India's Coaches for ENC 2026 Revealed – Full Esports Nations Cup Coaching Lineup
India has officially confirmed its coaching lineup for the inaugural Esports Nations Cup 2026 (ENC 2026), with NODWIN Gaming naming nine coaches across major esports titles ahead of the country’s campaign in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The announcement marks the official start of India’s player selection and national team preparation for one of the biggest international esports events scheduled for 2026.
The confirmed India ENC 2026 coaches cover BGMI, Valorant, Dota 2, League of Legends, PUBG: Battlegrounds, Rainbow Six Siege, Rocket League, Mobile Legends Bang Bang, and Honor of Kings. The tournament itself is set to run from November 2 to November 29, 2026 in Riyadh and is expected to feature 16 game titles with a total prize pool of $20 million.
What is ENC 2026?
The Esports Nations Cup 2026 is a global nation-versus-nation esports competition where countries compete through national squads rather than club rosters. That makes ENC different from regular esports events, because teams are built around national representation and structured selection rather than existing organizations alone.
For India, ENC 2026 is a major milestone because it gives the country a chance to field official squads across multiple esports titles on a global stage. With NODWIN Gaming acting as India’s National Team Partner, the coaching appointments are the first major step toward finalizing competitive rosters for the event.
India's Coaches for ENC 2026
| Game Title | Coach |
|---|---|
| BGMI | Rahul “Ayogi” |
| Valorant | Abhishek Bajaj “GodspeedxD” |
| Dota 2 | Moin Ejaz “NO_Chanc3” |
| League of Legends | Pankaj Upadhyay “KAKA” |
| PUBG: Battlegrounds | Pratik Mehra “Aurum” |
| Rainbow Six Siege | Ashrit Goyal “notyAshritB” |
| Rocket League | Nirjhar Mitra “jocse” |
| Mobile Legends Bang Bang | Steve Vitug “Dale” |
| Honor of Kings | Gradyano Valendy “Rinnqt” |
ENC 2026 Quick Facts
- Event: Esports Nations Cup 2026
- Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Dates: November 2 to November 29, 2026
- India’s National Team Partner: NODWIN Gaming
- Total Game Titles: 16
- Prize Pool: $20 million
- Participating Nations and Territories: 100+
- India Coaches Confirmed: 9
Why India's ENC 2026 Coaching Lineup Matters
India’s coaching appointments are important because the coaches will now help identify players, guide selection trials, define team strategy, and build final rosters for the tournament. In a nation-based competition like ENC 2026, strong coaching can play a major role in balancing team chemistry, role clarity, and adaptation across international formats.
Several of the appointed names also bring strong reputations from their respective scenes. Rahul “Ayogi” has worked with top BGMI teams, Abhishek Bajaj “GodspeedxD” has a proven Valorant coaching record, and Moin Ejaz “NO_Chanc3” brings more than a decade of Dota 2 experience, including India’s bronze-medal campaign at the Commonwealth Esports Championships 2022.
NODWIN Gaming's Role in India's ENC 2026 Campaign
As India’s official National Team Partner (NTP), NODWIN Gaming is responsible for leading the country’s roadmap into ENC 2026. That includes appointing coaches, managing player identification, helping shape selection systems, and supporting India’s overall competitive structure before the final squads are locked in.
This structure is significant for Indian esports because it creates a more organized path toward national representation across titles instead of relying only on club ecosystems. For fans, it also means the road to Team India at ENC 2026 will likely be shaped by structured trials, scouting, and game-specific strategy from each appointed coach.
FAQ About India's Coaches for ENC 2026
Who is India's BGMI coach for ENC 2026?
India’s BGMI coach for ENC 2026 is Rahul “Ayogi”, who is known in the Indian mobile esports scene for coaching successful BGMI teams.
Who is India's Valorant coach for ENC 2026?
India’s Valorant coach for ENC 2026 is Abhishek Bajaj “GodspeedxD”, who has previously coached teams such as Reckoning Esports, Bleed Esports, Grayfox Esports, and Velocity Esports.
How many coaches has India announced for ENC 2026?
India has announced nine coaches for ENC 2026, with one coach assigned to each of the confirmed game titles in the current India setup.
When will Esports Nations Cup 2026 take place?
Esports Nations Cup 2026 is scheduled to take place from November 2 to November 29, 2026 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
What is the prize pool for ENC 2026?
ENC 2026 features a total prize pool of $20 million across 16 titles.
Who is India’s National Team Partner for ENC 2026?
NODWIN Gaming is India’s official National Team Partner for ENC 2026 and is overseeing the coaching and player selection process for the country’s campaign.