SkyeSports partners with Indonesian Embassy to host an esports showmatch, Know the key details

Indian esports tournament organizer Skyesports today said it has partnered with the Indonesian Embassy in New Delhi to celebrate the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between India and Indonesia.

The collaboration will spotlight an esports show match at the upcoming India Gaming Show 2024, which is scheduled from March 14 to 16 in Pune, Maharashtra.

The event is organized by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII). Skyesports said the event not only celebrates the rich history of diplomatic relations between the two nations but also highlights the growing importance of esports in fostering international connections.

Featuring top teams from India and Indonesia

The esports show match at the Skyesports Grand Slam will feature a top team from India and Indonesia competing in the popular PC game Counter-Strike 2.

According to Niko Partners’ Asia Games Market Report, Indonesia boasts over 180 million gamers, while India impressively claims 421 million gamers, predominantly aged between 16 and 64 years old. 

Skyesports believes that the vast gaming community presents a unique opportunity for both countries to promote their gaming industries and explore avenues for further collaboration.

What did the Indonesian Embassy in New Delhi say?

A representative from the Indonesian Embassy in New Delhi said, “We highly appreciate the collaboration between The Indonesian Embassy in New Delhi with Skyesports in the Skyesports Grand Slam, as this is also a great opportunity to commemorate the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Indonesia and India by doing people-to-people contact activities."

Alongside the esports competition, the event will feature a panel discussion with stakeholders from both countries and an exhibition showcasing Indonesian games, aiming to promote cultural exchange and mutual understanding.

Teams participation 

The India - Indonesia Showmatch will be played as a part of the Skyesports Grand Slam, an international esports tournament in the India Gaming Show 2024.

Besides the show match, the tournament will witness four elite teams – one from India, one from Australia, and two from Europe – engaging in intense esports action for the title of champions and a share of the impressive $50,000 prize pool.

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