For the first time ever, the Intel Extreme Masters or IEM is coming down under to Sydney Australia in Season 12. IEM Sydney will see world-class Counter-Strike: Global Offensive teams compete live at the Sydney Qudos Bank Arena on May 6 and 7, for a massive $260,000 AUD prize pool.
SK Gaming, a heavyweight Counter-Strike: Global Offensive team from Brazil have been invited to compete alongside home-grown Renegades who are regarded one of the best teams to come out of Australia & New Zealand. There will be up to six international teams invited with four more to be announced at a later date. The event will also feature on-site fan experiences like player signing sessions, giveaways, as well as Meet & Greet opportunities for players and fans.
Michal Blicharz, VP Pro Gaming at ESL:
Having been to five different continents is a badge of honor for our historic competition. Australia has been an attractive market for us as part of our global expansion of the Intel Extreme Masters brand. We look forward to bringing Intel Extreme Masters to new global audiences and making history for esports in Australia.
Nick Vanzetti, Managing Director of ESL Australia
Bringing an industry-leading event to Australia is an exciting opportunity as we have some of the most passionate esports enthusiasts in the world. The prestige and legacy the Intel Extreme Masters brand brings mixed with the world’s best players is the perfect recipe for a historic weekend in esports.
Tickets will be available to Telstra customers in an exclusive Telstra Thanks 3-day pre-sale from 9am Thursday March 9 to 8pm Sunday March 12, 2017 – here. ESL CS:GO Fan Club members will also have access to early bird tickets during this time. General public ticket sales will go live at 10am AEDT Monday March 13, 2017 via Ticketek.
Update: Ticket pricing is available here starting from $59.