Ooredoo Nation has officially launched the Ooredoo Nation Atoll eSports League 2025, the Maldives’ biggest eSports tournament to date, bringing together 49 teams from 35 islands across 16 atolls for an electrifying showdown in the globally popular title PUBG Mobile.
The competition commenced on 20 August with the Group Stage, which will continue until 3 September. Following this, the league will climax with a four-day Grand Finals from 5–8 September 2025, where the nation’s top gamers will battle for glory and a prize pool of MVR 50,000.
Prize Distribution
- Champion: MVR 25,000
- Runner-up: MVR 12,000
- Third Place: MVR 6,000
- Fourth Place: MVR 3,000
- Most Valuable Player (MVP): MVR 4,000
Expanding Digital Horizons for Youth
Ooredoo Maldives emphasized that the Atoll eSports League is a milestone in empowering young Maldivians through digital platforms, bridging geographic divides and providing opportunities for gamers nationwide to showcase their talent. The company highlighted that the initiative underscores the growing role of eSports in community-building and youth engagement.
With competitive gaming gaining momentum globally, Ooredoo’s investment in structured eSports leagues reflects both the rising demand for digital entertainment and the untapped potential of Maldivian talent in international arenas.
Teams Representing the Atolls
The 2025 edition has attracted strong participation, with teams hailing from across the country:
- AA. Atoll: Maalhos MSC, Thoddoo Apex Legends, Ukulhas HNTR
- ADh. Atoll: Omadhoo Dark Camper, Omadhoo Ice, Omadhoo Snake
- B. Atoll: Goidhoo Gabulhi, Goidhoo Kurolhi, Kudarikilu CND Apex, Kudarikilu Kamikaze, Team Kudarikilu, Thulhaadhoo F12
- Dh. Atoll: Bandidhoo DMT, Hulhudheli BLK, Hulhudheli EQZ
- F. Atoll: Feeali ADVY, Feealians, Team Bilehdhoo
- GN./GA. Atoll: Addu City SOL, FVM City AKZ, FVM City Anteiku, FVM City TRF Titans, Gemana Legions
- Haa Alifu Atoll: Dhidhdhoo LF, Maarandhoo, Muraidhoo TM4, Team Uligan
- Haa Dhaalu Atoll: Neykurendhoo, Team Hiri
- K. Atoll: HLML Naturally Lethal, Huraa Fenatic, Malé Morrigan, Thulusdhoo Falcons
- L. Atoll: Fonadhoo DMZ, Isdhoo CLX
- Lh. Atoll: Hinnavaru CND, Naifaru Beserk, Naifaru Europe, Team Naifaru
- R. Atoll: Maakurathu XNTRX, Maduvvari Kezz Creww, Maduvvari XLN
A Growing National eSports Movement
By extending participation beyond Malé and ensuring representation from remote atolls, the Ooredoo Nation Atoll eSports League has positioned itself as a truly national platform for digital athletes. The initiative is expected to accelerate interest in eSports as a career path while also aligning with the Maldives’ broader digital transformation agenda.
With the finals just weeks away, the stage is set for an exhilarating contest that promises to inspire the next generation of Maldivian gamers.
