Team Vietnam Crowned PUBG Nations Cup 2025 Champions with Historic Performance in Seoul
- Sagar Mankar
- 3 days ago
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Team Vietnam has officially etched its name in the history books by winning the PUBG Nations Cup 2025, delivering a record-breaking total of 216 points over 18 games.
The event, held from July 23 to July 27 at the Olympic Handball Gymnasium in Seoul, South Korea, marked a monumental victory for Vietnam after years of narrowly missing the top spot.
Vietnam had come painfully close before, finishing second in 2019 and 2022, third in 2023, and fourth in 2024. This time, though, there was no doubt. Their consistent performance throughout the tournament, from early dominance to maintaining their lead under pressure, showcased the skill and resilience that finally brought them to the top.
Team Vietnam Won PNC 2025
Format and Structure of PNC 2025
This year’s PUBG Nations Cup was unique in several ways. For the first time in PNC history, 24 national teams participated, making it the largest edition to date. The top 8 teams from PNC 2024 were seeded directly into the final stage, while the remaining squads battled it out in the Survival Stage.
The event followed the SUPER Global Point Rule, with kill points and placements determining the match outcomes. Each kill earned a team 1 point, while placement points ranged from 10 for 1st place to 0 for teams finishing 9th through 16th.
Vietnam’s Match-by-Match Journey
Vietnam's campaign began with a bang:
Game 1: 1st place with 16 kills
Game 2: 1st place with 12 kills
A stumble came in Game 3 with a 14th-place finish, but they bounced back immediately with strong performances in the next games:
Games 5 to 8 included multiple top-3 finishes and double-digit kill counts.
The latter half of the event saw Vietnam holding their lead while facing strong competition. Notably, in Game 15, Vietnam dropped a massive 17-kill third-place finish, solidifying their advantage ahead of the final stretch.
Despite a few lower placements toward the end, their early buffer was too much for other teams to overcome.
Close Rivals and Key Contenders
While Vietnam led the pack, China, Thailand, and the United States were formidable opponents throughout the event. China emerged as an early threat with impressive games in the mid-stage. Thailand consistently delivered stable placements, and the U.S. made a late push, especially with wins in Game 6 and Game 16.
Ultimately, Vietnam's unmatched consistency gave them the edge, with the team finishing with the highest kill count and most placement points overall.
Final Standings
Prize Pool Breakdown
The total prize pool reached $947,102, thanks to crowdfunding efforts that added 25% of PNC 2025 skin sales to the base $500,000 pool.
Here's how the top ranks shaped up:
Rank | Country | Prize Money |
1st | Vietnam | $150,000 |
2nd | China | $60,000 |
3rd | Thailand | $36,000 |
4th | United States | $30,000 |
5th | Germany | $25,000 |
6th | Brazil | $19,000 |
7th | Indonesia | $17,000 |
8th | South Korea | $16,000 |
9th–24th | Other Nations | $5,000–$15,000 |
Himass, from Team Vietnam, was named the MVP of the tournament for his standout gameplay and leadership.
Viewer Stats and Cultural Crossovers
As per Esports Charts, the PUBG Nations Cup 2025 attracted impressive viewership, reaching a peak of over 815,000 viewers and averaging 272,659 viewers over 22+ hours of competitive play.
Adding flair to the grand finale, K-pop sensation aespa performed their newly released track "Dark Arts" during the closing ceremony. The stage was electrified with synchronized choreography, elaborate visuals, and themes perfectly aligned with PUBG’s competitive energy.
And with that, the curtain falls on another epic chapter in PUBG history—one that Vietnam will cherish forever.