2023 emerged as a successful year for Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI). The game was relaunched in May 2023 following a temporary suspension in July 2022. Following its return, the BGMI community was treated to a plethora of tournaments, including four official events that showcased the cutthroat competition within the BGMI landscape. The year witnessed the rise of new players and teams, while veterans tried to maintain their consistency. Here, we delve into the top 5 most Popular official BGMI tournaments of 2023.
Top 5 Most Watched Official BGMI Tournaments of 2023 by Peak Viewers
Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI) witnessed exceptional competitions in tournaments throughout the 2023. Fans tuned in to watch this growing competition in tournaments, which garnered massive views in all the tournaments. Among the myriad of BGMI events that took place this year, the following tournaments stood out, emerging as the top 5 most watched official BGMI tournaments of the year.
5. BGMI Rising 2023
Kicking off the list is BGMI Rising 2023, which was a showmatch between 64 streamers and professional players, celebrating the comeback of BGMI. Being the first tournament following the game’s return, it was bound to make it in the list. This tournament captivated audiences with a peak viewership of 1,48,442. The tournament featured a competitive prize pool of ₹10,00,000. The event garnered 14,93,000 hours watched, with an engaging airtime of 23 hours and 55 minutes.
4. Battlegrounds Mobile India Pro Series 2023
Securing the fourth position is the last official tournament of 2023 – BGMI Pro Series (BMPS) 2023, drawing in a peak viewership of 1,61,823. This official tournament boasted a substantial prize pool of ₹10,00,00,000, attracting top-tier teams and players. The competition unfolded over an impressive airtime of 75 hours and 20 minutes, accumulating 28,70,474 hours watched.
3. Battlegrounds Mobile India Series 2023: The Grind
Taking the third spot is Battlegrounds Mobile India Series (BGIS) 2023: The Grind, which served as a pathway for the invited teams to the main event of BGIS 2023. Although The Grind didn;t feature any prize pool per se, it garnered a peak viewership of 1,67,746. The Grind stood out with an extensive airtime of 98 hours and 15 minutes, captivating the audience and accumulating 48,62,182 hours watched.
2. India vs Korea Invitational
Securing the second spot on the most watched BGMI tournaments list is the India vs Korea Invitational, witnessing a peak viewership of 1,76,146. Given that the tournament witnessed South Korean esports teams clash against Indian powerhouses, it was bound to be among the top in the list. With a significant prize pool of ₹1,00,00,000, this tournament had a relatively shorter airtime of 18 hours and 50 minutes. Despite the concise duration, the fierce competition drew in 12,60,823 hours watched.
1. Battlegrounds Mobile India Series 2023
Topping the list as the most watched BGMI tournament of 2023 is the Battlegrounds Mobile India Series 2023 (BGIS 2023). Boasting an extraordinary peak viewership of 2,33,610, this tournament featured a substantial prize pool of ₹2,00,00,000. With an extensive airtime of 132 hours and 35 minutes, the competition captivated the audience, accumulating an impressive 59,91,796 hours watched.
As we bid farewell to the BGMI 2023 esports season, 2024 will bring an even more exciting competitive landscape. All the top teams and underdogs are thriving to make a mark in BGMI history. However, the competition is cutthroat, and only the best team will reach the top.
