Sri Lanka Esports was represented at the New Global Sport Conference (NGSC) 2025 in Riyadh by its President, Raveen Wijayatilake, where the Esports Nations Cup (ENC) was officially announced, marking a landmark moment for the future of Esports globally.
The NGSC brought together global leaders in sport, gaming and Esports to discuss the future of competition and collaboration. The reveal of the Esports Nations Cup introduced a recurring nation-versus-nation tournament where players will represent their countries on the world stage, elevating Esports to new heights of recognition and legitimacy. The first edition of the tournament will take place in 2026, creating an opportunity for countries such as Sri Lanka to showcase their best Esports athletes at the highest level of competition.
“Being present at NGSC for the announcement of the Esports Nations Cup was a powerful reminder that Esports is no longer a niche pursuit, but a global movement. For Sri Lanka, this means that our players will have the opportunity to compete under their national flag, to gain international exposure and to inspire the next generation of Esports athletes.” said Raveen Wijayatilake, President of the Sri Lanka Esports Association (SLESA).
The presence of Sri Lanka in conversations of this scale underscores the nation’s growing stature within the global Esports community. With Esports now recognised as an official sport locally, SLESA is committed to building pathways for Sri Lankan athletes to take part in international events, while continuing to nurture grassroots growth at home.
Dialog Axiata is the proud sponsor of the National Esports, Cricket, Volleyball and Netball teams. Dialog is also the primary sponsor of the Sri Lanka Golf Open and Paralympic sports by powering the National Para Games, and the Sri Lankan contingent to the World Paralympic Games. Further, in line with its commitment towards powering the champions of tomorrow, the company continues to power the National Junior and Senior Netball tourneys and School Rugby.
Gamer.LK, Sri Lanka’s premier Video Games & Esports company, serves as the Strategic Partner for SLESA. Over the past decade, Gamer.LK’s consistent efforts in organising tournaments, leagues, and community initiatives have been instrumental in developing Esports in the country, nurturing local talent, and taking Sri Lankan Esports to the international stage.
Caption:Sri Lanka Esports Represented at NGSC as Esports Nations Cup is Announced.
