Pakistan has officially confirmed its six‑member squad for the EWC 2026, set to take place in Paris from July 6 to August 23. The PUBG Mobile segment will run between August 6 and August 16, featuring 32 global teams battling for a massive $3,000,000 prize pool.
The national roster reflects a strong mix of experience and fresh talent.
Falak Sher (Age 19) — 4Thrives
IQ (Age 22) — 4Thrives
Crypto(22)— AS i8
Roshaan — LF Esports
Lord — Xgeneration
Coach: Taimor Ali Khan — Maxebels
This lineup highlights Pakistan’s strategy of combining proven performers with rising stars. The inclusion of experienced names alongside younger talent gives the team both stability and fresh energy. Each player adds a distinct role, from aggressive fragging to tactical rotations, ensuring the squad is versatile enough to adapt to different challenges on the global stage.
Guiding the team is Coach Taimor Ali Khan from Maxebels, whose leadership and tactical insight will be crucial as Pakistan prepares to face the world’s best.
With this balanced roster, Pakistan enters PMGC 2026 with high hopes of making a mark on the global stage, showcasing the country’s growing strength in mobile esports.
The PUBG Mobile Global Open (PMGO) 2026 Season 1, South Asia Finals concluded at the Expo Center Lahore from May 14–17, 2026, featuring 16 elite squads from across South Asia. The offline event highlighted Pakistan’s growing esports hosting capabilities, with teams competing for a $40,000 prize pool and qualification spots for the PMGO Main Event.
Key Highlights
Champion: 4thrives Esports (Pakistan); secured $9,000 and direct entry to the Main Event.
Total Points: 242
Consistently aggressive, securing multiple WWCDs and topping both eliminations and overall standings.
Runner-up: Horaa Esports (South Asia); earned $5,500 and qualification.
Total Points: 216
Balanced playstyle with strong rotations and steady finishes, keeping them in contention throughout.
Third Place: Trained to Kill (Nepal); clinched $4,500 and a Main Event slot.
Total Points: 188
Known for clutch plays and resilience, they edged into the top three with disciplined late-game strategies.
MVP: FALAK (Pakistan); awarded $500.
Special Awards: HUZAIFA (Most Eliminations in a Match), 4thrives Esports (Most WWCD & Most Eliminations in a Day).
These three top teams; 4thrives Esports, Horaa Esports, and Trained to Kill will now advance to the PMGO 2026 Main Event, representing South Asia on the global stage.
Pakistan Representation
Seven teams qualified through PMNC PK Spring 2026, One was invited, making Pakistan the largest contingent at the finals:
4thrives Esports
Koxav Esports
LF Esports
AS i8 Esports
XOTICS
Seventh Element
Red Saints
313 Esports
Bangladesh Representation
Bangladesh fielded four teams via PMNC BD Spring 2026:
A1 RG Esports
ZC Gremlin Storm
CMF Esports
Galactic Spirit
South Asia Representation
Three teams earned their place through PMNC SA Spring 2026:
Horaa Esports
Trained to Kill
DRS Gaming
Abrupt Slayers
Regional Breakdown
Pakistan: 40 players (51%)
Nepal: 20 players (25%)
Bangladesh: 19 players (24%)
Broadcast & Talent
Coverage spanned multiple languages:
English Hosts: Olofmiester (Syed Ali), RZ (Rana Zubair Jawad)
Urdu Analysts & Commentators: FRAGGER OPP, Gaming Portal, VOLTRUX, Aadi, Aladdin, Star Haris
Nepali Commentators: AnshYT, Mandip Casts
The Bigger Picture
The PMGO South Asia Finals crowned regional champions and underscored Pakistan’s role in hosting tier-A esports tournaments. With diverse representation from Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, and South Asia, the event delivered memorable performances and broadcast innovation; setting the stage for the region’s top squads to shine at the PMGO Main Event.
