Next week, all eyes in the League of Legends world will be on Seoul, South Korea, as five regional champions clash in the inaugural First Stand 2025 tournament. This article covers everything you need to know about this pivotal 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?
Five regional champions will compete:
- CTBC Flying Oyster (LCP)
- Hanwha Life Esports (LCK)
- Karmine Corp (LEC)
- Team Liquid (LTA)
- Top Esports (LPL)
Riot Games has put up a $1 million prize pool, with a surprisingly generous distribution: the champion receives 30%, while even the last-place team takes home $130,000.
What is the Format of First Stand 2025?
The tournament begins with a round-robin stage, where each team plays a best-of-three (Bo3) match against every other team. The team with the lowest win rate is eliminated. The remaining four teams then advance to a single-elimination playoff bracket, with matches played as best-of-five (Bo5).
All matches utilize the Fearless Draft system, preventing a champion from being picked more than once within a series. This format has generated discussion; while fans appreciate the champion diversity, it can limit players from showcasing their mastery of signature champions. However, as the first international tournament of the season, it offers a valuable opportunity for experimentation and strategic innovation.
Why is First Stand 2025 Important?
While seemingly a pre-season warm-up, First Stand 2025 carries significant weight. A strong performance can be a springboard to success at the Mid-Season Invitational (MSI) and beyond.
The First Stand champion earns their region's second seed, securing an automatic group stage berth at MSI. Furthermore, the two highest-performing regions at MSI gain an additional slot for the World Championship, emphasizing the tournament's crucial role in determining regional strength at the highest level of competition. Teams are competing not only for individual glory and prize money, but also for their region's future success.
What is the First Stand 2025 Schedule?
Each day (except the final) features two matches (all times in 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 multiple viewing options, including the official broadcast and numerous co-streams. Visit lolesports.com to find the viewing method that best suits your preferences.
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