Krafton India has partnered with JioCinema to live stream Battlegrounds Mobile India Series (BGIS).
The live stream will start with the final round of The Grind from August 17 to August 20, 2023, followed by Round 1 of BGIS 2023 streaming from August 31 onwards. The Grand Finals of the tournament will be streamed from October 12 to October 14, 2023, on JioCinema. The matches will be streamed from 1 pm to 6 pm according to the schedule.
Krafton India said BGIS will witness over 2,000 teams competing for a prize pool of Rs 2 crores, with Rs 75 lakhs up for grabs for the winner.
Krafton India further said BGIS will feature Hindi and English commentary for all preliminary matches and culminate in a grand finale.
Sean Hyunil Sohn, CEO, Krafton India, said "We are thrilled to collaborate with JioCinema to bring the BGIS 2023 to our passionate fans in a way that has never been done before. JioCinema is a pioneer in bringing enthralling content to its viewers and we are confident that it is the perfect platform for BGIS to deliver an unforgettable tournament, elevating the Esports experience for millions of viewers. With this partnership, we hope to transform the consumption of Esports in the country and inspire the next generation of Esports champions.”
He further said, “Through BGIS we are committed to providing a competitive platform for amateurs as well as professional gamers to showcase their talent and nurture their skills.”
Hursh Shrivastava, Head of Strategy, Partnerships & Acquisitions, Viacom18 Sports, said, "Esports has evolved beyond its niche origins and emerged as a mainstream experience, with a consistent surge in popularity. We are excited to deliver an exhilarating experience to a broader audience across the country with Battlegrounds Mobile India Series 2023. JioCinema remains steadfast to deliver diverse and engaging content to our viewers, and our partnership with Krafton India for BGIS 2023 exemplifies our commitment to staying ahead of the curve.”