Skyesports, a leading esports tournament organizer, has announced a groundbreaking roadmap for Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) in India.
The company has unveiled plans for four major tournaments, offering a combined prize pool of INR 14.68 crore (approximately $1.75 million).
The lineup of tournaments includes:
- Skyesports Souvenir 2025: A Tier 2 event with a prize pool of $250,000.
- Skyesports Masters 2025: A Tier 1 event with a prize pool of $500,000.
- Skyesports Championship 2025: A Tier 1 event with a prize pool of $500,000.
- Skyesports World Tour 2025: A Tier 1 event with a prize pool of $500,000.
These events will mark a historic milestone for Indian esports, as the country will host its first-ever Tier 1 CS2 tournaments. International esports organisations from around the world will compete in these events, showcasing their skills and vying for a share of the substantial prize pool.
Shiva Nandy, Founder and CEO, Skyesports, expressed his excitement about the roadmap, stating, “Our vision since inception in 2018 was to create indigenous IPs and bring international players and teams to India. The 2025 CS2 esports roadmap is a testament to that as we will be hosting all four events in India, with global teams participating. These tournaments will not only strengthen Skyesports’ position as a global esports brand but also showcase India as a crucial market for world-class international esports events.”
Sudarshan S, Head of PC Esports at Skyesports, added, “Being an India-based esports company, we are able to ensure that local esports players are given a platform to showcase their skills and compete in the biggest CS2 events of the world. Additionally, we believe in the power of grassroots and that’s why we will be hosting open qualifiers across different regions globally.”
The announcement comes at a time when the global esports market is experiencing rapid growth. According to Verified Market Research, the market is expected to reach $7.5 billion by 2030. India, with its large and growing gaming community, is well-positioned to become a major player in the global esports landscape. Skyesports’ ambitious roadmap is a significant step towards realizing this potential.
Skyesports is a prominent esports organisation in South Asia, renowned for hosting major tournaments across various gaming titles. Founded in 2018, the entity has played a pivotal role in elevating the esports scene in India, providing a platform for talented gamers to showcase their skills and compete for significant prize pools. With a focus on creating unique gaming experiences and fostering a strong community, Skyesports has become a leading force in the Indian esports industry.