This list include both PUBG and PUBG Mobile.
1. Clories (Nguyễn Long Hảo)
Team: The Expandables
Region: Vietnam
Notable Achievements: PGC 2024 MVP, PGC 2024 champion, consistent 2025 regional performances
Why He’s Here: Nguyễn “Clories” Long Hảo is the man right now after his MVP-level performance at PGC 2024, leading The Expandables to a huge win. They’re keeping the same squad for 2025, and Clories is already tearing it up in regional events like the PUBG Players Tour and APAC Qualifiers for the Esports World Cup. His smart plays and crazy kill counts make him a standout, and his fanbase in Vietnam is growing fast.
2025 Outlook: Clories is the guy to beat for PGC 2025 and could grab another MVP award.
2. MAFIOSO
Team: Alpha 7
Region: Brazil
Notable Achievements: 2024 PMWC Gunslinger, record-setting Chicken Dinners in 2024 PMWC, PMGO 2025 qualifier standout
Why He’s Here: MAFIOSO from Alpha 7 is a PUBG Mobile beast. He snagged the 2024 PMWC Gunslinger title with 10 headshots and helped his team set a Chicken Dinner record. In 2025, he’s been dominating PMGO Grand Finals qualifiers with insane aim and leadership. He’s also building a big following in South America.
2025 Outlook: MAFIOSO could lead Alpha 7 to a PMGC 2025 title, especially with the new SMASH rules.
3. seoul (Cho Gi-yeol)
Team: Dplus KIA
Region: South Korea
Notable Achievements: PGC 2023 MVP, PUBG Nations Cup 2023 MVP, Danawa Esports 2023 champion
Why He’s Here: Cho “seoul” Gi-yeol is a PUBG legend. His 2023 MVP awards for PGC and Nations Cup, plus Danawa’s championship, put him on top. Now with Dplus KIA, he’s been crushing 2025 regional qualifiers like the PUBG Players Masters. His highlight-reel plays and growing online fanbase make him a big deal.
2025 Outlook: seoul’s got the skills to push Dplus KIA to another title at PGC or EWC.
4. Inonix (Nam Mu-jun)
Team: FN Esports
Region: South Korea
Notable Achievements: PGC 2023 champion with Danawa Esports, strong 2025 regional performances
Why He’s Here: Nam “Inonix” Mu-jun’s been a star since his PGC 2023 win with Danawa. Now rocking it with FN Esports alongside Nyeong, Starlord, and ZeniTh, he’s still a force in 2025. His early showings in the PUBG Players Masters prove he’s clutch when it counts. Fans love his cool-headed plays.
2025 Outlook: Inonix could solidify his legacy with a big run at EWC or PGC 2025.
5. Aixleft (Zhu Xiaohu)
Team: Petrichor Road
Region: China
Notable Achievements: Multiple MVP awards, consistent top placements with Petrichor Road
Why He’s Here: Zhu “Aixleft” Xiaohu is a rock for Petrichor Road. Whether he’s going solo or rushing with the squad, he gets it done. He’s been key to his team’s success over the last few seasons, with killer performances in 2025’s PUBG Players Masters APAC. His stack of MVP awards says it all.
2025 Outlook: Aixleft’s a safe bet to keep shining and maybe snag another MVP at PGS or PGC.
6. Paraboy (Zhu Bocheng)
Team: Nova Esports
Region: China
Notable Achievements: Multiple PUBG Mobile Global Championship titles, 2024 PMWC standout
Why He’s Here: Zhu “Paraboy” Bocheng is pretty much the GOAT of PUBG Mobile. His reflexes and game sense are on another level, leading Nova Esports to a bunch of titles, including a dominant 2024 PUBG Mobile World Cup. He’s already locked in a PMGO 2025 Grand Finals spot, and his massive Weibo following shows his star power.
2025 Outlook: Paraboy’s got a great shot at another PMGC title in Thailand with the SMASH rules.
7. xmpl (Artem Adarkin)
Team: Twisted Minds
Region: EMEA
Notable Achievements: Multiple PGS trophies with Twisted Minds in 2024, strong PGC 2024 performance
Why He’s Here: Artem “xmpl” joined Twisted Minds late in 2024 and became a core part of their squad. They cleaned up with PGS wins last year but fell short at PGC 2024. In 2025, xmpl’s been a beast in the PUBG EMEA Championship: 2025 Spring, helping his team lock in a top spot. His team-fighting skills are unreal.
2025 Outlook: xmpl could be the key to Twisted Minds finally grabbing that PGC 2025 trophy.
8. LongSkr (Deng Ruilong)
Team: Chosen Clique Gaming (CCG)
Region: China
Notable Achievements: Consistent top-tier performances, strong showings in Chinese regional leagues
Why He’s Here: Deng “LongSkr” Ruilong doesn’t get the love he deserves. After switching to Chosen Clique Gaming in 2025, he’s been putting up solid numbers in regional events like PUBG Players Masters APAC #2. He’s clutch in big moments and keeps CCG competitive.
2025 Outlook: LongSkr could break out at the Esports World Cup if his team finds their groove.
9. TGLTN (James Giezen)
Team: Soniqs
Region: Australia/Americas
Notable Achievements: PUBG Global Series 2023 Phase 2 winner, PUBG Continental Series champion
Why He’s Here: James “TGLTN” Giezen is a fan favorite with insane skills and a big streaming presence. Soniqs didn’t deliver at PGC 2024, but TGLTN’s been a standout in regional stuff like the PUBG Players Tour. His 2021 dominance and huge Twitch following keep him in the conversation.
2025 Outlook: TGLTN’s got all of 2025 to turn things around for Soniqs and maybe grab an MVP nod.
10. Kickstart (Matt Smith)
Team: Soniqs
Region: Americas
Notable Achievements: Multiple PUBG Continental Series wins, consistent top performer in Americas
Why He’s Here: Matt “Kickstart” Smith is a heavy hitter in the Americas, known for his fragging and versatility. Soniqs came up short at PGC 2024, but Kickstart’s been solid in regional events like the PUBG Players Tour and Americas Qualifiers for the Esports World Cup 2025. His move to Soniqs last year showed he can roll with the best, and he’s got a decent following on X (@KSnKickstart).
2025 Outlook: Kickstart could climb higher if Soniqs step up at PGS or EWC.
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