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BLAST R6 Season 2026/27: Format, Dates, Majors, EWC and SI Points Breakdown

BLAST R6 Season 2026/27: Format, Dates, Majors, EWC and SI Points Breakdown

The BLAST R6 2026/27 season is built as a year-long marathon of Rainbow Six Siege competition, starting from open Challenger Series qualifiers and peaking at the Six Invitational 2027.

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10 May
Kaustavmani Choudhury
Rainbow Six Siege Y10S4.2 Patch Notes: Major Thorn and Mozzie Buffs

Rainbow Six Siege Y10S4.2 Patch Notes: Major Thorn and Mozzie Buffs

The Rainbow Six Siege Y10S4.2 update, releasing today, brings major balance adjustments and quality-of-life refinements aimed at refreshing both attacker and defender gameplay. From Thorn’s complete gadget overhaul to the return of Mozzie’s Super Shorty, players can expect meaningful meta shifts in both casual and competitive play.

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10 May
Kaustavmani Choudhury
KeSPA Returns to the Table: Partnership Resumes with Esports Nations Cup for 2026 Edition

KeSPA Returns to the Table: Partnership Resumes with Esports Nations Cup for 2026 Edition

KeSPA and the Esports Foundation have to an agreement, bringing the South Korean association back into the fold as National Team Partner, and by extension returns South Korea to the list of nations for the ENC.

9 May
Foo Zen-Wen
Benched by Bureaucracy: US Visa Denials Are Rewriting the BLAST R6 Major Before It Begins

Benched by Bureaucracy: US Visa Denials Are Rewriting the BLAST R6 Major Before It Begins

In competitive gaming, the hardest opponents are the ones you can't out-shoot, outflank, or outmaneuver with a well-timed strat. They wear suits, stamp passports, and operate out of embassy waiting rooms thousands of miles from the server.

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6 May
Kaustavmani Choudhury
Wolves Esports Out Before It Even Starts: Entire R6 Roster Denied Visas for Salt Lake City Major

Wolves Esports Out Before It Even Starts: Entire R6 Roster Denied Visas for Salt Lake City Major

It was supposed to be their breakthrough moment on the global stage. Wolves Esports had just wrapped up a strong run at the CN League Kickoff, punching their ticket to the BLAST R6 Major Salt Lake City and setting the stage for their first Major appearance under a completely new identity.

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6 May
Thales Costa
Esports Foundation Club Partner Program: Understanding the Engine Behind EWC

Esports Foundation Club Partner Program: Understanding the Engine Behind EWC

The Club Partner Program (CPP) is one of the Esports Foundation (EF) flagship initiatives centered around providing investment and incentives to a select group of esports organizations that are members of the club. It consists of its own ecosystem of support for organizations as well as providing said organizations with a separate track for winning prize money – the Club Championship. But what do we actually know about how it works? Join us as we listen to industry staples speak on their experience.

1 May
Foo Zen-Wen
All Teams Going to the BLAST R6 Salt Lake City Major 2026

All Teams Going to the BLAST R6 Salt Lake City Major 2026

The BLAST R6 Salt Lake City Major 2026 is shaping up to be one of the most hyped Rainbow Six Siege international events of the year. Teams from across the globe have earned their spots through regional league play, and while some slots are still being decided, the picture is becoming clearer. Here's a full breakdown of every team heading to Salt Lake City.

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27 Apr
Kaustavmani Choudhury
Rainbow Six Siege Y11S1.2: All New Changes from the Designer's Notes

Rainbow Six Siege Y11S1.2: All New Changes from the Designer's Notes

Rainbow Six Siege's mid-season balancing update, Y11S1.2, is on the way, and Ubisoft has dropped the Designer's Notes to give players a full breakdown of every incoming change. From overhauled operator utility to quality-of-life refinements, here's a complete rundown of what's coming.

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13 Apr
Kaustavmani Choudhury
Esports Nations Cup 2026 Confirms 16-Game Lineup for the Inaugural Event

Esports Nations Cup 2026 Confirms 16-Game Lineup for the Inaugural Event

The Esports Foundation has officially confirmed the complete 16-game lineup for the Esports Nations Cup 2026, the inaugural global nation-based esports competition set to take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from November 2–29, 2026. Over 100,000 players are expected to compete across hundreds of qualification events spanning 100 nations and territories throughout the year.

8 Apr
Kaustavmani Choudhury
Disney+ Expands KeSPA Partnership to Stream More Esports Events in 2026

Disney+ Expands KeSPA Partnership to Stream More Esports Events in 2026

Disney+ has announced an expanded partnership with the Korea e-Sports Association (KeSPA) to livestream a wider slate of Korean and pan-Asian esports competitions globally throughout 2026, building on an initial deal signed in September 2025.

