PMWC 2026 Grand Finals: Full Schedule, IST Timings, Teams & Live Stream
The PMWC 2026 Grand Finals are live today. Sixteen teams, Paris, $1.7 million in Grand Finals prize money, and two Indian rosters, GodLike Esports and Orangutan Gaming, are in the same lobby as the best PUBG Mobile players on the planet.
If you need the exact timings, the stream links, and a fast format explainer before Match 1 kicks off, it is all here.
Day 1 Schedule: August 14, 2026 (IST)
| Match | Map | IST Time |
|---|---|---|
| Match 1 | Rondo | 4:30 PM |
| Match 2 | Erangel | 5:20 PM |
| Match 3 | Erangel | 6:10 PM |
| Match 4 | Erangel | 7:00 PM |
| Match 5 | Miramar | 7:50 PM |
| Match 6 | Miramar | 8:40 PM |
Broadcast goes live: ~4:00 PM IST, 30 minutes before Match 1
Day 1 end: approximately 9:30—10:00 PM IST
Day 2, August 15, runs the same format and timing. Day 3, August 16, is when the Smash Rule activates.
All 16 Teams Playing Today
🇮🇳 Indian Teams
- GodLike Esports: Manya, Spower, ADMINO, Godz, Saumay
- Orangutan Gaming: Aaru, AKOP, WizzGOD, Attanki
Rest of the Field
4Thrives · Team Vitality · Aurora Gaming · Team Flash · Nigma Galaxy · IDA Esports · Horaa Esports · S2G Esports · Tianba · AlUla Club Esports · Nongshim RedForce · FURIA · ULF · eArena
Ten teams qualified directly from the Group Stage, while six advanced through the Survival Stage.
Map Rotation: Three Days
| Day | Matches | Format |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1, Aug 14 | Matches 1—6 | Standard scoring |
| Day 2, Aug 15 | Matches 7—12 | Standard scoring |
| Day 3, Aug 16 | Matches 13—18 | Smash Rule active |
Day 1 opens with Rondo, followed by three Erangel matches and two Miramar matches.
The Smash Rule: Fast Explainer
Days 1 and 2 use standard scoring. After Match 12, the tournament sets a threshold based on the Day 2 leader's points plus 10.
On Day 3, the first team to reach that threshold and then win a Chicken Dinner wins PMWC 2026 immediately. The tournament ends as soon as a team completes both requirements.
If no eligible team wins a match across all six Day 3 games, the overall points leader after Match 18 becomes champion.
That means Day 3 could end as early as Match 13, or the tournament could go through all 18 matches.
Prize Pool
Total: $3,000,000 USD (~₹25 Crore)
- Grand Finals pool: $1,700,000, distributed across all 16 teams according to placement
- FMVP bonus: $25,000 additional
Every Grand Finals team earns prize money, with the final placement determining its share of the $1.7 million pool.
Where to Watch PMWC 2026 Live: Free
| Stream | Language |
|---|---|
| PUBG Mobile Esports | English |
| Esports World Cup | Multi-language |
| PUBG Mobile Esports South Asia | Hindi / South Asia |
The broadcast is expected to go live around 4:00 PM IST before Match 1.
GodLike Esports is also running a live watch party in Mumbai for the Indian community across all three days.
PMWC 2026 Grand Finals FAQ
When does PMWC 2026 Grand Finals start today?
Match 1 begins at 4:30 PM IST on August 14, 2026. The broadcast is expected to begin around 4:00 PM IST.
What time is PMWC 2026 in India?
Day 1 matches begin at 4:30 PM IST, with Match 6 scheduled for 8:40 PM IST. The broadcast is expected to finish around 9:30—10:00 PM IST.
How many matches are there today?
There are six matches on Day 1. Day 2 also has six matches. Day 3 has up to six matches, but it can end earlier if the Smash Rule produces a champion.
Which Indian teams are playing?
GodLike Esports and Orangutan Gaming are the two Indian teams competing in the PMWC 2026 Grand Finals.
Both secured their Grand Finals places directly through the Group Stage.
Where can I watch PMWC 2026 live?
The Grand Finals are available to watch for free on the official PUBG Mobile Esports, Esports World Cup, and PUBG Mobile Esports South Asia broadcasts.
What is the Smash Rule?
The Smash Rule is a match-point format that activates on Day 3. After Match 12, the Day 2 leader's score plus 10 becomes the threshold. A team must reach that threshold and then win a Chicken Dinner to immediately become champion.
Where is PMWC 2026 being held?
The Grand Finals are being held at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles in Paris, France, as part of the Esports World Cup 2026.
How many days does the PMWC Grand Finals last?
The Grand Finals run for three days, August 14, 15 and 16. The champion will be crowned on Day 3.
One Thing Before You Watch
GodLike and Orangutan did not get here on reputation or a lucky group draw. GodLike finished third in Group B with 105 points and 73 eliminations. Orangutan finished second in Group A with 91 points and won back-to-back Chicken Dinners in Matches 6 and 7. Both bypassed the Survival Stage entirely.
Watch Match 1 on Rondo. That is where the Grand Finals begins, and the opening game will give the first indication of how the 16-team lobby is shaping up.
The stream goes live around 4:00 PM IST, with Match 1 scheduled for 4:30 PM IST.
All timings are in IST. Match schedules are based on the PMWC 2026 broadcast structure. Confirm the live start time on the official PUBG Mobile Esports broadcast before the stream begins.
Read More
[GodLike Esports Qualify for PMWC 2026 Grand Finals After a Stunning Turnaround in Group B]