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iRacing opens trials for eNASCAR College iRacing Series

Sim racing platform iRacing has opened trials for the latest round of the eNASCAR College iRacing Series. The qualifiers, taking place from February 24th to March 5th, will see the fastest sim racers from North American colleges and universities secure a place on the starting grid. Registrations for the qualifying time trials are open now, … Continued The post iRacing opens trials for eNASCAR College iRacing Series appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 24.02.2026 18:22 Uhr

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Blizzard reveals Overwatch Rush with early gameplay preview

Blizzard has surprised mobile gamers with the announcement of Overwatch Rush for iOS and Android devices. Set in the Overwatch universe, the new game will be a top-down hero shooter title and is currently in the early stages of development. Notably, Overwatch Rush is not a port of Overwatch, but an entirely new game built … Continued The post Blizzard reveals Overwatch Rush with early gameplay preview appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 24.02.2026 17:31 Uhr

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League of Legends added to Esports Nations Cup 2026 line-up

The Esports World Cup Foundation (EWCF) has announced the addition of League of Legends among the 16 game titles in the inaugural Esports Nations Cup (ENC). The nation-based tournament will see a total of 32 national teams compete from November 21st to November 29th, featuring play-ins, group stage, and a playoff bracket, as well as … Continued The post League of Legends added to Esports Nations Cup 2026 line-up appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 24.02.2026 17:09 Uhr

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Dota 2 Turbo tier list: Best heroes for Turbo mode

Dota 2 Turbo matches are an entirely different ball game compared to All Pick. With accelerated gold and nonstop skirmishing, the usual meta rules don’t always apply. This naturally leads players to wonder which are the best heroes in Turbo mode. This tier list breaks down the strongest picks in the current meta based on … Continued The post Dota 2 Turbo tier list: Best heroes for Turbo mode appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 24.02.2026 16:59 Uhr

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Power Protocol raises $3m from BITKRAFT to supercharge Fableborne and $POWER

Decentralised infrastructure Power Protocol has secured a $3m (~£2.2m) investment from BITKRAFT Ventures, taking its total funding to $15.4m (~£11.39m).  According to a press release, the injection will expand the $POWER token ecosystem and support studios using its shared infrastructure, including Fableborne, a mobile-first action RPG now in open beta worldwide. Power Protocol has stated … Continued The post Power Protocol raises $3m from BITKRAFT to supercharge Fableborne and $POWER appe

Esports Insider 24.02.2026 16:57 Uhr

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Sportradar integrity report flags 34 suspicious esports matches in 2025

Sports technology company Sportradar has released its annual integrity report, showcasing its efforts to protect the integrity of sports and esports events that took place throughout 2025. The Integrity in Action report reveals that the company monitored approximately 100,000 esports matches, flagging 34 matches deemed as ‘suspicious activity’ that were detected due to abnormal betting … Continued The post Sportradar integrity report flags 34 suspicious esports matches in 2025

Esports Insider 24.02.2026 16:40 Uhr

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FaZe Esports parent company acquires creator tech platform TubeBuddy

FaZe Esports’ parent company, GameSquare, has announced its acquisition of TubeBuddy, an AI-enabled optimisation platform for YouTube creators. Accounting for this new asset, the media conglomerate expects to generate $85 (~£63m) to $90m (~£67m) in revenue for the 2026 fiscal year, a gross margin of 35-40%, as well as an adjusted EBITDA of more than … Continued The post FaZe Esports parent company acquires creator tech platform TubeBuddy appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 24.02.2026 15:20 Uhr

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Every CS2 team that has won a Tier 1 event in 2026

The 2026 Tier 1 Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) tournament circuit is in full swing, with the world’s best esports teams and players showcasing their skills on the biggest stages.  Several high-profile organisers host Tier 1 CS2 tournaments, which can take place across sold-out arenas worldwide. In addition to huge venues hosting the biggest events, Tier 1 … Continued The post Every CS2 team that has won a Tier 1 event in 2026 appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 24.02.2026 15:09 Uhr

