The excitement is building as China prepares to host the 2025 League of Legends World Championship from October 14 to November 9. Gamers worldwide are marking their calendars for this epic showdown in the world of esports.
The action kicks off with the Play-In and Swiss stages at the brand-new Beijing Smart Esports Center from October 14 to 25. Fans can expect intense battles as teams vie for a spot in the next round.
Starting October 28, the competition heats up in Shanghai at the Mercedes-Benz Arena, where the quarterfinals and semifinals will take place without any breaks—a first in the tournament’s history. The nonstop action promises to keep fans on the edge of their seats.
The grand finale is set for November 9 at the Chengdu Dong’an Lake Sports Park Multipurpose Gymnasium in southwest China’s Sichuan Province. Here, the two top teams will clash for the ultimate prize: the coveted Summoner’s Cup.
This year’s championship introduces a new best-of-five format in the Play-In Stage, adding an extra layer of strategy and excitement. Sixteen of the world’s elite teams will come together in China, showcasing the highest level of skill and teamwork in League of Legends.
Esports enthusiasts in the Global South and around the world won’t want to miss this landmark event. With China hosting, the 2025 World Championship is set to be one of the most memorable in League of Legends history.
