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Team India and Türkiye Clinch Gold at the Global Esports Games Mumbai
Team India and Türkiye clinched gold at the Global Esports Games Mumbai, thrilling a packed arena and thousands watching online worldwide. India’s Anuhith Gosala edged Kazakhstan 3–2 to win Clash Royale, while Türkiye defeated Mongolia 3–1 to take the Dota 2 title. With a gold and a bronze, Team India topped the overall standings, as the global esports movement now builds momentum towards Los Angeles 2026.
8 hours ago3 min read


A Giant Step Forward
Mumbai marked a defining moment in global esports as the Global Esports Games opened on 19 March 2026 at the Global Esports Arena Mumbai. Blending tradition and innovation on Gudi Padwa, the ceremony united top athletes and global leaders. With 48 players from 19 nations and Jackie Chan named Ambassador, the Games signal a bold step for esports and the digital economy.
2 days ago3 min read


Mumbai to Host Global Esports Games
Mumbai hosts the Global Esports Games, uniting esports athletes from 23 countries in Dota 2 and Clash Royale, 19–22 March 2026.
6 days ago2 min read


From Conversation to Capability: Reflections from World Governments Summit Dubai 2026
At the World Governments Summit 2026 in Dubai, one message was unmistakable: the digital economy is no longer emerging. It is here. Gaming and esports now sit at its center, evolving from entertainment to national capability platforms that drive youth participation, digital skills, investment, and economic positioning. The question is no longer whether to engage, but how to build systems ready for the future workforce already gaming.
Feb 113 min read
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Worldconnected: Values Unite the Future
As the global esports community looks toward Mumbai and onward to Los Angeles, the moment calls for more than growth—it calls for values. In a borderless arena where sport, culture, and technology converge, the future of esports will be shaped by integrity, inclusion, and collaboration. The Global Esports Federation’s vision of #worldconnected reflects a belief that technology should strengthen human connection and that respectful competition can unite generations and nations
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From Policy to Platform: Why Esports Is Now National Infrastructure
Gaming and esports are no longer entertainment sectors — they are national capability platforms. As governments confront the realities of digital economies, trusted governance, cross-border infrastructure, and youth activation will determine whether gaming-driven growth becomes truly transformative.
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A Connected Future for Global Esports
As we wrap 2025, reflection across the Global Esports community feels sharper than ever. In a time of rapid change and real-world pressures, our ecosystem has shown resilience, creativity, and purpose. As we look ahead, GEF has designated 2026 as the Year of Connection, a commitment to rebuild trust, strengthen collaboration, empower our 180+ MFs, and gather the world in Los Angeles for a landmark Global Esports Games that reflects a truly worldconnected future.
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