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Rainbow Six Mobile is officially live worldwide

Ubisoft has officially launched Rainbow Six Mobile worldwide, bringing the tactical shooter to Android and iOS devices. The global release marks the end of its soft-launch phase after nearly four years of closed beta tests and seasonal updates. Rainbow Six Mobile arrives one week after Operation Sand Wraith went live, with the season carrying over … Continued The post Rainbow Six Mobile is officially live worldwide appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 24.02.2026 14:56 Uhr

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Free Fire India reveals The Booyah Awards 2026 featuring 18 categories

Free Fire India has unveiled The Booyah Awards 2026, with 18 categories set to be part of this year’s edition. The award programme by Garena is exclusive to India and is aimed to recognise the best Free Fire esports performances and content creators in the country. The 18 categories, up from 13 at The Booyah … Continued The post Free Fire India reveals The Booyah Awards 2026 featuring 18 categories appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 24.02.2026 14:36 Uhr

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donk holds highest K/D ratio in FACEIT Season 7

Team Spirit player Danil ‘donk‘ Kryshkovets has the world’s highest K/D ratio on Counter-Strike matchmaking platform FACEIT. Currently ranked 12th on the platform’s global leaderboards, the Russian star tops the FACEIT Season 7 leaderboard with a 1.65 K/D ratio. As revealed on February 23rd, donk is ahead of several professional players who regularly compete on … Continued The post donk holds highest K/D ratio in FACEIT Season 7 appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 24.02.2026 13:43 Uhr

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The Sandbox Season 7 drops 650,000 $SAND in rewards

Metaverse platform The Sandbox has confirmed that Season 7 will launch on February 25th, introducing 650,000 SAND in player rewards alongside a major accessibility update.  The platform stated that, for the first time, users will be able to jump into selected experiences directly from their browser with no download required. Browser Access and Creator Content … Continued The post The Sandbox Season 7 drops 650,000 $SAND in rewards appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 24.02.2026 13:23 Uhr

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Riot Games unveils 2026 LEC Awards

Riot Games has revealed all the awards for the 2026 League of Legends EMEA Championship (LEC) season. The first award will be given to the Finals MVP of the LEC Versus Finals this weekend, with regular season awards, All-Pro Awards, and Finals MVP for both Spring and Summer Splits. Additionally, the LEC Rookie of the … Continued The post Riot Games unveils 2026 LEC Awards appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 24.02.2026 13:15 Uhr

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MPL Malaysia announces partnered teams for MLBB esports league

MOONTON has unveiled the eight teams that will be part of the Mobile Legends Professional League (MPL) Malaysia as it shifts to a partnership model in 2026. The longest-running esports league in Malaysia is set to join MPL Philippines and Indonesia with a fixed set of teams set to compete in the league. However, unlike … Continued The post MPL Malaysia announces partnered teams for MLBB esports league appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 24.02.2026 12:52 Uhr

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Alienware Collegiate Clash returns for 2026 featuring Marvel Rivals

Gaming tech brand Alienware has announced that its Collegiate Clash tournament is returning for 2026, with a focus on Marvel Rivals this year. 24 North American schools will field Alienware partnered teams, playing in two Marvel Rivals qualifiers to reach the finals in Austin, Texas, US. According to the announcement trailer posted by Alienware, the … Continued The post Alienware Collegiate Clash returns for 2026 featuring Marvel Rivals appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 24.02.2026 12:16 Uhr

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Riot Games teases VALORANT Agent 30 via Masters Santiago trailer

Riot Games has teased VALORANT Agent 30 through its Masters Santiago cinematic trailer. At the end of the trailer, Clove and Killjoy are seen tracking an unknown agent, with the displayed coordinates pointing to Zagreb, the capital of Croatia. This strongly hints that the upcoming agent could be of Croatian origin. Apart from this, when … Continued The post Riot Games teases VALORANT Agent 30 via Masters Santiago trailer appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 24.02.2026 11:56 Uhr

