Indian Super Gaming League: Gamers Throng Mumbai As ISGL Gains Pace

Gamers from across the country converged at NESCO for the opening leg of the Indian Super Gaming League (ISGL) Mumbai Qualifiers. As India’s first structured national grassroots esports circuit, the event determined the official roster for Mumbai City FC across four distinct gaming titles. From intense tactical battles in Call of Duty Mobile and competitive sports action in Cricket 26 and FC 26, to strategic matches on Chess.com, the qualifiers showcased the transition of recreational gaming into a formal franchise-led competition. Featured here are the key highlights from the tournament floor, the fan engagement zones, and the winners who will represent the city on the national stage at the upcoming Grand Finale in Vizag.

Updated on: 22 March 2026 11:30 am

Published at: 22 March 2026 11:30 am

Founders Gautam Badalia (left) and Santanu Basu (right), alongside event host Ocean Sharma (center), address the crowd at NESCO, Mumbai, during the opening leg of the Indian Super Gaming League (ISGL) city qual | Photo: Special Arrangement

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Cosplayers represent various iconic gaming characters during the fan festival segment of the ISGL Mumbai Qualifiers | Photo: Special Arrangement

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Members of GodLike Esports celebrate after securing their victory in the Call of Duty Mobile category; they will now represent Mumbai City FC on the national stage. | Photo: Special Arrangement

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Saransh Jain (right), one of India's top-ranked FC 26 players, poses at the qualifiers after earning his spot in the Mumbai City FC lineu | Photo: Special Arrangement

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Players compete in the Cricket 26 tournament; Rohit Sargar (right) emerged as the title winner for the Mumbai leg of the circuit | Photo: Special Arrangement

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Competitors face off in the FC 26 tournament area. The Mumbai event saw gamers from across India travel to NESCO to compete for a professional franchise spot | Photo: Special Arrangement

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