- The league will feature six franchise teams competing across various gaming genres, including MOBA, FPS, Sports, and Racing
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The UAE’s Esports Federation has partnered with consulting firm ITW Universe to launch the Emirates Gaming League (EGF).
This new league will debut in March 2025 as part of an effort to transform competitive gaming with a new team franchise format.
There will be a mix of established and drafted players including involvement from multiple publishers.
The league will also feature six franchise teams competing across various gaming genres, including MOBA, FPS, Sports, and Racing.
A new initiative
The new franchise format is inspired by traditional sport leagues to unite top global talent and emerging stars in what it’s calling a new format for the esports industry.
Teams can draft top players through qualifiers and create opportunities for rising talent to make their mark.
More details on the league will be shared at a press conference on Monday, September 30th 2024, at the General Sports Authority in Dubai
At the press conference, general secretary of the Emirates Esports Federation Saeed Ali Tahir and ITW Universe co-founder Bhairav Shanth will speak on how the Emirates Gaming League could redefine global esports competition.
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