Indian Esports Giants S8UL and GodLike Esports Join Global Elite

S8UL and GodLike Esports, leading Indian esports clubs, join the 2026 Esports Foundation Club Partner Program, accessing funding and international exposure. The initiative seeks to enhance global engagement and foster a sustainable esports ecosystem. Both clubs aim to boost fan experiences and represent India on the world stage.

The Esports Foundation has announced the selection of S8UL and GodLike Esports, two premier Indian esports clubs, for its prestigious 2026 Esports Foundation Club Partner Program, as reported in a press release. These clubs join 40 other top-tier organizations in an initiative designed to build a sustainable and interconnected esports ecosystem worldwide.

Marking its third year, the USD 20 million annual program offers up to USD 1 million in funding, along with strategic support aimed at expanding clubs' brands and audiences in the lead-up to and during the Esports World Cup (EWC) 2026. The EWC will occur from July 6 to August 23 in Riyadh, with an unprecedented USD 75 million prize pool attracting over 2,000 players from more than 100 countries.

S8UL, having historically become the first Indian organization in the Club Partner Program last year, is poised to further its impact in global esports through competitive participation and major fan engagement strategies. GodLike Esports, known for its dominance in mobile esports, is entering the program for the first time, focusing on expanding its presence and enhancing fan experiences on the international stage.

(With inputs from agencies.)