Next week, the spotlight of the League of Legends community will shine on Seoul, where the champions of the Winter competition will battle it out in the First Stand 2025. In this article, we'll delve into all the essential details of this eagerly anticipated event.
Table of Contents
- Who is playing in First Stand 2025?
- What is the format of First Stand 2025?
- Why is First Stand 2025 important?
- What is the First Stand 2025 schedule?
- Where to watch First Stand 2025?
Who is playing in First Stand 2025?
The champions from the five major regions are set to compete:
- CTBC Flying Oyster (LCP)
- Hanwha Life Esports (LCK)
- Karmine Corp (LEC)
- Team Liquid (LTA)
- Top Esports (LPL)
Riot Games has generously set up a prize pool of $1 million, with a fair distribution: the champion will take home 30% of the total, while even the last-place team will secure $130,000.
What is the format of First Stand 2025?
The tournament kicks off with a round-robin stage, where each team will face off against the others in a Best of 3 (Bo3) format. The team with the lowest record will be eliminated, and the remaining four will advance to a single-elimination playoff, competing in a first-to-3 series.
All matches will employ the Fearless Draft system, where a champion picked in a series cannot be used again. This approach has stirred some debate. While fans appreciate the variety it brings, some players feel it limits their ability to showcase their best performances on their signature champions. Nonetheless, as the first international event of the season, it's an excellent opportunity for strategic experimentation.
Why is First Stand 2025 important?
Although it may appear as just a friendly warm-up, the impact of First Stand 2025 could be profound. Consider it a catalyst for success at the World Championship; a strong showing here can set a team on a path to glory.
The winner of First Stand 2025 will secure their region's second seed an automatic group stage slot at the Mid-Season Invitational (MSI). Furthermore, the two top-performing regions at MSI will earn an additional slot for Worlds, making this event crucial for determining regional strength. Teams are not only vying for personal success and Riot's prize money but also for the future prospects of their entire region.
What is the First Stand 2025 schedule?
The tournament will feature two matches each day, except for the final day. All times are listed in Central European Time (CET).
- March 10
- 9:00 — TL vs. KC
- 12:00 — HLE vs. TES
- March 11
- 9:00 — CFO vs. KC
- 12:00 — TL vs. TES
- March 12
- 9:00 — CFO vs. HLE
- 12:00 — KC vs. TES
- March 13
- 9:00 — TL vs. CFO
- 12:00 — HLE vs. KC
- March 14
- 9:00 — CFO vs. TES
- 12:00 — HLE vs. TL
- March 15
- 9:00 — Semifinal 1
- 12:00 — Semifinal 2
- March 16
- 9:00 — Grand Final
Where to watch First Stand 2025?
Riot Games offers numerous ways to catch the action, including a wide array of co-streamers. Head over to lolesports.com to find the viewing option that suits you best.
