Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI) fans witnessed an exciting 2023 season, culminating in the BGMI Pro Series (BMPS) 2023 spectacle. Following BGMI's triumphant return in May, the initial two months set the stage for over a dozen third-party tournaments, each boasting colossal prize pools. The inaugural official event of the year showcased the Grand Finals played on LAN, marking a historic first for BGMI tournaments. In this piece, we delve into the crème de la crème of BGMI competitions in 2023, spotlighting the Top 5 tournaments based on their jaw-dropping prize pools.

5. India vs Korea Invitational (1 Crore): 

A unique spectacle orchestrated by Krafton, the India vs Korea Invitational saw Korean teams clash with the top 8 from BGIS 2023. DPlus Kia emerged victorious, pocketing INR 40 Lakhs, followed by Gods Reign at INR 20 Lakhs and Emtek StormX securing third place with INR 10 Lakhs.

4. BMPS 2023 (INR 1 Crore): 

The climactic BMPS 2023 event, hosting the top 96 teams from BGIS 2023, concluded the 2023 season with a INR 1 Crore prize pool. Blind Esports clinched the championship, earning INR 40 Lakhs, while Gladiators Esports secured the runners-up spot with INR 20 Lakhs. Team iNSANE claimed third place, walking away with INR 10 Lakhs.

3. Skyesports Championship 5.0 (INR 1.25 Crores): 

The Skyesports Championship 5.0 captivated audiences with a mesmerizing battle for the INR 1.25 Crores prize pool. Blind Esports emerged victorious with a haul of INR 48 Lakhs, trailed by Revenant Esports at INR 24 Lakhs and OR Esports securing third place with INR 12 Lakhs.

2. BGIS 2023 (INR 2 Crores):

BGIS 2023 etched its name in the annals of BGMI as the inaugural official event following the game's May resurgence. Featuring the innovative lower bracket format, this LAN event offered teams a redemption arc. Gladiators Esports, once again, secured the championship, pocketing INR 75 Lakhs. Big Brother Esports claimed the runners-up spot with INR 37.5 Lakhs, and Team XSpark seized third place, securing INR 25 Lakhs.

1. BGMS Season 2 2023 (INR 2.1 Crores): 

The Battlegrounds Mobile India Masters Series (BGMS) Season 2 2023 took center stage with a staggering INR 2.1 Crores prize pool. This LAN event, a beacon in BGMI's timeline, secured its place in history as only the second BGMI event telecasted by the eminent Star Sports. Gladiators Esports emerged as champions, clinching a cool INR 1 Crore, while Orangutan secured the runners-up spot with INR 35 Lakhs. Velocity Gaming rounded off the top three, bagging INR 12.5 Lakhs.