S8UL Esports just officially picked up the entire Team Elite lineup for Free Fire MAX, and it’s a big deal for the Indian mobile esports scene. This move instantly gives S8UL one of the most proven and experienced rosters in the country, putting them in a strong spot for every upcoming Free Fire MAX tournament.

Free Fire MAX S8UL Elite Roster Announcement

The squad will be captained by Lokesh "Pahadi" Karakoti, one of the most respected in-game leaders in Indian Free Fire. Pahadi previously took Team Elite to the title in the Free Fire Indian Championship (FFIC) 2021 Fall, where they pocketed ₹41.3 lakh. This year (2025) Garena also awarded him Best Sniper of the Year.

His longtime teammates staying with him are:

  • Jayesh "Mr. Jay" Yadav – took home Rusher of the Year for his aggressive entry-fragging style
  • Hasan Haider (Hasan)
  • Adeeb Ansari (Adeeb)
  • Syed Arman Ali (Arman)

These five have played together for years, so their coordination and clutch ability are already top-tier. Most people consider this the strongest active Free Fire MAX lineup in India right now.

Why This Matters for S8UL

S8UL, already huge in both esports and content creation, is doubling down on competitive Free Fire by bringing in a roster that has consistently been at the very top of the Indian leaderboards.

“We are excited to have a roster that we now consider to be the best Free Fire MAX roster living and competing in India. They have a unique skill set and understanding of the game that parallels S8UL's commitment to competitive esports and direction.”
— S8UL co-founder Naman "Mortal" Mathur

“I couldn't believe it when I was told. Joining a brand that has helped shape India's digital gaming culture means a lot.”
— Pahadi

First Big Test: Lidoma Endless Series 2025

The new S8UL Elite squad makes its debut at the Lidoma Endless Global Championship (LES) 2025 on November 27-28 in Abu Dhabi, fighting for a $40,000 prize pool. They’ll face heavy hitters like Team Falcons and LOUD, so it’s the perfect chance to see how the roster performs under the S8UL banner right away. A solid result here would do a lot for India’s reputation on the global Free Fire stage.

This signing fits perfectly into S8UL’s bigger international plans. Earlier in 2025 they became the first Indian org to be named a Club Partner by the Esports World Cup Foundation (EWCF) and picked up four nominations at the Esports Awards 2025. Adding this elite Free Fire lineup only strengthens their push into global competition.

With more events like the Free Fire Wall Royale Event 2025 coming up, everything is lined up for S8UL Elite to keep the momentum going and possibly become one of the best Free Fire MAX teams in the world while raising the bar for Indian esports.