DaNiAL and Tejas Gear Up to Represent India at WAVES Esports Championship 2025, Set to Battle Global Titans!

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In a momentous achievement for Indian esports, Danial "DaNiAL" Patel and Tejaskumar Hasmukhbhai Bhoi will proudly represent Team India at the inaugural WAVES Esports Championship (WESC), organised by the Esports Federation of India (ESFI).

The prestigious international esports event will take place at Mumbai's Jio Convention Centre, starting May 1, with players from across the globe vying for supremacy.

After emerging as victors in the fiercely contested India leg of WESC 2025, DaNiAL and Tejas will now face off against the best in the international leg, where they will battle players from five foreign nations. DaNiAL will showcase his skills in eFootball, taking on top competitors from Malaysia, Laos, and Thailand. Meanwhile, Tejas will represent India in World Cricket Championship 3 (WCC3), facing opponents from Nepal and Sri Lanka.

The Indian leg of the competition saw an overwhelming participation of over 35,000 contestants, with the top eight players from two gaming titles, eFootball and WCC3, advancing to the national finals. After intense and riveting matchups, DaNiAL claimed the top spot in eFootball, while Tejas outperformed his peers in WCC3. The victories not only secured them a place in the prestigious international leg but also set the stage for them to make their mark on the global gaming landscape.

Commenting on the achievements of DaNiAL and Tejas, Mr Lokesh Suji, Director of the Esports Federation of India (ESFI), expressed his pride: "I am incredibly proud of DaNiAL and Tejas for earning the honour of representing India at the inaugural WAVES Esports Summit. WAVES has been instrumental in unearthing talent from every corner of the country. Their qualification reflects the rising calibre of Indian esports, and I'm confident they'll make the nation proud on the international stage."

Esports holds a significant place within the AVGC-XR pillar of the WAVES Summit, highlighting India's rapidly expanding gaming scene. With over 5,000 delegates from 100 countries and more than 750 creators participating, this global summit offers a unique platform for competitive gaming enthusiasts from all over the world.

As the event progresses, DaNiAL and Tejas will be honoured with the WAVES Trophy on May 4, recognising their victories in the Indian leg of WESC. Joining them in the celebrations will be Love Sharma and Pappu Kumar Priyedarshi, who secured second and third place in WCC3, as well as Akash Rudro Dhar and Pawan Kampelli, who completed the podium in eFootball. The overall international champions will be presented with WESC Medals at the Creatosphere Award Ceremony later that day.

Reflecting on his triumph in the Indian leg, DaNiAL said: "I'm incredibly proud of this victory-it's a testament to the hard work, discipline, and support from everyone around me. Winning here is just the beginning, and I'm excited to take this momentum into the international stage. My preparation for the international leg will be even more intense. I'll be analysing top players, refining my strategies, and staying mentally and physically sharp. This next step is huge, and I'm committed to giving it everything I have."

Tejas, equally thrilled about the opportunity to represent India, said: "I feel very proud about qualifying for the finals in the WAVES. I will try to accept the opportunity that I have got to bring glory to India, and I will try my best to bring the trophy to India. I am ready for the finals. The preparations are intense. I will come back after winning."

As the governing body for esports in India, ESFI has played a pivotal role in shaping the country's competitive gaming scene. With its track record of success in global events like the Asian Games and Commonwealth Esports Championship, ESFI continues to pave the way for India's emergence as a powerhouse in international esports competitions.