India Assembles Star-Studded Coaching Line-Up for Esports Nations Cup 2026

India has officially unveiled its coaching roster for the inaugural Esports Nations Cup 2026, poised to take place in Riyadh from November 2-29. The announcement signifies the beginning of player selection, underscoring India's commitment to excel at the global nation-based esports tournament.

The Esports Foundation has already appointed over 700 Game Coaches from more than 100 nations, signaling the ENC's global reach. NODWIN Gaming, India's National Team Partner, has strategically appointed coaches across essential game titles. These coaches are tasked with player scouting, team strategy, and lineup formation, according to a press release.

Notable appointments include Moin Ejaz for DOTA 2, Rahul for BGMI, and Abhishek Bajaj for VALORANT. Each coach brings a wealth of competitive experience and past successes, aiming to fortify India's presence on the international esports platform. As ENC approaches, attention turns to finalizing player selections, with roster submissions due by May 10.

(With inputs from agencies.)