BMIC 2026: South Korea Dominates Day 1, Indian Teams Secure Wins

Times of India · sports

The BGMI International Cup (BMIC) 2026 commenced in Mumbai with South Korean teams taking an early lead. Nongshim RedForce finished Day 1 atop the standings with 72 points, closely followed by compatriots Dplus KIA and Kiwoom DRX. Indian teams Outrage Esports and K9 Esports each secured a match win, with Outrage Esports being the highest-placed Indian team in fourth. Esports Games Federation President Ashish Shelar emphasized esports as a significant career path for India's youth.