Tanmay Singh, known across India's gaming community as ScoutOP, walked into the Bigg Boss 20 house on September 6, 2026, and became the first mainstream esports personality to enter the franchise. For millions of people who grew up watching him dominate PUBG Mobile lobbies and build one of India's most-followed gaming channels, it was a surreal moment. For viewers who had never heard of BGMI, it was an introduction to a world that has quietly grown into one of India's biggest entertainment ecosystems.
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Who Is ScoutOP?
ScoutOP is the gaming alias of Tanmay Singh, a professional esports player, content creator, and co-founder of Team XSpark. Born on July 30, 1996, in Valsad, Gujarat, he is widely regarded as one of the most technically skilled and strategically sharp players in Indian battle royale gaming. He rose to prominence through PUBG Mobile before becoming one of the most recognisable faces of India's BGMI scene.
| Real Name | Tanmay Singh |
|---|---|
| Gaming Alias | ScoutOP, Sc0utOP |
| Date of Birth | July 30, 1996 |
| Birthplace | Valsad, Gujarat, India |
| Active Since | 2018 (PUBG Mobile) |
| Teams | Team IND, Fnatic, Team SouL, Orange Rock, GodLike, Team XSpark / Revenant XSpark |
| Organisation | Co-founder and brand ambassador, Revenant XSpark |
| YouTube | 5.2 million subscribers (as of 2026) |
| 4.4 million followers (as of early 2026) |
Background: From Football to Gaming
Scout was a promising athlete, but his career was cut short due to a football injury. That setback redirected him toward gaming. He initially competed in CS:GO before the mobile battle royale wave arrived in India. He switched to PUBG Mobile in 2018, joining Team IND and later Fnatic. He never looked back.
Esports Career
He is credited for popularising claw controls in India and gyroscope use for precise sprays, innovations that became standard across the competitive BGMI scene. His style as an in-game leader combined aggressive entry fragging with strong positional and weapon discipline, making him one of the most complete players Indian mobile esports has produced.
His biggest international moment came with Orange Rock. The team finished second in the PUBG Mobile World League 2020 East, which remains the highest accomplishment by any Indian team during the PUBG Mobile era. He also set an individual record while playing for Fnatic in PEC (a China-based tournament), getting the highest number of finishes by a non-Chinese player, a record that remains unbroken in India.
His team journey over the years included stints at Team IND, Team SouL, Fnatic, and Orange Rock, among other associations. After PUBG Mobile was banned in India and BGMI launched as its replacement in 2021, Scout remained active across the new ecosystem.
Team XSpark and Revenant XSpark
ScoutOP is the co-founder of BGMI organisation Team XSpark, who won the BGIS 2024 in Hyderabad. That title was the clearest proof that his system and vision for team-building worked. In November 2024, Revenant Esports and Team XSpark merged, with Singh as brand ambassador. As of 2026, he holds the role of co-founder and brand ambassador of Revenant XSpark while continuing to be involved in competitive play through Quantum Sparks.
Retirement, Return, and Bigg Boss 20
Scout announced his retirement from competitive gaming in September 2025. However, he returned to competitive play in 2026, once again becoming part of the active BGMI esports ecosystem.
His entry into Bigg Boss 20 on September 6, 2026, added a new dimension to his public profile. During the season premiere, he revealed to host Salman Khan that his digital content, gaming streams, and business ventures yield a monthly income of approximately INR 30 lakh. ScoutOP's Bigg Boss entry represents something bigger than just another celebrity joining the reality show. For years, gaming and esports personalities have built enormous audiences online without receiving the same mainstream visibility as television and film stars. His entry bridges that gap in a visible, primetime way.
Content Creation
Outside competitive play, Scout has built one of India's largest gaming YouTube channels, with over 5.2 million subscribers as of 2026. His content spans gameplay livestreams, high-production travel vlogs, and gaming education content. He streams primarily on YouTube and has also been active on Rooter. His fanbase, known widely as the ScoutOP community, spans the full spectrum of Indian gaming culture.
Social Media
Scout is active on Instagram and YouTube. His Instagram following stood at approximately 4.4 million as of early 2026, before his Bigg Boss 20 entry, which is expected to push that number significantly higher. His official Instagram handle is @tanmay_scoutop.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ScoutOP's real name?
His real name is Tanmay Singh. He was born on July 30, 1996, in Valsad, Gujarat.
Is ScoutOP in Bigg Boss 20?
Yes. Tanmay Singh entered the Bigg Boss 20 house as a contestant on the premiere night of September 6, 2026, becoming the first mainstream Indian esports personality to join the franchise.
What team does ScoutOP play for?
As of 2026, he is associated with Quantum Sparks as a player and is also the co-founder and brand ambassador of Revenant XSpark.
What is Team XSpark?
Team XSpark is a BGMI esports organisation co-founded by ScoutOP. The team won BGIS 2024 in Hyderabad. In late 2024, Team XSpark merged with Revenant Esports to form Revenant XSpark.
What is ScoutOP's biggest international achievement?
Finishing second at the PUBG Mobile World League 2020 East with Orange Rock, which remains the best result ever achieved by an Indian team in PUBG Mobile international competition.
Is ScoutOP retired from competitive gaming?
He announced retirement in September 2025 but returned to competitive play in 2026. He is currently active both as a player and as an organisation leader.
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