NEW DELHI: In a defining moment for Indian esports, S8UL Esports has officially qualified for the Grand Finals of the Apex Legends Global Series (ALGS) Midseason Playoffs, currently underway at the Esports World Cup (EWC) 2025 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
From entering the tournament as underdogs to cementing their place among the world’s top Apex Legends squads, S8UL’s journey has ignited national pride and redefined India’s place in global esports.
From Grit to Glory: The Group Stage Story
Placed in Group A, S8UL had a rough start, placing 18th, 15th, 11th, and 17th in their first four games — totaling just 9 points. Many doubted their ability to bounce back.
But what followed was a spectacular turnaround.
| Match | Rank | Placement Points | Kills | Total Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 18 | 00 | 02 | 02 |
| 2 | 15 | 01 | 03 | 04 |
| 3 | 11 | 01 | 01 | 02 |
| 4 | 17 | 00 | 01 | 01 |
| 5 | 1 | 12 | 07 | 19 |
| 6 | 5 | 04 | 09 | 13 |
| 7 | 3 | 07 | 00 | 07 |
| 8 | 7 | 03 | 06 | 09 |
| 9 | 2 | 09 | 07 | 16 |
| 10 | 16 | 00 | 03 | 03 |
Final Group A Standings
- Total Points: 76
- Placement Points: 37
- Kill Points: 39
- Overall Rank: 5th out of 20 teams
- Qualified directly for the Grand Finals (Top 7 from each group)
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Leading the Charge: Sharky, Jesko & Legacy
At the heart of this remarkable run is S8UL’s core trio:
Sharky, Jesko, and Legacy, led by coach Rogers. Their synergy, decision-making, and mechanical prowess elevated the squad from tournament strugglers to serious Grand Final contenders.
Match 5 proved to be the momentum-shifter — a 1st-place finish with 19 points that sparked a chain of confident, high-frag performances.
The Emotion Behind the Victory
The qualification brought out raw emotions from fans and team leadership alike.
S8UL wrote in a social post:
“We’ve had our ups and downs, but the grind has paid off! We’re through to the Grand Finals of EWC: ALGS Midseason Playoffs! Match Point Finals, here we come!”
We’ve had our ups and downs but the grind has paid off!
We’re through to the Grand Finals of 𝐄𝐖𝐂: 𝐀𝐋𝐆𝐒 𝐌𝐢𝐝 𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐬! 🚀
Show the boys some love:@Sharky3415 @Jeskoesk @Legacy__au @RogersOCE , they’ve earned every bit of this moment!
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— S8UL (@S8ulesports) July 11, 2025
But it was 8Bit Thug, co-founder of S8UL (Animesh Agarwal), whose heartfelt words captured the true weight of the moment:
“I’m feeling unexpectedly and unbelievably proud of myself today. Delhi may still be far, but for me, this is already the Finals. We didn’t come here expecting to qualify — we just wanted to perform well — and today our players showed what kind of caliber they truly hold.
To all our fans who feel like family, and our support staff who’ve been helping us for months — thank you.
To our co-founders and everyone from HC12 — this is a very, very good day for us.
I love you all. I’m genuinely thrilled. What a feeling. Take care, sleep well. I feel like I can sleep for a week now.”
A Historic Moment for Indian Esports
This is the first time an Indian Apex Legends team has qualified for the Grand Finals of an ALGS Midseason Playoff — and on the prestigious Esports World Cup stage.
S8UL’s breakthrough not only amplifies India’s presence in global FPS titles but also sets the foundation for greater South Asian representation in high-stakes esports events.
With qualification secured, S8UL now enters the Match Point Grand Finals, where a team must not only accumulate points but hit a minimum threshold and then win a match to become champion.
The path ahead is cutthroat, but the team’s resilience and mid-tournament momentum suggest they’re more than ready.
What S8UL achieved in Riyadh isn’t just about one tournament. It’s a symbol of India’s growing esports ecosystem, the value of grind over hype, and the spirit of a team that dared to believe.