6 Apr
Kaustavmani Choudhury
Esports Foundation Announces the 40 Clubs for 2026 Club Partner Program

Esports Foundation Announces the 40 Clubs for 2026 Club Partner Program

Today, the Esports Foundation (EF) announced the selected 40 esports clubs for the 2026 Club Partner Program. The program, a $20M dollar initiative, provides funding and support for all the selected clubs. Now in its 3rd year, over $100M has been reportedly invested to date.

31 Mar
Foo Zen-Wen
Rainbow Six Siege at EWC 2026: The Biggest Siege Stage Yet

Rainbow Six Siege at EWC 2026: The Biggest Siege Stage Yet

Rainbow Six Siege is back at the Esports World Cup for a third straight year, and 2026's edition is bringing more firepower than ever.

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27 Mar
Thales Costa
The Real Pay Gap: Why a Mid-Tier Streamer Often Out-Earns a Pro Player

The Real Pay Gap: Why a Mid-Tier Streamer Often Out-Earns a Pro Player

Compare esports player salary vs streamer income - real numbers, verified data. CS2, Dota 2, LoL pros vs xQc, Ninja, Faker, Full breakdown

26 Mar
Foo Zen-Wen
Great Britain to be represented at Esports Nations Cup 2026 By UK-Based Collective

Great Britain to be represented at Esports Nations Cup 2026 By UK-Based Collective

Yesterday, the Esports Foundation (EF) awarded National Team Partner status to organizations and individuals across more than 100 countries and territories. The concerted effort was all in preparation for the Esports Nations Cup (ENC) in November, a global nation-based esports competition. UK now joins the growing assembly of countries set to compete later this year in Riyadh.

26 Mar
Foo Zen-Wen
BLAST R6 Kickoff 2026: Everything You Need to Know

BLAST R6 Kickoff 2026: Everything You Need to Know

The BLAST R6 Kickoff 2026 is here, and it's unlike anything Rainbow Six Siege esports fans have seen before

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23 Mar
Thales Costa
USA Esports is announced and mark a new era for US esports

USA Esports is announced and mark a new era for US esports

USA Esports launched on March 16, 2026, as a nonprofit national body that coordinates US representation in international esports. The organization fields teams in Valorant, Counter-Strike, League of Legends, and 10 other titles for events such as the Olympic Esports Games and Esports Nations Cup. A board of nine directors from professional play, collegiate programs, and traditional athletics governs its work toward federal NGB recognition.

16 Mar
André Guaraldo
Bach: "One week before Wallachia, we barely played Dota."

Bach: "One week before Wallachia, we barely played Dota."

After defeating his former teammates, Zhang "Faith_bian" Ruida (also known as Bach) talked about his team's preparations for Wallachia, how they currently draft, and what's changed in his life since his first retirement.

12 Mar
Otomo
Inside Ghosteyes - Siege’s Most Specialized Tactical Squad

Inside Ghosteyes - Siege’s Most Specialized Tactical Squad

Ghosteyes is a specialized squad within Team Rainbow in Rainbow Six Siege. Created after a major restructuring of Rainbow, the unit focuses on stealth, surveillance, and intelligence. Led by Taina “Caveira” Pereira, Ghosteyes operates in the shadows. Their role is clear: gather information, act quietly, and handle threats before they grow. The Origin of Ghosteyes Ghosteyes was formed after the defection of Nighthaven in early 2022. At the same time, criminal activity increased around the globe. Harry “Six” Pandey respondedmore

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24 Feb
Aidan van Vuuren
FURIA Releases Full R6 Roster, Team Liquid Rumored to Pick It Up

FURIA Releases Full R6 Roster, Team Liquid Rumored to Pick It Up

FURIA has officially confirmed the exit of its entire Rainbow Six Siege squad, formed by the world champion core that once played for w7m. The decision closes one of the most successful chapters in recent Brazilian R6 history and leaves the players’ future open, with increasingly strong rumors pointing to a move to Team Liquid as the organization looks to bring back its golden era in the game.

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19 Feb
André Guaraldo
Operator Guide for Gridlock in Rainbow Six Siege

Operator Guide for Gridlock in Rainbow Six Siege

Gridlock in Rainbow Six Siege is a strong area control operator built for holding ground and slowing enemies. She combines mechanical skill, combat training, and powerful trap deployment. This guide covers her background, weapons, and how her Trax Stingers work in detail. Who Is Gridlock? Gridlock’s real name is Tori Tallyo Fairous. She was born on August 5, 1982, in Longreach, Central Queensland, Australia. She stands 5'10" (1.77m) tall and weighs 225 lbs (102 kg). Her size supports her mediummore

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18 Feb
Aidan van Vuuren