Chennai Esports Global Championship Breaks Records with 90,000 Viewers — India’s Biggest PC Esports Revolution Begins!
The Chennai Esports Global Championship (CEGC) — an initiative by the Government of Tamil Nadu through the Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT) and executed by Skyesports — has officially become India’s most-watched PC esports IP, hitting an astonishing 90,000 peak concurrent viewers (CCV) across YouTube, Twitch, and global watch parties.
This record was set during the CEGC – Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) Qualifiers, where top international teams clashed for two coveted spots in the upcoming Main Event in Chennai. The event’s world-class broadcast quality, intense gameplay, and international reach have cemented CEGC’s reputation as a made-in-India global esports property.
World’s Top Teams Light Up the Qualifiers
The qualifiers drew global attention as powerhouse teams such as BC.Game — featuring legendary player Oleksandr “s1mple” Kostyliev — along with BIG and FUT Esports, competed for supremacy.
After a thrilling showdown, BIG, Mousquetaires, True Thunder, and Team Nemesis Asia advanced to the Main Event, earning their places among the best. Meanwhile, the Indian Qualifiers are ongoing, giving domestic teams the chance to represent India on one of the biggest esports stages in Asia.
Main Event Set for November 2025 — A Global Esports Festival in Chennai
The CEGC – Counter-Strike 2 Main Event is set to take place from November 7 to 9, 2025, at the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium, Chennai.
The event will feature elite teams from India, Southeast Asia, and Europe, all competing for a USD 50,000 prize pool.
Following that, from November 14 to 16, 2025, the CEGC – Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI) tournament will bring together India’s top mobile esports teams, with a massive ₹50,00,000 prize pool, promising high-octane action for fans.
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“India Can Build World-Class Esports IPs” — Skyesports CEO Shiva Nandy
“The Chennai Esports Global Championship is proof that India can build world-class esports IPs from the ground up,” said Shiva Nandy, Founder and CEO of Skyesports. “The record-breaking viewership of the CEGC CS2 Qualifiers shows that esports created in Chennai can engage global audiences and compete with the best international tournaments. With SDAT’s vision and support, we’re positioning Tamil Nadu as the bridge that connects Indian talent and creativity to the world.”
Government-Backed Innovation: A First for Indian Esports
The CEGC is India’s first state-backed international esports championship, uniquely blending government vision with private execution.
The 90,000 CCV milestone achieved even before the Main Event highlights India’s rapidly expanding esports audience and positions Chennai as the country’s next major esports hub.
India’s Esports Future Looks Bright
According to a report by IMARC Group, the global esports market was valued at USD 2.08 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 10.06 billion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 17.05%.
With the Asia-Pacific region accounting for over 30% of the market, and India’s gaming population expected to soar from 453 million to 730 million by 2028, the potential is limitless.
The CEGC’s success showcases how India-made esports tournaments can captivate global audiences, drive international participation, and position the country as a key player in the world’s fastest-growing entertainment industry.
Chennai at the Heart of India’s Esports Revolution The Chennai Esports Global Championship 2025 is not just a tournament — it’s a turning point for India’s esports journey. With world-class production, government support, and rising global viewership, CEGC proves that India’s esports future is here — and it begins in Chennai.