iQOO and 8Bit Creatives Forge India’s Biggest Esports Naming Rights Deal: A New Era for Gaming
In a landmark move that will reshape the future of esports in India, 8Bit Creatives, the leading talent management agency in the country, has secured the largest naming rights sponsorship deal in Indian gaming history with iQOO, the high-performance smartphone brand. This monumental partnership signals a new chapter for the esports ecosystem, marking a significant milestone in the growing commercial landscape of Indian gaming.
A Groundbreaking Deal for Esports in India
As part of this historic agreement, iQOO has acquired the naming rights for three of India’s top esports teams represented by 8Bit Creatives:
•8Bit Esports
•Reckoning Esports
•Revenant Xspark
Additionally, iQOO’s collaboration with Team iQOO SouL, which has been a flagship partnership for over a year, continues to thrive, strengthening the brand’s association with top-tier esports talent in India. This deal underscores iQOO’s unwavering commitment to supporting esports and gaming in India.
Leading Voices Share Their Vision
The partnership has been lauded by key figures in the Indian esports ecosystem, emphasizing its potential to elevate the gaming community.
Animesh Agarwal, Founder and CEO of 8Bit Creatives, expressed his excitement:
“Securing this historic deal with iQOO is a proud moment for the Indian gaming industry. We’re grateful for their trust in us to represent three of their top teams. This partnership strengthens our commitment to supporting the esports landscape and helps drive Indian gaming forward.”
Sharang Naicker, Owner of Reckoning Esports, spoke about the collaborative journey:
“This partnership with iQOO reflects the strength of our shared vision to elevate the esports ecosystem. It’s a major step forward in the growth of Indian gaming, and we’re excited about the opportunities it brings to Reckoning Esports.”
Rohit Jagasia, Team Owner of Revenant Xspark :
“Our journey with 8Bit Creatives has always been about pushing boundaries and creating meaningful opportunities. Partnering with iQOO is the next step in bringing our vision of innovation to life, and we’re looking forward to continuing this collaboration.”
iQOO’s Commitment to Indian Gaming
The unveiling of this partnership at the launch of the iQOO 13 smartphone further solidifies iQOO’s role as a key player in Indian esports. During the event, Naman Mathur, aka Mortal, took center stage to highlight the groundbreaking features of the iQOO 13 and discuss how the phone’s cutting-edge specifications will enhance the gaming experience. Mortal, along with other esports luminaries, was joined by:
•8Bit Thug from S8UL
•Rohit Jagasia, Team Owner of Revenant Xspark
•Sarang Naicker, Owner of Reckoning Esports
•Jai Shah, Co-Founder of Orangutan Esports
This star-studded lineup of esports personalities and industry leaders showcased the deepening ties between iQOO and the gaming community.
A Star-Studded BGMI Lineup: iQOO’s New Powerhouse Teams
The iQOO 13 launch event was the stage for a major announcement: iQOO revealed its star-studded BGMI lineup for 2024, featuring some of the most talented teams in the country:
This powerful roster is set to dominate the BGMI scene and lead the charge in esports excellence throughout the year. With iQOO’s high-performance technology backing these teams, the future looks incredibly promising for competitive gaming in India.
Why This Partnership Matters for Indian Gaming
This landmark deal represents more than just a commercial success—it marks the next level of engagement between brands and the Indian gaming community. As esports continues to soar in India, the iQOO-8Bit Creatives partnership is a key catalyst, opening doors for further investments and growth in the sector. The commitment from iQOO and its alignment with top esports teams ensures that players and fans will experience elevated gameplay, innovative collaborations, and more exciting tournaments.
Looking Ahead: The Future of Indian Esports
As iQOO expands its footprint in Indian esports, the gaming community can look forward to a thrilling journey filled with intense competition, cutting-edge technology, and unparalleled brand support. With 8Bit Creatives leading the way, this partnership sets the stage for even greater achievements in the years to come.
Stay tuned as Indian esports enters an exciting new chapter, with iQOO at the forefront of the gaming revolution!
