(Xports News Reporter Jeongbeom Lee) ‘2024 PMGC’ D Plus Kia (DK) survived the last chance and advanced to the grand finals.
On November 24, Krafton Co., Ltd. (CEO Kim Chang-han) held the second day of the Last Chance match of the ‘2024 PUBG MOBILE Global Championship (2024 PMGC)’, the top international e-sports competition of ‘Battleground Mobile’. proceeded.
‘2024 PMGC’ is a competition in which a total of 48 teams, among numerous ‘Battleground Mobile’ teams from around the world, competed against each other after going through fierce national and regional competitions over the past year. The total prize money is $3 million (approximately 4.14 billion won), and the competition consists of a league and grand final.
The league was held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia from October 31 to November 24 in the following order: group stage, survival stage, and last chance.
The 48 teams that participated in the group stage were divided into 3 groups (yellow, red, and green) with 16 teams each, and each group played 24 matches over 4 days. The top three teams in each group (9 teams in total) advanced directly to the grand finals, and the bottom 5 teams in each group (15 teams in total) were immediately eliminated. And 8 more teams were eliminated through the survival stage.
As a result of the 16 teams that survived the survival stage participating in the second day of Last Chance, Team Falcons (FLCN) ranked first with 141 points. Insilio (INS) took 2nd place (2nd Chicken) with 97 points, Boin Donkey ID (VD) took 3rd place (1st Chicken) with 97 points, Vicious Latam (VC) took 4th place with 89 points, and Korea’s D Plus Kia (DK) ranked 5th with 82 points, and Regnum Caria & Bra Esports (RCB) ranked 6th with 78 points. These six teams will advance to the grand finals and compete for the championship trophy.
On the other hand, another Korean team, Mirae N Sejong (MSJ), was unfortunately eliminated after ranking 14th in the Last Chance event. Accordingly, two Korean teams, including DRX, who advanced directly from the group stage to the grand finals, advanced to the grand finals.
Meanwhile, the ‘2024 PMGC’ grand final starts at 9 PM Korean time. The broadcast can be watched on the official ‘Battleground Mobile’ esports YouTube, TikTok, and Naver esports.
Detailed information about ‘Battleground Mobile’ esports, including ‘2024 PMGC’, can be found on the ‘Battleground Mobile’ esports website.
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Reporter Lee Jeong-beom leejb@xportsnews.com
**How has the rise of mobile esports in Korea, exemplified by D Plus Kia’s success, impacted the traditional PC gaming landscape within the country?**
## World Today News Exclusive Interview: D Plus Kia’s PMGC Success and The Future of Korean Esports
**Host:** Welcome back to World Today News. Today we’re diving into the exhilarating world of PUBG Mobile esports with two esteemed guests, [Guest 1 Name], a renowned PUBG Mobile analyst, and [Guest 2 Name], a representative from D Plus Kia, the Korean team who secured their spot in the PMGC grand finals. Welcome to both of you!
**Section 1: The Road to Grand Finals: A Tight Race**
**Host:** [Guest 1 Name], the PMGC’s Last Chance stage was incredibly intense, with only six teams making it through to the grand finals.
* What were some of the standout strategies and plays that you witnessed during this stage, and how did D Plus Kia manage to outperform their competitors?
* D Plus Kia secured their spot in the grand finals by just a few points. Could you elaborate on the pressure and challenges faced by the team during this critical stage?
**Guest 1 Response:**
**Guest 2 Response:**
**Section 2: D Plus Kia’s Triumph: A Korean Esports Legacy**
**Host:** [Guest 2 Name], congratulations on D Plus Kia’s success! This achievement marks another milestone for Korean esports.
* How does D Plus Kia’s success reflect the development and strength of the Korean PUBG Mobile scene?
* What unique strengths and strategies does D Plus Kia bring to the table that have propelled them this far in the competition?
* What are the team’s expectations for the Grand Finals, and how have you prepared for the challenges that await?
**Guest 2 Response:**
**Guest 1 Response:**
**Section 3: The Future of PUBG Mobile Esports: A Global Phenomenon**
**Host:** [Guest 1 Name], the PUBG Mobile Global Championship boasts a $3 million prize pool and attracts top teams from around the world.
* What are your thoughts on the growth and global reach of PUBG Mobile esports?
* How do you see the competitive landscape evolving in the coming years, particularly with the rise of new teams and regions?
**Guest 1 Response:**
**Section 4: Looking Ahead: The Grand Finals and Beyond**
**Host:** [Guest 2 Name], the grand finals are just around the corner.
* Can you give us a glimpse into D Plus Kia’s strategy going into the finals?
* What message do you have for your fans and supporters back in Korea, and what are your hopes for the team’s performance?
**Guest 2 Response:**
**Host:** Thank you so much [Guest 1 Name] and [Guest 2 Name] for sharing your insights and perspectives. We wish D Plus Kia all the best in the Grand Finals!
**Host:** That’s all for today’s interview. Stay tuned to World Today News for more updates on the 2024 PUBG Mobile Global Championship.