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2025 World Championship Kicks Off in Beijing with Key Matches

10/6/2025

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Summary

Flying Oyster Competes

The 2025 World Championship opens October 14 in Beijing with 17 teams.
CTBC Flying Oyster (CFO) and Movistar KOI are entrants; CFO aims for a Top 8, the first South Asian team since 2015.
Sentinels join the League Championship Series (LCS) in 2026, replacing 100 Thieves.
Key matchups include T1 vs Invictus Gaming, with Pantheon and Azir dominating.

History

Historical Context

The 2015 League of Legends World Championship, held across Europe from October 1 to 31, featured 16 teams and attracted a peak of 14 million viewers, marking a significant milestone in esports. This event established competitive gaming as a legitimate platform, paving the way for future tournaments like the 2025 championship in Beijing, which showcases the growing diversity and global reach of esports.

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Flying Oyster Competes

The 2025 World Championship opens October 14 in Beijing with 17 teams.
CTBC Flying Oyster (CFO) and Movistar KOI are entrants; CFO aims for a Top 8, the first South Asian team since 2015.
Sentinels join the League Championship Series (LCS) in 2026, replacing 100 Thieves.
Key matchups include T1 vs Invictus Gaming, with Pantheon and Azir dominating.

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