The Pokemon Unite Asia Champions League (PUACL) 2025 India League is set to make waves in Indian esports, with eight of the country’s top teams officially announced to compete. This first-of-its-kind tournament in India, organized by The Pokemon Company in partnership with Skyesports, aims to highlight India’s growing Unite talent.The league will not only offer a prize pool of $40,000 but also provide the winning team with a coveted spot at the ACL 2025 Offline Final in Japan. Kicking off in mid-November, the PUACL 2025 India League promises a season packed with exciting matches and marks a major step forward for Pokemon Unite in India.Pokemon Unite ACL 2025 India League: Participating teams View this post on Instagram Instagram PostEight top-tier esports groups from India have been selected for the league.Competing teams include:GodLike EsportsGods ReignGlobal EsportsMarcos GamingReckoning EsportsRevenant EsportsS8UL EsportsTrue RippersThese teams will compete eagerly for dominance throughout a rigorous season, culminating in the crowning of the champion team, which will go on to represent India at the Pokemon Unite ACL 2025 Offline Final in Japan.Also read: Unite patch update Freezing Rush notes revealed (Ver.1.16.2.6)Pokemon Unite ACL 2025 India League: Tournament format and scheduleThe PUACL 2025 India League kicks off on November 16, 2024, with weekend matchdays leading up to the Playoffs on January 26, 2025. The tournament opens with a Group Stage, using a single-elimination bracket format that will run over seven matchdays.Each team’s standing in the Group Stage will determine its seeding for the final knockout round in the Playoffs. This final phase will determine the ultimate champion of the India League.Prize pool breakdownWith a substantial prize pool of $40,000, the PUACL 2025 India League offers strong incentives for competing teams. The prize distribution is as follows:1st place: $16,0002nd place: $8,0003rd place: $6,0004th place: $4,0005th place: $2,0006th place: $2,0007th place: $1,2008th place: $800Also read: Unite v1.16.2.6 Freezing Rush: Winners and losersPokemon Unite ACL 2025 India League: The game's growth in IndiaThe launch of the India League highlights a significant development for the game's esports in India. Working closely with Skyesports since 2022, The Pokemon Company has focused on creating a sustainable and competitive ecosystem for Indian players, resulting in a structured pathway to international tournaments.Upcoming Winter Open TournamentTo encourage inclusivity and broader participation, an open-for-all “Winter Open” tournament will soon be introduced. This will allow players across India to compete for a chance to join the PUACL Final in Japan alongside the India League champion. This open tournament provides an unprecedented opportunity for aspiring players to test their skills on a global stage.Also read: How to get Darkrai in the gameWith the PUACL 2025 India League just around the corner, Indian esports fans can look forward to a season packed with action and fierce competition, as the country’s best teams aim to make a mark internationally in Pokemon Unite.Check out other Pokemon Unite-related articles here:Tinkaton's movesets leakedGalarian Rapidash's movesets leakedEverything to know about Darkrai in the gameDarkrai - Best movesets, builds, items, and moreNew battle mode teasedEverything to know about the Goal HackerIs EX Pokemon leaving?Unite license tier listUnite Solo Queue licenses tier listBest Build for every Unite licenseBest Boost Emblems in the gameHeld Item tier listBattle Item tier list