Waves Esports Championship: Pavan Kampelli to compete in Asian Esports Games

Pavan to represent India in eFootball Championship

New Delhi, November 28, 2024: The first phase of the highly anticipated WAVES Esports Championship 2025 (WESC25) in eFootball concluded with intense competition as over 450 of India’s top players showcased their skills.

Amidst this fierce display of talent, Pavan Kampelli, known as “MrTomboy,” remained undefeated and earned the prestigious honor of representing India at the Asian Esports Games, eFootball segment, in Bangkok on Saturday, November 30.  

Proud moment for Indian Esports

Reflecting on his achievement, Pavan said, “Competing at such a high level in India has been an incredible experience, and this victory feels truly special. Meeting Senthil Rajan Sir was an honor, and I am deeply grateful for the encouragement that Waves Esports Championship is bringing for the Esports Players in India. Our next stop is the Asian Esports Games in Bangkok and I’m fully focused and determined to bring home another win.” 

Furthermore, in a proud moment for Indian esports, Mr Senthil Rajan, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, presented the Team India jersey to Pavan, symbolizing his participation on the global stage before he left for the competition in Bangkok.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr Rajan said, “Waves Esports Championship is a testament to India’s growing prominence in the global esports arena. It is part of the Waves Challenges launched in the build-up to the Waves Summit to be held in February in New Delhi. Under Prime Minister Modi’s vision of a Digital India, esports has emerged as a vital part of our cultural and technological evolution.

It is inspiring to see a young talent like Pavan stepping onto international platforms to represent our nation at the Asian Esports Games with pride.”

The tournament was structured into two groups, with the top eight players advancing to the main stage. Akash, also known as “AKASH_BIT,” secured second place in Phase 1, and will further compete in the WESC25 Grand Finale alongside Pavan, scheduled for February 2024.

As the governing body for esports in India, ESFI has been at the forefront of promoting competitive gaming, playing a pivotal role in events like the Asian Games 2018, 2022, the Commonwealth Esports Championship 2022, and the BRICS Esports Championship 2024 where India secured a historic silver medal.

Having affiliations with the International Esports Federation, Asian Esports Federation and Global Esports Federation, ESFI is committed to elevating India’s presence in the global esports landscape.

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