The year 2023 marked a successful return for Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI) as it resumed operations in May 2023. Throughout the year, the BGMI community witnessed a plethora of tournaments, not only the official events but also unofficial tournaments, i.e., third-party tournaments. Here, we explore the Top 5 Most Popular Unofficial BGMI Tournaments of 2023.
Top 5 Most Watched Unofficial BGMI Tournaments of 2023 by Peak Viewers
Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI) witnessed growing 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 unofficial BGMI tournaments of the year.
5. Upthrust Esports Challengers Showdown
Securing the fifth spot is the Upthrust Esports Challengers Showdown, boasting a peak viewership of 71,479. This unofficial event offered a competitive platform with a prize pool of ₹10,00,000. Moreover, the showdown unfolded over an engaging airtime of 15 hours and 25 minutes, accumulating 3,98,503 hours watched.
4. Nodwin BGMI Champions Cup
Taking the fourth position is the Nodwin BGMI Champions Cup, captivating audiences with a peak viewership of 93,430. Furthermore, this unofficial tournament featured a significant prize pool of ₹27,00,000, fostering intense competition among participating teams. With an airtime of 24 hours, the Champions Cup accumulated 8,15,865 hours watched.
3. Upthrust Esports Diwali Battle 2023
Claiming the third spot is the Upthrust Esports Diwali Battle 2023, drawing in a peak viewership of 1,00,319. With a commendable prize pool of ₹35,00,000, this unofficial event offered a festive battleground for players. Furthermore, the Diwali Battle unfolded over an engaging airtime of 18 hours and 10 minutes, accumulating 4,12,849 hours watched.
2. Tecno Skyesports Champions Series
Securing the second spot is the Tecno Skyesports Champions Series, captivating audiences with a peak viewership of 1,31,723. This unofficial series featured a substantial prize pool of ₹25,00,000, drawing in top-tier teams and players. Furthermore, this tournament featured an extensive airtime of 45 hours and 45 minutes, amassing 15,28,420 hours watched.
1. iQOO Pro Series
Topping the list as the most popular unofficial BGMI tournament of 2023 is the iQOO Pro Series, drawing in a peak viewership of 1,67,438. With a prize pool of ₹10,00,000 and an airtime of 30 hours and 45 minutes. Additionally, this unofficial event captured the attention of the gaming community, accumulating 11,47,363 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.
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