In a groundbreaking move for the Indian esports scene, S8UL has been officially welcomed into the Esports World Cup 2025 Club Partner Program. This recognition crowns S8UL, a merger of the organizations 8bit and Soul, as the sole Indian organization selected from a pool of 40 elite esports teams worldwide. The momentous announcement was revealed in a press release and through a video shared across S8UL’s social media platforms.
With this partnership, S8UL is expected to significantly influence the growth and popularity of the Esports World Cup 2025 (EWC 2025), which is set to take place in Riyadh later this year. This milestone is anticipated to enhance the viewing experience for a substantial Indian audience during the event.
Representation of India at the Esports World Cup 2025: S8UL’s Pivotal Role
S8UL has established itself as a formidable force in various competitive gaming sectors, including BGMI, Pokémon Unite, Valorant, and Call of Duty Mobile (CODM). This organization, multiple-time winner of the Esports Awards and Mobies, solidifies its role as a vital entity within the global esports arena through its selection to the EWC 2025 Club Partner Program.
Animesh “Thug”Agarwal, Co-Founder and CEO of S8UL, expressed his elation regarding this prestigious selection, stating:
“Being selected as an EWCF Club Partner for the Esports World Cup 2025 is not just a monumental achievement for S8UL- it’s a defining moment for Indian esports on the global stage. I am personally proud of this because it speaks to the years of hard work put in by everyone here at S8UL and the support of the incredible community that we have built. It’s indeed a great opportunity- it gives our players, creators, and the entire org a chance to bring our content, talent, and passion to a worldwide audience.”
Addressing the responsibilities that come with this honor, Thug remarked:
“Being part of this group of the world’s 40 leading esports orgs comes with a sense of responsibility. We are here to showcase India’s exceptional gaming talent, elevate our fans’ experience, and push the boundaries of what’s possible for Indian esports.”
Hans Jagnow, Director of Club & Player Relations at the Esports World Cup Foundation, also weighed in on this exciting development:
“India is home to one of the world’s most passionate and rapidly growing gaming communities, and S8UL joining the EWCF Club Partner Program as a member is a significant moment for Indian esports.”
He further noted:
“Over the last years, S8UL has built a globally recognised powerhouse —not just in esports, but in gaming culture across the region—and we’re excited to see them bring their energy and talent as one of the leading esports content groups to the Road to EWC25 and tell exciting stories around and beyond the 2025 Esports World Cup to the Indian esports community.”
S8UL’s induction into the Esports World Cup 2025 Club Partner Program has already sparked considerable excitement among gamers and fans alike, heralding a new chapter in the Indian esports narrative.
For further details, you can watch the official announcement here.
To explore more about S8UL’s journey and contributions, visit this link.