Indian Teams Apex Gaming and S8UL Reach Free Fire World Cup Finals

The Free Fire World Cup 2026 Grand Finals are taking place today, July 18, 2026, featuring a historic representation from India. Two Indian teams, Apex Gaming and S8UL, have successfully qualified for the final stage after delivering strong performances in the Survival Stage held on July 17. This marks the first time in seven years that three Indian teams were invited to participate in a global Free Fire tournament, signaling a significant milestone for the Indian esports scene.

Apex Gaming secured second place in the Survival Stage with 165 points, including 103 eliminations and one Booyah. S8UL Esports finished in fourth place with 151 points, achieving two Booyahs and 94 eliminations. Despite a valiant effort, Total Gaming Esports was eliminated after finishing 11th with 98 points, even though they managed to secure two Booyahs during the competition. The remaining teams are now competing in the Champions Rush format for the title.

The Grand Finals consist of a maximum of 10 matches, where the top eight teams from the Group Stage and the top four from the Survival Stage compete for the championship title and a substantial prize pool. The inclusion of Indian teams in the final stage of a global event highlights the growing competitiveness and talent within the Indian esports ecosystem. Fans are closely following the progress of Apex Gaming and S8UL as they represent India on the international stage.