S8UL ESPORTS’ LEAGUE OF Legends roster has qualified to represent India at the Asian Games 2026 in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, from September 19 to October 4.
The squad members Akshaj Shenoy (Kat Bot), Aakash Shandilya (Infi), Sanindhya Malik (Deadcorporal), Mihir Ranjan (Lotus), Ahmed Shahid (Nero), and Rahul Bisht (Bob) qualified via the National Esports Championships 2026 before going unbeaten through Group B of the regional qualifiers, defeating Jordan, Sri Lanka, and Kazakhstan. They secured qualification despite losses to Vietnam, Hong Kong, and Saudi Arabia in the Split Stage.
India will face strong competition from Japan, Chinese Taipei, and Vietnam at the Asian Games. Four members of the squad, Kat Bot, Infi, Deadcorporal, and Lotus, were part of India’s team at the Hangzhou Asian Games 2023, where the side finished fifth.
India’s League of Legends team Captain Akshaj Shenoy aka Kat Bot said, “Qualifying for the Asian Games is a proud moment for all of us. We knew the regional qualifiers would be extremely competitive, and every match demanded complete focus. For many of us, this will be our second Asian Games, which makes this qualification even more special because we understand the level of competition that awaits us. We are grateful to S8UL for believing in this roster and providing us with the support, stability, and opportunities needed to keep improving as a team. Representing India is always an honour, and we’ll do everything we can to make the country proud in Aichi-Nagoya.”
The qualification reflects S8UL’s investment in the roster since signing the players last year, providing competitive infrastructure and opportunities across domestic and international competitions.
S8UL Co-founder and CEO Animesh Agarwal aka 8Bit Thug said, “Representing India at the Asian Games is among the highest honours an athlete can achieve, and seeing our League of Legends roster earn that opportunity is incredibly special. This team has demonstrated resilience, discipline, and a willingness to continually improve, qualities that are essential for success at the international level. At S8UL, our goal has always been to create pathways for Indian athletes to compete on the biggest stages in the world. We have no doubt they will give their all when they step onto the stage in Aichi-Nagoya and compete for the nation with pride.”
S8UL also has Gurashish Singh (Soul) and Prateek Bhaunt (B Haunt) representing India at the Asian Games in Tekken 8 and Street Fighter 6, respectively, following their wins at NESC 2026. At the Esports World Cup 2026, S8UL has qualified in Apex Legends, Chess, Fortnite, and Honor of Kings as a Club Partner of the Esports Foundation for the second consecutive year.
