S8UL Esports achieved a significant milestone at the Esports Awards 2025 in Las Vegas, securing two major accolades. The organisation was awarded the Esports Content Group of the Year for the fourth consecutive time. Additionally, Co-Founder Animesh "8Bit Thug" Agarwal was named Esports Personality of the Year, marking S8UL as the first Indian organisation to win two distinct titles at this prestigious event.
The Esports Awards, often referred to as the Oscars of gaming, annually recognise top global talent. This year, S8UL's achievements coincided with their participation in the Esports World Cup. Competing alongside elite teams and creators worldwide, they represented India on one of esports' grandest stages. Winning against renowned groups
like T1 and Team Liquid highlights S8UL's storytelling prowess and community-centric approach.
Indian creators also made their mark at this year's awards. Payal Dhare, known as Payal Gaming, was nominated for Streamer of the Year. She stood among global streaming giants such as Kai Cenat and Felix "xQc" Lengyel. Although Darren "IShowSpeed" Watkins Jr won, Payal's nomination underscores Indian creators' expanding global influence.
Raj Varma represented India in the Esports Content Creator of the Year category. Competing against notable names like Marc "Caedrel" Lamont and Cody "Clix" Conrod, Raj's nomination highlighted Indian storytellers' rising recognition in global esports entertainment. Nicholas "Jynxzi" Stewart ultimately took home the award.
Animesh "8Bit Thug" Agarwal expressed his gratitude for their achievements: "This year's esports awards nominations were already huge for us. Back to back nominations told us we were doing something right. But winning Content Group of the year, for the fourth time running, its just wild. "
Naman "Mortal" Mathur shared his pride: "This is a proud moment not just for S8UL, but for India. Year after year, our goal has been to show the world that Indian gaming creators can stand shoulder to shoulder with the best. "
Lokesh "Goldy" Jain emphasised S8UL's mission: "S8UL has always been about building a legacy rooted in creativity, collaboration, and community. Winning two awards tonight is a testament to the relentless efforts of our team and the unwavering love of our fans. "
A Historic Night for Indian Esports
This historic night signifies how far Indian esports has progressed and its future potential. With creators and teams continuously elevating industry standards, S8UL's journey inspires millions across India. Their success proves that a world-class esports culture can thrive within India's gaming community.
