Akshat Yadav Secures BGMI Solo Victory; Sovereign eSports Triumphs in Squad Championship at College Rivals Season 3
The grand finale of Ampverse DMI's College Rivals Season 3, held in Mumbai, concluded with thrilling victories across multiple esports titles, showcasing India's burgeoning grassroots gaming talent. The event, powered by the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, highlighted intense competition and strategic gameplay.
Champions Emerge Across Gaming Categories
In the BGMI Solo category, Akshat Yadav, representing Vishwakarma Institute of Information Technology in Kolkata, claimed his first title by defeating Season 2 champion Mohd Ayazuddin from Lucknow. The final circles witnessed a series of intense gunfights, with Yadav demonstrating exceptional skill under pressure.
Meanwhile, Sovereign eSports made history by winning the inaugural BGMI Squad championship, with 20P Official finishing as runners-up. This new category added a layer of teamwork and coordination to the competition.
Valorant and EAFC 24 Champions Crowned
Parthiv Reddy from Hyderabad emerged victorious in the Valorant bracket, showcasing sharp aim and clutch plays to secure the crown, while Rakshit Rao from Rajasthan took the runner-up spot. In EAFC 24, Rohit Abraham of Kerala clinched the title with clinical finishing, with Aman Warsi securing second place.
Platform for Grassroots Development
Charlie Bailie, CEO at Ampverse DMI, emphasized the event's role in nurturing young talent. "College Rivals is built to give young esports athletes a taste of true competitive gaming," he stated. "Seeing the finalists perform under immense pressure proves that India's collegiate esports ecosystem is brimming with talented gamers."
The tournament featured over 250,000 participants from more than 85 colleges, competing for a share of the Rs 50 lakh prize pool. Winners also received Samsung Galaxy S25 devices as exclusive rewards.
Player Insights and Fan Engagement
Akshat Yadav shared his experience, saying, "College Rivals has given players like me a platform to prove ourselves on a national stage. Going up against the defending champion added extra pressure, but I focused on staying calm and backing my decisions."
The finale included meet-and-greet sessions with popular esports influencers like ZGod and Shreemaan Legend, enhancing fan interaction. ShreeManLegenD commented, "This year, the competition has been fierce, with incredibly close matchups. I hope it continues to grow, producing elite gamers for India."
Cultural Celebrations and Awards
Beyond the competitive matches, the event featured interactive esports zones and a cosplay championship. Winners included:
- Shraavya as 2B from Nier Automata (1st place)
- Malhar Gaikwad as Jin Sakai from Ghost of Tsushima (2nd place)
- Esha Joshi as Ladybug from Miraculous Ladybug (3rd place)
- Janhavi Singh as Okarun from Dan Da Dan (People's Choice Award)
A halftime show with artists like Chaardiwaari and Arpit Bala provided a stadium-like experience, capping off a vibrant celebration of esports culture.
