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Source: The Times of India | Published: Sat, 30 May 2026 07:00:00 GMT | Topic: Esports
This esports update is curated from The Times of India and adapted for Muskan players. For the official Muskan app and esports hub, use the invitation link.
Esports Betting on Muskan — Mobile Gaming Hub
India's esports scene is booming with over 500 million mobile gamers. Muskan is the leading platform for esports betting and fantasy contests in India, covering Free Fire, BGMI (Battlegrounds Mobile India), PUBG Mobile (when available), Call of Duty Mobile, Clash Royale, and Valorant.
Top Esports Titles in India 2026
- BGMI (Battlegrounds Mobile India) — Krafton
- Free Fire MAX — Garena
- Call of Duty Mobile — Activision
- Clash Royale — Supercell
- Valorant — Riot Games
- Counter-Strike 2 — Valve
Major India Esports Tournaments 2026
- BGMI India Series (BGIS) 2026 — ₹1 Crore prize pool
- Free Fire India Championship 2026
- Valorant Challengers South Asia
- Call of Duty Mobile India Cup
- PUBG Mobile India Tour (PMIT)
About Muskan
Muskan is a leading India-facing casino and sportsbook platform licensed by Curaçao eGaming. The platform offers casino games (slots, live casino, crash games, table games, lottery), sports betting (cricket, football, tennis, basketball, esports), and the World Cup 2026 hub. Download the official Muskan app via the invitation link for a 100% first-deposit welcome bonus up to ₹20,000.
Muskan Recommended Pages
- Muskan Lobby
- Muskan Bonus
- Muskan Play Online
- Muskan Casino
- World Cup 2026 Hub
- Cricket Betting
- Football Betting
- Esports Betting
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