The first major Battlegrounds Mobile India tournament of the year has wrapped up, reinforcing the game’s impressive trajectory since its resurgence. The ESL Snapdragon Pro Series Season 6: BGMI, featuring a substantial prize pool of $115,525, concluded on February 2 at the Noida Indoor Stadium in New Delhi. This event has now cemented itself as the most successful BGMI tournament in the history of the series.
The Snapdragon Pro Series is the largest global multi-genre mobile esports competition, spanning multiple regions and eight games. With Season 6 marking the final BGMI event in the Year 3 circuit, the series is nearing completion. The previous two seasons, 5 and 6, have been instrumental in reinforcing BGMI’s position in the esports ecosystem, especially following its return from an extended ban in India.
ESL Snapdragon Pro Series Season 6: BGMI – Viewership Milestones and Key Matches
The first offline BGMI competition of 2025 drew immense interest, peaking at 308,882 concurrent viewers during Round 17 on Day 3 of the Finals. K9 Esports appeared to be on the brink of securing the championship, extending their lead to seven points in the general standings. Their dominance suggested they were just moments away from lifting the trophy.
Gods Reign, Snapdragon Pro Season 6 (image via Getty)However, the final game of the tournament delivered a dramatic twist. K9 Esports was eliminated before the closing phases, allowing Team Versatile and Gods Reign—positioned second and third on the leaderboard—to contend for the title. Gods Reign maintained composure in the closing moments, capitalizing on strategic positioning as the circles shrank. Their resilience paid off, securing them the championship along with a lucrative $57,762 prize.
ESL Snapdragon Pro Series’ Most Popular and Most-Watched BGMI Tournaments
The electrifying conclusion to the Challenge Finals played a crucial role in propelling the ESL Snapdragon Pro Series Season 6: BGMI to remarkable viewership figures. The event accumulated 4.48 million Hours Watched (HW) and maintained an Average Viewership (AV) of 60,394 across 74 hours of total airtime. This accomplishment made it the most-watched BGMI tournament within the Snapdragon Pro Series, surpassing the 4 million HW benchmark—a first for the event.
Additionally, the tournament’s peak concurrent viewership of nearly 309,000 solidified its status as the most popular BGMI competition in the Snapdragon Pro Series. It became the first tournament within the series to break the 300,000 PV threshold, reflecting the community’s enthusiasm for high-level competitive play.
Gods Reign, Snapdragon Pro Season 6 (image via Getty)BGMI’s Most Popular Esports Tournaments of All Time
When analyzing the broader BGMI esports terrain, the ESL Snapdragon Pro Series Season 6: BGMI ranks among the all-time greats. It now holds the fifth spot in terms of popularity among all competitive BGMI events. Notably, three of the top five tournaments have taken place since 2024, highlighting the resurgence of the game following its reinstatement in India.
The Snapdragon Pro Series continues to be a driving force in elevating mobile esports globally. BGMI has been one of the primary beneficiaries, enjoying a resurgence in audience engagement since its suspension was lifted. This renewed interest has translated into increased participation and higher viewership, making it an exciting time for both fans and tournament organizers alike.
