In a major development for Indian esports, True Rippers officially bid farewell to their entire BGMI roster on April 22, 2026. An emotional farewell post by the organization confirmed the departure of Jelly, Hydro, KioLmao, and Harsh — a squad that represented India on the global stage multiple times.
End of a Legendary Era
True Rippers' BGMI lineup was no ordinary roster. They finished 2nd at the BGMI International Cup, competed at the PUBG Mobile Global Championship (PMGC), and earned a podium at the Chennai Esports Global Championship. Their farewell marks the close of one of Indian BGMI's most decorated chapters.
"A defining chapter ends. The squad is now set to begin a new journey."
The TAG Move — Now Almost Certain
Reports from letsgrowesports confirm that the entire True Rippers lineup has been bought out by Team Apex Gaming (TAG) for a reported ₹10 lakh INR. The expected official TAG BGMI roster is:
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Jonathan Gaming | Star Fragger / Assaulter |
| Jelly (Gunjan Thakur) | IGL |
| Hydro | Assaulter |
| Harsh | Assaulter |
| KioLmao | Assaulter |
TAG's official roster announcement is expected before April 26, 2026 — the closing date of the BGMI player transfer window.
Why This Is a Game-Changer
Jonathan Gaming already possesses elite fragging ability. Pairing him with Jelly as IGL — his former captain — restores a chemistry the Indian BGMI community knows well. This is not a rebuilding project. This is a pre-built, tournament-hardened squad stepping under a brand-new banner, heading straight into BMPS 2026 where an EWC 2026 Riyadh qualification slot is on the line.
Note: Roster details are based on reports from EsportsVerse and have not yet been officially confirmed by Team Apex Gaming. EsportsVerse will update this article once the official announcement drops.