Immortals India is an esports organization founded in 2013 which focuses on helping with the production of esports events. Now, they are announcing the Mumbai Esports Championship 2019 with the aim to leverage the esports industry in India. The tournament will brings amateur players a platform to grow and start their career as an esports player.

The tournament offers a total prize pool of Rs 3 lakh, split evenly among 3 games CS:GO, PUBG Mobile, and FIFA 20. There are 3 phases in total.

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Immortals India announces a new tournament for amateur players

Phase 1

64 teams will be fighting each other to pick out the best 32 teams that will proceed to the next phase. These matches will be played on December 21, 22 at the EXC India - Game Changer, Wadala.

Phase 2

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This tournament can be a good first step for teams who want to go professional

In this phase, 32 teams will be divided into 8 groups with 4 teams in each group. Matches will be played under the League format, which means each group will play 6 matches in total. The winner from each group will advance into the final stage. Teams will be fighting against each other over 4 days.

The locations for Phase 2 are:

  • Level up, Koparkhairane and Destino, Bhandup - December 28,29
  • Global Gaming Cafe, Vashi and Circle Gaming, Vile Parle - January 4,5.

Phase 3

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Matches will be played in different internet café

8 teams in Phase 3 will be playing under Home – Away format, which is a popular format in normal sports events. The location of the Finals isn't set yet because it will be based on the teams who win Phase 2. Teams will play at the opponent's café for Away matches and at their own café for Home matches.

Winning an Away match worth 5 points. Winning a Home match worth 3 points. A draw will result in 1 point for each team.

Teams in Phase 3 will be provided travel fees, food, and beverage.

The Finals will also include Cosplay Contest, Meet & Greet sessions, and CS 1.6 Invitational Match.