NODWIN Gaming has officially announced India’s national roster for Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege at the upcoming Esports Nations Cup (ENC) 2026, marking a significant step in the country’s preparations for one of the biggest nation-based esports tournaments in the world. The global competition is scheduled to be held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from November 2 to 29, 2026, bringing together some of the strongest national teams from across the globe.

According to a NODWIN Gaming press release, the Indian team will compete under the guidance of national coach Ashrit Goyal, better known in the esports community as notyAshritB. Earlier appointed by NODWIN Gaming as India’s Rainbow Six Siege national coach, Goyal has been entrusted with building the squad, shaping team strategy, and preparing the players for international competition.

The Indian contingent features a mix of experienced and battle-tested players, including in-game leader Arvinth Narayanan (Jittery), Naveen Krishnan (Beat), Ravi Kundu (Xedux), Mohammed Arbaaz Ali Khan (Baaz), Himadri Hazra Choudhury (Dzz), Atharva Patil (Atharv), and Kumar Tathagat (I0Nzera). Together, the roster brings years of competitive experience from South Asia’s Rainbow Six Siege circuit and several appearances in international tournaments.

At the core of the lineup are Jittery and Beat, who have been competing professionally since 2019. The duo has represented teams such as Union Gaming, Monkey Hunters, and Team Knock Knock, securing victories in major regional competitions including the Six August 2020 Major – South Asia, South Asia Nationals 2022, and ROG Masters Asia-Pacific 2022: South Asia. Their long-standing partnership is expected to provide stability and leadership to the squad.

Xedux and Baaz also enter the tournament with a strong track record, having represented Hasib Warriors in multiple regional competitions. The pair won the SA Elite Community Series 2025 and several editions of the Fragnation Community Cup, while also helping Hasib Warriors reach the playoffs of the Asia Pro League in 2023. Dzz brings additional international experience and has previously played alongside several members of the current roster during his stint with Team Knock Knock.

The squad gains further depth through Atharv, a veteran of KIRA Esports who has represented the organisation since 2019. Over the years, he has earned titles such as the Taiwan Excellence Gaming Cup 2021 and TEC Rainbow Six Siege Ahmedabad Cup. He was also part of the first Indian team to defeat an international opponent, Cyclops Athlete Gaming, a milestone achievement for Indian Rainbow Six Siege esports. Completing the lineup is I0Nzera, who contributes both playing and coaching experience gained during his time with Lightning Warriors.

Speaking about the challenge ahead, team captain and in-game leader Jittery said tournaments such as the Esports Nations Cup offer players a rare opportunity to compete under the national flag against the world’s best teams. He expressed confidence in the roster’s blend of experience, versatility, and international exposure, while stressing that the immediate focus remains on securing qualification for the main event.

The Rainbow Six Siege tournament at ENC 2026 will feature a prize pool of USD 1.32 million (approximately Rs.12.5 crore) and will bring together 24 national teams in a 5v5 tactical shooter format. Twelve countries have already secured direct qualification based on ENC rankings, including Brazil, France, the United States, Great Britain, Sweden, Indonesia, China, Australia, Germany, New Zealand, Poland, and Portugal.

India will now compete in the Asia regional qualifiers from May 29 to 31, where teams will battle through a double-elimination bracket with all matches played in a Best-of-Three format. The top two teams from the Asian qualifiers will secure a place at the ENC Finals in Riyadh.

For Indian esports, the tournament represents another major opportunity to showcase the country’s growing talent on the global stage. With an experienced roster and a challenging qualification campaign ahead, Team India will be aiming to earn its place among the world’s elite when the action begins later this year.