Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI) was released in 2021, and now four years later has had numerous esports tournaments building huge storylines. As such, we take a look at the best BGMI players in India who have been making moves and ensuring top-notch action for fans.
Before we get into that, it’s important to note that BGMI is currently the biggest esport title in India by viewership and total prize pool. While the BGMI vs Free Fire debate rages on, the latter remains banned with no details about a launch date. Therefore, the following players aren’t just the best in BGMI, but some of the greatest esports athletes India has ever offered.
10. Mafia: An underrated talent but one of the best BGMI players in India
The first player on the list of the best BGMI players in India might catch a few people off guard, and it is none other than Jayraj “Mafia” Som.
During the BMPS 2024, Mafia played for NumenXForever. In the grand finals, he had the joint-highest number of finishes with 31, being one of four players to achieve this feat. His team finished in 2nd place, missing the top spot by only 13 points. Team NumenXForever had the highest number of placement points during the grand finals, with 60.
9. Manya: A reliable IGL
The next player on the list of the best BGMI players in India is someone many regard as the best in-game leader in BGMI esports: Mohammad “Manya” Raja. This year has been filled with highs and lows for the player. At the start of the year, he finished as the runner-up during the ESL Snapdragon Pro Series with iQOOSoul, followed by a 4th place finish during the Battlegrounds Mobile India Series (BGIS) 2024.
iQOOSoul went on to win BGMI Masters Series Season 3, marking the second time Manya had won this tournament in three years. Sadly, he couldn’t carry this momentum into BMPS 2024, where his team was knocked out in the semifinals. Despite this setback, Manya has continued to strengthen his gameplay, proving he can still lead his team to victory while managing high expectations from iQOOSoul’s fans.
8. Shadow7: Leading XSpark as one of the best BGMI players in India
The next player on our list is Tenzin “Shadow7” Kelsang from Team XSpark, the IGL for his team. This year, Shadow7 broke records in BGMI. In 2024, the 21-year-old led his team to win both the BGIS and BMPS, making Team XSpark the first Indian team to achieve this feat. This has made the team, now called Revenant XSpark as one of the best BGMI teams of the country.
While Shadow7’s name might not feature on finish leaderboards, his strategic gameplay was crucial in Team XSpark’s victories. After failing to qualify for any official tournaments with Global Esports last year, he turned his fortunes around dramatically in 2024.
7. ViPER: A rookie making moves
The next player on our list is Aldan “ViPER” Shaikh, who had his rookie season in BGMI Esports last year. 2024 has been an incredible year for this player, who qualified for the grand finals of both official BGMI tournaments. Known for his precise aim and reflexes, ViPER has showcased impressive skills with both shotguns and assault rifles.
Playing under Reckoning Esports, his team finished in 3rd place in BGIS 2024 and 5th in BMPS 2024. During the BMPS, ViPER was among the top finishers, earning him recognition and offers from various organizations. He currently continues to play for RGE.
6. Nakul: Dependable player with a point to prove
At number 6 is Nakul “NakuL” Sharma from iQOOSoul. His career in BGMI is remarkable, as he has been Manya’s duo since their time at Global Esports in 2022.
In 2024, Nakul proved to be a dependable player, pulling off incredible clutch moments during the BGMI Masters Series Season 3 finals, helping iQOOSoul secure their first victory in this tournament. Unfortunately, his team didn’t qualify for the BMPS 2024, but Nakul’s consistent performance speaks volumes about his skill and determination.
5. ADMINO: Fan-favorite and walks the talk
Breaking into the top 5 is Tanishk “ADMINO” Singh from Godlike Esports. Since joining the roster, ADMINO has been a beacon of hope for his team.
In the BGIS 2024, he was one of two players with the highest finishes, racking up 98 finishes and helping Godlike qualify for their first official BGMI tournament. In the BMPS 2024, on the other hand, he helped his team secure 3rd place, narrowly missing 2nd by just one point. With Godlike Esports currently on a break, fans eagerly await ADMINO’s next moves.
4. Sarang: Did we say MVP?
In 4th place is Sarangajyoti “Sarang” Deka, a key player for Team XSpark. The 22-year-old had an outstanding 2024, being instrumental in his team’s BMPS 2024 victory. He finished the tournament with 31 finishes and was awarded the Grand Finals MVP.
Joining Team XSpark in mid-2023, Sarang redeemed himself and his team after a less-than-stellar 2023 with a not so great performance in BGMI events.
3. JONATHAN: Continues to rank as one of the best BGMI players in India
At number 3 is Jonathan “JONATHAN” Amaral, who has steadily improved throughout 2024. Although this year wasn’t prolific in terms of trophies, it was about redemption for JONATHAN. He helped Godlike Esports secure 3rd place in BMPS 2024, with 144 points overall and 95 finishes throughout the tournament. His consistent performance reaffirms his place among the best BGMI players in India and the world.
2. SPRAYGOD: Trophy magnet
In 2nd place is Harsh “SPRAYGOD” Malik, whose consistent performance in 2024 was unmatched. SPRAYGOD was instrumental in Team XSpark’s victories in the BGIS and BMPS, earning the MVP award in the latter. Leading the tournament in finishes with 98, SPRAYGOD’s aggressive playstyle and precise aim have made him a formidable player.
1. Jokerr: Redemption in 2024
Finally, the best BGMI player in India is Khush “Jokerr” Singh. Despite being underrated in the Indian esports ecosystem, Jokerr’s performance in 2024 was unparalleled. He achieved multiple accolades, including a historic 1v8 clutch in the BMPS 2024 Grand Finals, which helped his team secure victory.
With numerous top finishes in official tournaments, Jokerr has solidified his legacy as the most consistent and skilled BGMI player in India. Therefore, if you are looking to get into esports betting in India, be sure to look out for the team Jokerr is in.
