year’s championship is making history as it will be held at Ontario, Canada’s Kitchener Memorial Auditorium for the first time outside the United States.

The event will bring together the season’s best eight teams, including heavy-hitting rosters such as Los Angeles Thieves and Atlanta FaZe, competing in a double-elimination bracket. The grand finals will be in an action-packed best-of-nine format, with fans in line for some of the year’s most thrilling matchups.

To the viewers at home, though, the event is not solely about gameplay. Viewers can earn special rewards for Black Ops 6 and Warzone just by tuning in to the live CDL streams.

How to Get CDL 2025 Viewership Rewards for Black Ops 6 and Warzone

It is easy to earn these rewards, but you have to link your Activision and YouTube accounts first.

To begin:

  • Visit the CDL Championship Viewership Rewards page on the Call of Duty League website.
  • Log in with your Activision account.
  • Choose the “Link YouTube” option and link your YouTube account to your Activision ID.

Once your accounts are connected, you just need to watch CDL 2025 official livestreams on YouTube, beginning June 26 at 3 PM ET. If viewers want to, they can keep the stream open in the background, and watch time will continue to count toward unlocking the rewards.

CDL 2025 Viewership Rewards Schedule

Every day of the Championship Weekend is a new set of rewards. Watch times are reset every day, and therefore, fans will have to reach each day’s viewing milestones in order to earn all items.

  • June 26
    • 1 Hour: Stay Frosty Calling Card
    • 1.5 Hours: 60-Minute Double XP Token
    • 2 Hours: Get Good Weapon Sticker
    • 2.5 Hours: 60-Minute Double Weapon XP Token
    • 3 Hours: Perfect Timing Emblem
  • June 27
    • 1 Hour: Raining Riches Calling Card
    • 1.5 Hours: 60-Minute Double XP Token
    • 2 Hours: Regain Weapon Sticker
    • 2.5 Hours: 60-Minute Double Weapon XP Token
    • 3 Hours: Serving Up Some W’s Animated Emblem
  • June 28
    • 1 Hour: Beaver Emblem
    • 1.5 Hours: 60-Minute Double XP Token
    • 2 Hours: Sweaty Hours Calling Card
    • 2.5 Hours: 60-Minute Double Weapon XP Token
    • 3 Hours: Corner Camper Animated Calling Card
  • June 29
    • 30 Minutes: To the Bank Emblem
    • 45 Minutes: Northern Skyline Calling Card
    • 1 Hour: Ohh Charm
    • 1.5 Hours: 60-Minute XP Token & 60-Minute Double Weapon XP Token
    • 2 Hours: Aurora Sky AMES 85 Weapon Blueprint

This year’s Championship Weekend is particularly special. Not only is it the league’s first big event on Canadian territory, but it comes at a critical time in the Call of Duty esports schedule. With fresh maps such as Shutdown and Fugitive, as well as the gameplay reworks that came with Season 4, the competitive meta has shifted, promising upsets to come.

SouL, Godlike Trail in BMPS 2025: Can They Make a Comeback? Two Days Left

Moin Khot
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SouL, Godlike Trail in BMPS 2025: Can They Make a Comeback? Two Days Left

The Battlegrounds Mobile India Pro Series 2025 (BMPS 2025) Semi Finals Week 2 has reached its halfway point, and two of India’s most beloved BGMI teams find themselves in precarious positions. After Day 2 concluded on 20th June, 2025, iQOO Soul sits at 13th place with 41 points, while Hero Xtreme Godlike languishes even further down at 16th position with 35 points. With only the top 8 teams qualifying for the Grand Finals in Delhi, both organizations face an uphill battle.

iQOO SouL and Hero Xtreme Godlike Trails Behind in BMPS 2025

The overall leaderboard after 12 matches shows Gods Omen leading with an impressive 83 points, followed closely by OnePlus Gods Reign at 82 points. Meanwhile, Soul and Godlike’s positions highlight their struggles in this crucial stage. Soul managed to accumulate 41 points across their first eight matches, while Godlike could only muster 35 points, placing them dangerously close to elimination territory.

Both teams had disappointing starts on Day 1, where they were positioned at 18th and 19th places respectively with just 15 points each. While Soul managed to climb slightly up the rankings on Day 2, their progress remains insufficient given the fierce competition.

Can iQOO SouL and Hero Xtreme Godlike Stage a Comeback?

With 16 matches total per team and only 8 matches remaining over the coming two days, both Soul and Godlike need exceptional performances to break into the top 8. The format allows each team to play 4 matches per day, providing limited opportunities for redemption.

The mathematics are unforgiving. Teams like Team Insane Esports (6th with 61 points), Mysterious 4 (7th with 56 points), and Volcano Esports (8th with 55 points) currently occupy the bottom three qualification spots. Soul needs to gain at least 15-20 points to secure their position, while Godlike faces an even steeper climb.

Both organizations boast massive fan followings and have recently performed well in major tournaments. Their supporters are hoping for miraculous turnarounds in the remaining matches scheduled for 21st and 22nd June.

Stay tuned to the TalkEsport app for detailed gaming and esports coverage, latest news, and much more!

MongolZ Defeats FaZe Clan to Reach BLAST.tv Austin Major Semi-finals

Sarjyo Mukherjee
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MongolZ Defeats FaZe Clan to Reach BLAST.tv Austin Major Semi-finals

MongolZ has booked a spot in the semi-finals of BLAST.tv Austin Major beating FaZe Clan with a 2-0 scoreline. A historic win for the organisation will see the Asian team book a spot in the semi-finals against paiN.

VETO

  • The MongolZ removed Train
  • FaZe removed Inferno
  • The MongolZ picked Mirage
  • FaZe picked Anubis
  • FaZe removed Nuke
  • The MongolZ removed Dust2
  • Ancient was left over

Map 1: Mirage; Pick: MongolZ; Winner: MongolZ

Starting strong on the defence, FaZe dropped the ball, losing to an eco. MongolZ not only outclassed FaZe but also managed to level the scoreline. Starting with a leveled scoreboard, MongolZ pulled ahead by winning a streak of rounds as FaZe continued to struggle. With the stars of FaZe failing to deliver on the big stage, MongolZ managed to close the game with little effort. With 21 kills to his name, 910 dropped a masterclass worth 1.51 IR.

Map 2: Anubis; Pick: FaZe; Winner: MongolZ

Coming off the loss, FaZe managed to post a decent first half, edging out a 2-round lead before switching sides, but MongolZ managed to take a lead this putting FaZe on the backfoot right from the get-go. While FaZe did manage to level the scoreline, MongolZ did not let them push the game to OT and closed the map within the regulation rounds. Techno with a 1.45 IR stood out as the best player for MongolZ despite the best efforts from the ELiGE.

FaZe Clan takes an exit from the Major with their heads held high after a tough season. s1mple’s addition did improve the team, but that was far from enough to get them back to winning ways. Only time can tell what will become of the roster, but as of now, they exceeded expectations to reach this stage, but this loss was anything but expected.

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