In August 2025, under the blazing lights of Riyadh’s esports arena, EWC with the biggest and highest prize pool was Helding up and five young men from Pakistan competed side by side, carrying the hopes of a growing gaming community. 4Thrives Esports, a self-managed PUBG Mobile team with no sponsors and no bootcamp, had made it to the Grand Finals of the PUBG Mobile World Cup (PMWC). And they didn’t just show up—they finished 7th out of 24 global teams, earning $157,000 USD and rewriting the story of Pakistani esports.
This wasn’t just a tournament. It was a test of grit, loyalty, and leadership. And at the heart of it all stood Falak Sher, the team’s captain and owner, whose quiet resolve became the backbone of their success.
From Raw Beginnings to Riyadh’s Grand Stage
4Thrives Esports was formed on December 1, 2024, not in a corporate office or gaming house—but through WhatsApp calls, shared dreams, and relentless practice. Their manager, Usman “Shaheen” Tariq, handpicked players based on synergy, not fame. The final lineup:
Falak Sher “FALAK” – Captain & Owner
Sameer “Nocki” Khan – Support
Hasnain “T24OP” Rehman – Scout
Niash “CAIRO” Hassan – Sniper
Shayan “IQ” Asad – IGL
Usman “Shaheen” Tariq – Manager & Analyst
Their first major breakthrough came at PMSL Central & South Asia Spring 2025, where they placed 3rd, earning $18,750 USD and a direct slot in PMWC. But it was their group stage performance at PMWC that stunned the world:
2nd overall ranking
111 kills
65 eliminations
2 Chicken Dinners
They became the first Pakistani team ever to reach the Grand Finals of an S-tier PUBG Mobile event.
Grand Finals: Pressure, Precision, and Pride
The Grand Finals, held from August 1–3, introduced the Smash Rule—a format where the leading team could win instantly with a Chicken Dinner. 4Thrives didn’t clinch the title, but they held their own against giants from China, Korea, Myanmar, and Europe.
Final Placement: 7th
Final Points: 109
Prize Money from Finals: $80,000 USD
Total Earnings: $157,000 USD
Falak Sher, owner and star player of 4Thrives Esports, helped lead the team to a historic 7th place finish at PMWC 2025, ranking 6th in frags and 3rd in overall damage.
No dramatic speeches. No viral interviews. Just results, respect, and a nation watching.
Team Manager
Their manager, Shaheen, played a crucial role—handling analytics, strategy, and emotional support. Behind every rotation and zone prediction was hours of unpaid labor and belief.
National Impact: A New Chapter for Pakistani Esports
4Thrives’ success has sparked a wave of pride across Pakistan’s gaming community. From Lahore to Quetta, young players now cite Falak and his squad as role models. Their story is being shared in Urdu captions, TikTok edits, and Instagram reels—with hashtags like:
#FalakSher
#4ThrivesEsports
#PakistanGaming
#PMWC2025
They’ve helped shift the narrative around gaming—from taboo to talent. Media outlets, influencers, and even educators are beginning to recognize esports as a legitimate career path.
What Comes Next?
With PMWC behind them, 4Thrives is expected to compete in PMSL Fall 2025 and possibly qualify for the PUBG Mobile Global Championship (PMGC). Their accumulated points and global visibility make them strong contenders.
Despite operating without a bootcamp or org, their self-managed model has proven that discipline and loyalty can rival even the biggest names.
Conclusion: Pakistan Didn’t Just Participate, it proved its presence
4Thrives Esports didn’t arrive with fanfare. They arrived with focus. In less than nine months, they went from unknowns to global contenders—earning respect, revenue, and a place in history.
Their journey wasn’t exaggerated. It was earned. And as the closing ceremony lights dimmed in Riyadh, one truth remained:
Pakistan didn’t just participate. It thrived.
Resilience isn’t always loud. 4Thrives shows that true growth is deliberate, shaped with intent. From setbacks to new beginnings, this platform honors every step forward. Congratulations, Team 4Thrives.
