League Of Legends Indian Team For Asian Games 2023: All You Need To Know
After its debut as a demonstration sport at Jakarta 2018, esports is set to make history at the Asian Games 2023 in Hangzhou, China, from September 23 to October 8, by featuring as a medal sport.
Seven gaming titles, including League of Legends (LoL), FIFA Online 4, PUBG Mobile, Arena of Valor, Dota 2, Dream Three Kingdoms 2, and Street Fighter V: Champion Edition, will mark esports’ entry into the Asian Games.
India will participate in four of these events: Dota 2, FIFA Online 4, League of Legends, and Street Fighter V: Champion Edition. Check details on the League Of Legends Indian team for Asian Games 2023.
League of Legends at the Asian Games 2023
League of Legends, a prominent 5vs5 multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) video game, will be a centrepiece in the esports program at Hangzhou. Nineteen top League of Legends teams from Asia will compete for medals, with matches leading up to the final being played in a best-of-three format, and the gold and bronze medal matches in a best-of-five format.
Indian League of Legends Team
A six-member Indian League of Legends team will lead India’s charge for medals at the Asian Games 2023. The team consists of:
- Akshaj Shenoy (Kai) – Captain
- Samarth Arvind Trivedi (CrankO)
- Mihir Ranjan (Lotus)
- Sanindhya Malik (Deadcorp)
- Aakash Shandilya (Infi)
- Aditya Selvaraj (Krow)
Achievements and Profiles
Here’s a glimpse into the profiles of India’s League of Legends players for the Asian Games 2023:
Akshaj Shenoy (Kai) – Captain: A strategic leader with exceptional gameplay skills, ranked No. 1 in South Asia, and excelling both in academics and gaming.
Aditya Selvaraj (Krow): A versatile player with strategic brilliance and a decade-long journey in esports, having earned laurels both nationally and internationally.
Aakash Shandilya (Infi): A young talent from Greater Noida known for his Jungler role, excelling in multiple games including Valorant, showcasing versatility and adaptability.
Mihir Ranjan (Lotus): A high-ranking ADC player with a long list of achievements in Indian tournaments, demonstrating strategic brilliance and versatility.
Sanindhya Malik (Deadcorp): The highest-ranked South Asian player, achieving success in various international and Indian tournaments, and a master of League of Legends.
Samarth Trivedi (CrankO): A senior member of the team, excelling in support role and known for his synergy and teamwork, with a remarkable track record.
India’s League of Legends team, a blend of young talents and experienced players, is poised to make its mark at the Asian Games 2023. With strategic brilliance, exceptional gameplay skills, and a string of achievements, these individuals will strive to bring glory to India in the esports arena. Their journey exemplifies the rising influence and recognition of esports on the global stage.
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