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PUBG Mobile Finals Set for Daejeon: Two‑Day Showdown Starts on the 25th
Daejeon, South KoreaSaturday, July 25, 2026
Location: Daejeon e‑Sports Arena
Dates: 25–26 April, Saturday & Sunday
Overview
The Korea e‑Sports League (KEL) is entering its climactic two‑day championship after launching last year to nurture local gaming talent and launch professional careers.
- Season 1 (2025): Teams from Busan, Gwangju, Jinju, and Daejeon competed in 16 squads across six rounds.
- Points System: Scores from the main event carry into the finals.
Current Standings
| Rank | Team | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nongshim RedForce | 9 |
| 2 | Dplus KIA | 8 |
| 3 | FN Sejong | – |
| 4 | Daejeon Game PT | – |
| 5 | Kiwoom DRX | – |
(Teams with fewer points are listed in the “–” column; some collected 1 or 2 points.)
Finals Format
- 12 Matches Total
- Saturday: 6 matches starting at 3 p.m.
- Sunday: 6 matches starting at 3 p.m.
- Prizes
- Champion: Government award + ₩10 million.
- Runners‑up: Cash prizes & special recognitions.
- Top teams qualify for the international PUBG Mobile Cup.
- MVP receives a premium gaming chair.
Attendance & Broadcast
- Free Entry – No tickets required.
- On‑site Activities: Food tastings, giveaways (gaming chairs, power banks).
- Streaming: Live on multiple platforms with local commentary.
Partners & Sponsors
| Entity | Role |
|---|---|
| Ministry of Culture, Sports & Tourism | Supporter |
| Korea e‑Sports Association | Organizer |
| KRAFTON | Organizer |
| Daejeon e‑Sports Arena | Venue & Sponsor |
| SK Telecom | Sponsor |
| Local Restaurant | Sponsor |
| Korea Creative Content Agency | Sponsor |
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