(AsiaGameHub) – With victories at PUBG Continental Series 7 Europe in 2022 and PUBG Global Series 8, the team also possesses significant experience from participating in the last two Esports World Cup events.
Mumbai, April 16, 2026: S8UL, a globally recognized entity in esports and gaming content, has formally announced the signing of the successful Team Question Mark (QM) roster. This team will now represent S8UL in the PC game PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS as the organization gears up for the Esports World Cup (EWC) 2026.
Considered among the top teams in global PUBG PC esports, QM has established a strong reputation for its disciplined, strategic playstyle and reliable showings at international competitions. Originating from the CIS region within EMEA, the roster includes captain Roman Zinovev (ADOUZ1E), Andrey Ionov (Bestoloch), Mansur Tsimpaev (f1lfirst), and Nikita Odobesku (Molodoct), with Yermek Torebekov (Ermaak) as coach. They now join S8UL as the organization broadens its participation across multiple titles for EWC 2026.
S8UL’s growing involvement in numerous global esports titles signifies a distinct transition from a primarily domestic powerhouse to cultivating a genuinely international competitive profile. Through strategic investments in elite talent across various regions and engagement with diverse gaming ecosystems, the organization is progressively establishing itself among the world’s foremost esports clubs.
In a statement regarding the announcement, Naman Mathur, Co-founder, S8UL said, “Signing the QM roster is a significant step for us as we continue to strengthen our presence in global esports. PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS is one of the most competitive titles in the world, and this team has consistently proven itself against the very best. At a broader level, this move reflects the direction S8UL is heading in. Over the past year, we have focused on building depth across our rosters and competing consistently at the highest level. As we prepare for the Esports World Cup 2026, we are committed to providing the team with the right support and resources as they aim to make a strong impact in the qualifiers as well as on the global stage.”
This team boasts a distinguished record at the pinnacle of competitive PUBG. Previously representing the prominent organization BetBoom Esports, their accomplishments include triumphing at the PUBG Continental Series 7 Europe in 2022, earning $60,000 (~INR 56 lakh), and achieving a notable victory at PUBG Global Series 8 in 2025, where they secured $100,000 (~INR 93 lakh). Furthermore, they placed in the Top 3 at PUBG Global Series 2 in 2023, collecting $162,000 (~INR 1.51 crore), and attained a Top 7 position at the PUBG Global Championship 2022, contributing $134,445 (~INR 1.25 crore) to their total winnings.
With participation in both the 2024 and 2025 editions of the EWC, the roster contributes significant global stage experience. Cumulatively, the team has accumulated around $713,000 (~INR 6.6 crore) in prize money, solidifying its standing as a premier international squad.
“Becoming part of S8UL is a big opportunity for us as a team. As a team, we’ve always believed in our ability to compete with the best in the world, and having the backing of a global organisation allows us to push even further. With the Esports World Cup coming up, we’re focused on working through the qualifiers and making sure we deliver performances that match our potential.,” commented Roman Zinovev aka ADOUZ1E, captain of S8UL’s PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS team.
This announcement follows closely on the heels of S8UL’s renewed selection as a Club Partner by the Esports Foundation (EF), positioning it within an exclusive cohort of 40 global organizations that represent their respective regions on the international stage. Consequently, S8UL will persist in representing India globally while striving for qualification across numerous titles.
The organization has already declared its involvement in 13 titles for EWC 2026, including Apex Legends, Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI), Call of Duty: Warzone, Chess, EA Sports FC, FATAL Fury, Fortnite, Honor of Kings, MOBA Legends 5V5, PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS, Street Fighter 6, TEKKEN 8, and Trackmania. Rosters for further titles are expected to be unveiled shortly.
The PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS tournament at EWC 2026 is slated for July 21-26 in Riyadh, featuring 24 elite global teams vying for a total prize pool of $2 million (roughly INR 18.6 crore). S8UL’s recently signed roster will now navigate the qualification process to earn a place in the event.
Armed with a seasoned international roster and a distinct objective of qualifying for EWC 2026, S8UL persists in gaining traction across various titles, underscoring its aspiration to contend with the world’s premier teams and enhance India’s standing in global esports.
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