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The PUBG Mobile World Cup (PMWC) 2026 Grand Finals are set to begin on Friday, August 14, with 16 teams battling for the prestigious championship in Paris, France. PMWC 2026 Grand Finals Day 1 will feature six matches across Rondo, Erangel and Miramar, with the action beginning at 4:30 PM IST.
A total of 16 teams have qualified for the Grand Finals, with 10 teams advancing from the Group Stage and six securing their places through the Survival Stage. The three-day finale will feature up to 18 matches, with six games scheduled on each day.
The tournament carries a massive $3 million prize pool, making the PMWC 2026 Grand Finals one of the biggest PUBG Mobile esports events of the year.
PMWC 2026 Grand Finals Day 1: Key Details You Need to Know
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Tournament | PUBG Mobile World Cup 2026 |
| Stage | Grand Finals |
| Day 1 Date | August 14, 2026 |
| Location | Paris, France |
| Teams | 16 |
| Day 1 Matches | 6 |
| Total Grand Finals Matches | 18 |
| Prize Pool | $3 million |
| Livestream Start | 4:00 PM IST |
| First Match | 4:30 PM IST |
| Maps | Rondo, Erangel, Miramar |
PMWC 2026 Day 1 Schedule: Check All 6 Matches, Maps and Timings
The opening day of the PMWC 2026 Grand Finals will feature six matches. The action will begin with Rondo before teams move into three consecutive Erangel games. The final two matches of the day will be played on Miramar.
| Match | Map | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|
| Match 1 | Rondo | 4:30 PM |
| Match 2 | Erangel | 5:20 PM |
| Match 3 | Erangel | 6:10 PM |
| Match 4 | Erangel | 7:00 PM |
| Match 5 | Miramar | 7:50 PM |
| Match 6 | Miramar | 8:40 PM |
With six matches scheduled, teams will have plenty of opportunities to collect placement points and eliminations and establish an early lead on the leaderboard.
How to Watch PMWC 2026 Grand Finals Day 1 Live in India?
Fans can watch the PMWC 2026 Grand Finals livestream on the official PUBG Mobile Esports and EWC India YouTube channels.
The live broadcast is scheduled to begin at 4:00 PM IST, while the first match will get underway at 4:30 PM IST.
Indian viewers can follow all six Day 1 matches live and keep track of the leaderboard as the 16 teams compete for the PMWC 2026 trophy.
PMWC 2026 Grand Finals Teams: Full List of All 16 Qualified Squads
The PMWC 2026 Grand Finals feature a strong international lineup, with teams from Asia, Europe, the Middle East and South America competing for the title.
- 4Thrives - Pakistan
- Orangutan - India
- Aurora Gaming - Mongolia
- Team Flash - Vietnam
- Nigma Galaxy - Bahrain
- Team Vitality - Indonesia
- IDA Esports - Turkey
- GodLike - India
- Horaa Esports - Nepal
- S2G - Turkey
- Tianba - China
- ULA - Saudi Arabia
- NS RedForce - South Korea
- FURIA - Brazil
- ULF - Turkey
- EArena - Thailand
PMWC 2026 Grand Finals Format: Matches, Maps and Rules Explained
The PMWC 2026 Grand Finals feature 16 teams competing across 18 matches over three days. Each day will consist of six matches, with teams competing on Rondo, Erangel and Miramar.
Every elimination and placement finish will be important as teams attempt to build their overall score. Consistency across all three days could ultimately prove decisive in the race for the PMWC 2026 championship.
Final Word
The PMWC 2026 Grand Finals Day 1 will kick off the final battle for the PUBG Mobile World Cup trophy. Six matches across Rondo, Erangel and Miramar will give all 16 teams their first opportunity to establish themselves at the top of the standings.
With Orangutan and GodLike representing India, 4Thrives looking for another global title and Team Vitality aiming to continue its impressive run, Day 1 is expected to deliver plenty of high-level PUBG Mobile action.
PMWC 2026 Grand Finals Day 1 begins at 4:30 PM IST, with the livestream starting at 4:00 PM IST.
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