iQOO Battlegrounds Series Reveals Group's , Format and Full Prize Pool Breakdown

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The upcoming iQOO Battlegrounds Series — a major Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI) tournament — just got a lot more exciting with the official reveal of its tournament format and prize pool distribution.Slated to kick off on July 21, 2025, at 11:00 AM IST, the series promises not just intense gameplay, but also big stakes with a whopping ₹1 Crore prize pool up for grabs.Backed by iQOO India, and organized in partnership with NODWIN Gaming and Trinity Gaming, this high-octane competition will be streamed live on the iQOO Esports YouTube channel, giving fans across the country front-row access to every headshot, clutch, and chicken dinner moment.

Tournament Format

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The structure of the tournament is designed to ensure both elite and emerging teams get their shot at glory. A total of 32 teams will be competing in the tournament, including:

30 Invited Teams

2 Teams from iQOO Community Cup Season 2 (held in May 2025):

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Jaguar Official

Jux Esports

Here’s a breakdown of how the matches will progress:

Group Stage

Dates: July 21 to July 24, 2025

Format: All 32 teams will compete, likely divided into 4 groups of 8.

Advancement: The top team from each group (total of 8) will directly qualify for the Grand Finals.Remaining teams (positions 9th–32nd) will move into the Semi-Finals.

Group Reveal

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The tournament has been divided into two groups - Group A and Group B, each packed with powerhouse teams, rising stars, and strategic lineups ready to clash on the battlegrounds.

Group A: Stacked with Firepower

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Group A features a dangerous mix of veterans and newcomers:

iQOO Orangutan, known for its aggressive plays

Hero Xtreme GodLike, a fan-favorite team with LAN experience

Phoenix Esports and SpinBot Jaguar, looking to prove their consistency

Surprise entries like Meta Ninja and Team Eggy could shake things up

Notable names like OnePlus Cincinnati Kids, Vasista Esports, and iQOO Team Tamils complete the stacked lineup

📍 Group B: The Group of Death?

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Group B isn't any less intimidating, boasting:

iQOO Soul, backed by a massive fanbase and strong synergy

iQOO 8Bit, ready to make a strong comeback

Legendary squads like OnePlus Gods Reign, Genesis Esports, and Team Forever

Underdogs like TWOB, RedXross, and JUX Esports could pull off upsets

Exciting collaborations like iQOO Revenant x Spark and 16Score x BotArmy round off a grou

p filled with unpredictability

Tournament Process

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Semi-Finals

Dates: July 25 to July 28, 2025

Teams: 24 teams compete (those that did not qualify directly from the Group Stage)

Advancement: Top 8 teams from the Semi-Finals will advance to the Grand Finals, joining the 8 pre-qualified teams.Elimination: Bottom 16 teams will be knocked out of the tournament.

Grand Finals

Dates: August 8, 9, and 10, 2025

Location: LAN Finale in Delhi (venue TBA)

Teams: 16 final teams (8 from Group Stage + 8 from Semi-Finals)This stage will determine the ultimate champions of the iQOO Battlegrounds Series.

Prize Pool Distribution

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With ₹1,00,00,000 on the line, here's how the prize pool will be split across the final rankings:

Champion: ₹55,00,000

Runner-up: ₹15,00,000

3rd Place: ₹7,50,000

4th Place: ₹3,50,000

5th Place: ₹2,50,000

6th Place: ₹2,00,000

7th–8th Place: ₹1,75,000 each

9th–10th Place: ₹1,50,000 each

11th–12th Place: ₹1,25,000 each

13th–14th Place: ₹1,00,000 each

15th–16th Place: ₹75,000 each

iQOO MVP (Most Valuable Player): ₹2,00,000

iQOO Neo 10 Official Device

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The event also serves as a showcase for iQOO’s Neo 10 smartphone, which is expected to be the official device for the series. As per teaser visuals, the Neo 10 will likely power gameplay across all stages, underlining the brand’s focus on performance-first mobile gaming.

Where to Watch

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Catch the full series live on the ,iQOO Esports YouTube channel starting July 21 at 11:00 AM IST.With professional production, tight match-ups, and a massive cash prize on the line, this tournament is shaping up to be one of India’s biggest BGMI events of the year.