BMSD Official Upper and Lower Bracket Teams Revealed: Complete List and Live Streaming Details

The BGMI Showdown (BMSD) 2025 is now live after the organisers revealed the BGMI BMSD Official Teams invited to play. The total number of teams is 48, with 24 teams in the Upper Bracket and 24 teams in the Lower Bracket. It’s a high-stakes event because the champion gets 1 (one) direct slot in PMGC 2025, and the top 8 clubs qualify for BGMI International Cup 2025. Additionally, the total prize pool shares of ₹ 1 crore are available to play for, and the winners will win ₹30 lakh from the prize pool.

The competition will begin on September 18, 2025, continuing through to October 12 in Hyderabad, India. The BGMI BMSD matches will be live-streamed on the Krafton India Esports YouTube channel and will also stream on JioHotstar, giving fans the option to access all stages fully.

Upper Bracket Teams Who Made the Cut

Here are the BGMI BMSD Upper Bracket Teams, the top-tier squads set to compete in Round 1 from September 22-25. These are the 24 teams that begin in the more advantageous bracket. The teams are divided into three groups:

These are among the BGMI BMSD all teams 2025 invited across both brackets. The Upper Bracket is typically considered stronger, as teams here usually have more consistent past performances, stronger rosters, and better chances to push deep into the finals.

Lower Bracket Teams Who Made the Cut

The BMSD 2025 Lower Bracket teams have been revealed, featuring 24 competitive squads across three groups. These teams, including Troy Tamilans Esports, GlitchXReborn, and Nebula Esports, will battle fiercely for a chance to advance and stay alive in the prestigious tournament. You can learn more about the game in our in-depth BGMI Guide.

BGMI BMSD 2025 Format and Event Flow

• Starting with group stage matches, the Lower Bracket will run from September 18 to 21, while the Upper Bracket will begin on September 22 and continue through September 25.
• In each bracket, the teams will be divided into 3 groups of 8. Round-robin format will be used, meaning each team will play several matches to determine the standing of each team.
• The top 12 teams from the Upper Bracket will proceed directly to the Semi-Finals, while the teams that do not qualify for the Semi-Finals will have a chance to play again in Quarter-Finals, along with the best teams from the Lower Bracket. You can learn more about the BGMI BMSD 2025 Format in our separate coverage online.

Where to Watch BGMI BMSD 2025: Live Streaming Details

For esports fans eager to follow the highly anticipated event, here’s how to catch the BGMI BMSD 2025 Live Streaming:

• The full tournament, whether Upper Bracket clashes, Lower Bracket upsets, or elimination games, will be streamed on the official Krafton India Esports YouTube channel.
• For viewers in India, JioHotstar is another platform broadcasting the matches.
• The group draw event (revealing teams and bracket assignments) was streamed at 6:00 PM IST on September 16, giving fans a first look at the BGMI BMSD Official Teams and where they fall in Upper vs Lower.

Teams to Watch in BGMI BMSD 2025

Title favourites: K9 Esports, GodLike Esports, Team Soul, Gods Reign, these squads are in the Upper Bracket and have rosters known for top performances.

Dark horses: Teams like Likitha Esports, First Curiosity, and Cincinnati Kids, while newer or less heralded, could upset higher-seeded teams, especially in the group stage.

Pressure on Lower Bracket teams: Every match counts. For teams starting in the Lower Bracket, sloppy play in early rounds could be their end, as only the top 12 from that bracket move ahead.

The reveal of the BGMI BMSD Official Teams and the BGMI BMSD Upper Bracket Teams has set the stage for a high-intensity face-off among India’s best BGMI squads. With a direct PMGC 2025 slot up for grabs, generous prizes, and live streaming accessible to fans, this show promises big plays and the crowning of a team that can truly call themselves country-wide champions. Watch from September 18, and especially from Round 1 upper bracket matches, the firepower is strong, and the competition is fierce.