Next week, all eyes in the League of Legends world will be on Seoul for First Stand 2025! Five regional champions will clash in this pivotal competition, and we've got all the details you need to know.
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 representing the five major regions are:
- CTBC Flying Oyster (LCP)
- Hanwha Life Esports (LCK)
- Karmine Corp (LEC)
- Team Liquid (LTA)
- Top Esports (LPL)
With a $1 million prize pool, the competition is fierce. The champion takes home 30%, but even the last-place team receives a substantial $130,000.
What is the format of First Stand 2025?
First Stand 2025 kicks off with a round-robin stage featuring best-of-three (Bo3) matches between all teams. The team with the lowest win rate will be eliminated. The remaining four teams will then advance to a single-elimination playoff, playing until a team achieves three victories.
All matches utilize the Fearless Draft system, prohibiting the reuse of champions within a series. While this format offers exciting champion variety, it also presents challenges for players accustomed to their main champions. However, as the first international tournament of the season, it provides an ideal opportunity for experimentation and strategic exploration.
Why is First Stand 2025 important?
While seemingly a pre-season warm-up, First Stand 2025 has significant long-term consequences. A strong showing can propel a team towards success at Worlds. The winner secures their region's second seed and an automatic group stage berth at MSI. Furthermore, the two top-performing regions at MSI earn an additional slot for Worlds, making First Stand 2025 a crucial determinant of regional strength at the highest levels of competition.
What is the First Stand 2025 schedule?
All times are listed in CET. Each day, except the final, will feature two matches.
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 will provide comprehensive coverage via lolesports.com, offering various viewing options and numerous co-streams to choose from.
