'Country’s largest' esports tournament finds its Champions

Discovery One, a local esports organisation deemed the "largest" of its kind in Bangladesh, has recently hosted the Grand Finals of its D1 Cup Season 2 event. The event was held at the International Convention City Bashundhara (ICCB) on September 2. With a total prize pool of BDT 40 lakh, more than 100 teams competed across various segments, showcasing local talent in competitive esports.

The Discovery One Cup Season 2 Grand Finals was title-sponsored by bKash and supported by Mountain Dew, Paramount Venture Capital, and Savoy. The event hosted gaming tournaments of several popular titles: Valorant, Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, and Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS: GO).

The stage for the grand finals event

In the Valorant segment, MLT Esports emerged as the champions, securing the coveted title and a cash prize of BDT 8 lakh. The team called Insurgent Tennos came in second place. 

Mobile Legends enthusiasts were treated to a clash between the teams Silverline and Kral's Council. Kral's Council clinched the championship, marking their first-ever victory in the Discovery One Cup and earning a prize of BDT 6 lakh.

As for the CS: GO tournament, the teams Red Viperz and Siuuu Gamers reached the final round. In the end, Red Viperz emerged victorious, walking away with a prize of BDT 5 lakh and cementing their place as the CS: GO champions of the Discovery One Cup Season 2.

As the gaming scene in Bangladesh continues to flourish, events like these serve as a testament to the country's growing prominence in esports. The anticipation for the next season of Discovery One Cup is already building, promising even more thrilling moments for gamers and fans alike.

Some moments from the event.