The BGMI Showdown 2025 (BMSD 2025) Grand Finale kicked off on October 10, 2025, in Hyderabad, bringing together 16 top teams to compete for a Rs. 1 crore prize pool and a coveted slot in the global PUBG Mobile championship. This three-day event features intense battles across multiple maps, with the top eight teams from the semi-finals and survival stage clashing in a high-stakes format. Day 1 consisted of six matches, delivering thrilling action, dominant performances, and surprising upsets as teams vied for early leaderboard supremacy.
Key Highlights from the Matches
The day started strong with a mix of aggressive plays and strategic rotations across Erangel and Miramar maps. Here's a breakdown of the match winners and notable moments:
- Match 1 (Erangel): K9 Esports claimed the first Chicken Dinner with a solid performance, securing crucial points to start their campaign.
- Match 2 (Erangel): iQOO Orangutan dominated, earning their first WWCD (Winner Winner Chicken Dinner) of the day. Team Soul finished third with 10 eliminations, showcasing strong fragging from players like Legit (4 kills) and Joker (3 kills).
- Match 3 (Erangel): True Rippers took the win, building momentum for their consistent Day 1 run. Soul placed eighth with 5 finishes, including contributions from Goblin (2 kills) and Joker (2 kills).
- Match 4 (Erangel): Team Soul bounced back spectacularly, grabbing their WWCD with 7 eliminations. Nakul led with 3 kills, helping the team climb the standings.
- Match 5 (Miramar): Nebula Esports secured the victory, tying them with True Rippers in points by day's end.
- Match 6 (Miramar): Orangutan closed out the day with their second WWCD, solidifying their lead. Soul finished second with 7 kills, pushing their total to 66 points.
Standout players included Orangutan's roster, who racked up consistent finishes, and Team Soul's Nakul and Joker, each with 12 eliminations across the day. Teams like GodLike and Carnival Gaming struggled, failing to crack the top eight, while underdogs like True Rippers impressed with tactical plays.
Overall Standings After Day 1
With 12 matches remaining over the next two days, the leaderboard sets the stage for fierce competition. Here's the points table:
| Rank | Team | Points | WWCD |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Orangutan (OG) | 70 | 2 |
| 2 | Team Soul (SOUL) | 66 | 1 |
| 3 | True Rippers (TR) | 44 | 1 |
| 4 | Nebula Esports (NBE) | 44 | 1 |
| 5 | K9 Esports | 37 | 1 |
| 6 | M4 Esports | 35 | 0 |
| 7 | 8BIT | 33 | 0 |
Lower-ranked teams like VS, GodLike, and CK will need strong recoveries to contend for the title.
Day 1 highlighted the unpredictable nature of BGMI esports, with Orangutan emerging as frontrunners but Team Soul hot on their heels. Fans can catch the action live on YouTube or follow updates on social media as the finale continues. Stay tuned for Day 2, where shifts in the meta could redefine the leaderboard.