Pavan Kampelli Wins Bronze in eFootball at Asian Esports Games

India’s Pavan Kampelli has made history by securing a bronze medal in eFootball at the 2024 Asian Esports Games held in Bangkok. This marks India’s first-ever podium finish in the eFootball category, a monumental achievement in the country’s esports journey. Known as ‘Mr Tomboy’, Pavan showcased his exceptional skill and determination throughout the competition, battling some of the best eFootball players in Asia. 

Historic Achievement

• Pavan Kampelli won India’s first-ever medal in eFootball at the Asian Esports Games.
• The bronze medal marks a significant milestone in India’s growing presence in the esports arena.

Impressive Victories

• Kampelli defeated Asgard Azizi of Indonesia, the 2022 eFootball World Finals Winner (Mobile), with a 2-1 scoreline.
• He triumphed over competitors from Indonesia, Syria, and Laos, all with a 2-1 victory margin.

Tough Start

• Kampelli faced a challenging beginning against TXRO of Thailand, the eventual winner of the competition. Despite this, he showed great resilience and bounced back strongly.

Lower Bracket Final

• After advancing through intense rounds, Pavan made it to the Lower Bracket Final, where he fought valiantly against TXRO for a spot in the Grand Finals but faced a narrow defeat.

Remarkable Performance and Recognition

• Pavan’s stellar performance earned him a USD 500 reward for his remarkable achievements in the tournament.
• He expressed immense pride and gratitude for representing India on such a prestigious platform.

Future Aspirations

• Pavan is motivated to continue improving and aims to achieve even more success in future esports tournaments.