The BGMI Masters Series Season 5 Grand Finals are officially underway in New Delhi, featuring 16 top Indian esports teams competing for a prize pool exceeding Rs 1 crore. Organized by youth entertainment and esports firm NODWIN Gaming, the final stage runs from Sept. 4 to Sept. 6. Over these three days, the finalists are scheduled to play 18 matches to decide the national champion. The team that finishes at the top of the points table will take home the winner’s check of Rs 40 lakh.
Key Takeaways
- Sixteen teams qualified for the Grand Finals after the League Stage, Super Weekend, and Playoffs.
- The tournament takes place from Sept. 4 to Sept. 6 across 18 total matches.
- The champion gets Rs 40 lakh, while the second and third place squads receive Rs 15 lakh and Rs 6 lakh respectively.
- Individual awards include a trophy and a TVS motorcycle for the Most Valuable Player, along with another bike for the Most Wicked Player.
- Matches stream daily on KICK starting at 3:30 PM IST, with live audience tickets sold on the official NODWIN portal.
Tournament Format and Contenders
The path to the finals saw intense battles across the preliminary rounds. Six teams, including iQOO Team Tamilas, Elite Nova Esports, iQOO SOUL, Nebula Esports, Gladiators Esports, and IRIS MYTH, secured direct berths through their regular performances. The other ten squads fought through the high-pressure Playoff matches to claim their spots.
Teams now face six matches per day across classic battle royale maps. Scoring balances match placement points with direct elimination counts. The final lineup includes heavy hitters like iQOO Revenant Xspark, iQOO 8BIT, Team Apex Gaming featuring TAGJONATHAN16, Wyld Fangs, Team Outrage, 7Gods Esports, GOSOLO RAPID CHAOS ESPORTS, GENESIS ESPORTS, iQOO ORANGUTAN, and iQOO Reckoning Esports.
Prize Pool and Individual Accolades
The total prize pool stands over Rs 1 crore, with top placements earning large cash rewards. The second-placed squad earns Rs 15 lakh, and the third-place finisher takes Rs 6 lakh.
Individual performers also receive tangible rewards. The tournament MVP, judged solely on Grand Finals matches, receives a brand-new TVS bike along with a custom trophy. A second TVS motorcycle goes to the tournament’s Most Wicked Player, recognizing standout plays across the entire season.
Broadcast Details
Gaming enthusiasts across India can watch the Grand Finals live on KICK, the official streaming partner for NODWIN Gaming. The live broadcast starts at 3:30 PM IST every day. Fans attending the venue can purchase spectator passes directly through bgms.nodwin.shop.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Where can I watch BGMI Masters Series Season 5 Grand Finals live?
A1. The tournament streams live on NODWIN Gaming’s official channel on the KICK broadcast platform starting at 3:30 PM IST each day.
Q2. What is the total prize pool for BGMS Season 5?
A2. The total prize pool exceeds Rs 1 crore, with the winning team taking home Rs 40 lakh.
Q3. How many matches will be played in the BGMS Season 5 Grand Finals?
A3. The 16 teams will compete across 18 matches, scheduled across three days from Sept. 4 to Sept. 6.
Q4. What rewards do individual players receive at BGMS Season 5?
A4. The Grand Finals MVP receives a trophy and a TVS bike, while the Most Wicked Player also wins a TVS motorcycle.
