KRAFTON India Introduces Chennai Super Kings in BGMI 4.3 Update KRAFTON India has announced a new collaboration between BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA (BGMI) and the Chennai Super Kings, set to debut in the BGMI 4.3 update on March 21. The partnership brings the iconic cricket team into the game as part of exclusive gameplay content, collectables, and a novel mechanic not previously seen in BGMI. The update includes two themed items: the Thala Legacy Set, an outfit, and the Thala Monster Truck, a vehicle skin, allowing players to embody the spirit of the franchise during matches. KS Viswanathan, Managing Director of Chennai Super Kings, highlighted the team’s deep connection with fans, stating that integrating the franchise into BGMI offers supporters a new way to celebrate their team by merging cricket’s excitement with competitive gameplay. The collaboration is timed to coincide with the 2026 cricket season, aiming to position BGMI as a platform for fan engagement among India’s mobile-first audience. This integration reflects the growing intersection of gaming culture and sports fandom, enabling fans to express loyalty within the game’s battlegrounds. The partnership underscores BGMI’s role as a hub for digital interaction, aligning with India’s cultural emphasis on cricket while expanding gaming’s appeal as a mainstream pastime. KRAFTON, headquartered in Korea, is known for developing popular titles like PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS and PUBG MOBILE, and its Indian division has launched several successful mobile games, including BGMI, which has exceeded 260 million downloads. The company also invests in India’s gaming ecosystem through initiatives like the KRAFTON India Gaming Incubator and esports events such as the BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA SERIES.#chennai_super_kings #krafton_india #bgmi #krafton #thala_legacy_set