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UK Government opens consultation on banning unlicensed gambling sponsors

The UK government has said it will seek input on a possible ban that would prevent gambling companies without a UK license from sponsoring sports teams, including Premier League clubs. The Department for Culture, Media, and Sport said that the move is meant to “mitigate the risks associated with the illegal market and help eliminate … Continued The post UK Government opens consultation on banning unlicensed gambling sponsors appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 24.02.2026 10:33 Uhr

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Evo announces new tournament destinations coming in 2027, including Saudi Arabia

The FGC has expressed concern about Evo‘s prestige after five new championships were announced on February 23rd, 2026. Evo is currently considered the biggest fighting game event of the year, with a Vegas victory considered the most prestigious title for most titles. However, Evo is continuing to expand, and the additional championships may dilute the … Continued The post Evo announces new tournament destinations coming in 2027, including Saudi Arabia appeared first on Esports Inside

Esports Insider 23.02.2026 23:41 Uhr

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Team Vitality reaffirms commitment to sim racing

French esports organisation Team Vitality has reaffirmed its commitment to sim racing following its departure from the RENNSPORT R1 competition. As a result, the organisation will turn its focus to the upcoming ERL VCO championship in addition to developing a dedicated sim racing division. Team Vitality revealed that its team of drivers, that previously competed … Continued The post Team Vitality reaffirms commitment to sim racing appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 23.02.2026 19:08 Uhr

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NSE names Vita Student as headline partner

National Student Esports (NSE), the official body of UK university esports, has announced Vita Student as its headline partner for 2026. In addition to supporting the British University Esports Championship, the student accommodation provider will help enhance NSE’s offering throughout the year, including more content and competitive opportunities. Since 2018, NSE has been a key … Continued The post NSE names Vita Student as headline partner appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 23.02.2026 18:34 Uhr

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“It’s a step too far”: Rocket League community reacts to teased boost timer update

Epic Games has revealed in an animation trailer that Rocket League Season 22 will arrive on March 11th, 2026, teasing that boost timers may be added in the upcoming update. The teaser trailer showcases a potential new UI element that indicates when a boost will respawn on the field, drawing mixed reactions from fans and … Continued The post “It’s a step too far”: Rocket League community reacts to teased boost timer update appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 23.02.2026 18:29 Uhr

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RLCS Boston Major becomes the most-watched Rocket League event

The 2026 RLCS Boston Major has become the most-watched Rocket League esports event in history, surpassing the previous record set by the 2022-23 World Championship. According to esports data platform Esports Charts, the tournament hit a peak viewership of over 600,000 and an average of 270k viewers.  This is also the first time a Rocket … Continued The post RLCS Boston Major becomes the most-watched Rocket League event appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 23.02.2026 18:12 Uhr

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IEM Cologne Major to include best-of-three series in Stage 3

Esports tournament organiser ESL has announced a significant update to its IEM Cologne Major 2026 format. For the first Counter-Strike Major of 2026, the third stage of the tournament will use best-of-three series for the first time in the history of Valve’s first-person shooter title. ESL revealed that the change aims to add a greater … Continued The post IEM Cologne Major to include best-of-three series in Stage 3 appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 23.02.2026 16:56 Uhr

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“I’m a big hater”: Khabib Nurmagomedov shares views on gaming and esports

Former UFC fighter Khabib Nurmagomedov has expressed concerns surrounding the potential impact of esports and gaming on young people. The former Lightweight Champion recently shared his thoughts about the industry with former F1 Esports driver Cem Bölükbaşı. During the conversation, Nurmagomedov spoke on the downsides of young people deciding to commit a large part of … Continued The post “I’m a big hater”: Khabib Nurmagomedov shares views on gaming and esports appeared f

Esports Insider 23.02.2026 15:28 Uhr

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