The Mobile Premier League (MPL), a prominent platform for skill-based games and fantasy sports, is facing an uncertain future due to the Online Gaming Bill 2025. This bill, which passed through the Lok Sabha, imposes a comprehensive ban on online games that involve monetary stakes. The bill targets platforms like MPL, where users often pay to enter contests with cash rewards. This places MPL directly in the crosshairs of the legislation. The bill’s provisions could lead to a ban on fantasy sports offerings, similar to potential impacts on platforms like Dream11. Arcade-style games on the platform might survive if they remove cash rewards and transition to subscription-based models. To avoid significant revenue losses, MPL may need to shift its focus to esports and social gaming. While esports tournaments and casual games without real-money betting could continue under the new regulations, the company’s ability to adapt its business model will be critical in the coming months to avoid potential shutdowns.
