LoL First Stand 2025: why this tournament is important

Next week, the spotlight of the League of Legends community will be on Seoul, where the top teams from the Winter competition will clash in the exhilarating First Stand 2025. This article delves into the essential details of this much-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 tournament will feature the champions from the five major regions:

• CTBC Flying Oyster (LCP)
• Hanwha Life Esports (LCK)
• Karmine Corp (LEC)
• Team Liquid (LTA)
• Top Esports (LPL)

Riot Games has set up an impressive prize pool of $1 million, distributed with the champion taking home 30% of the total, while even the last-place team will secure $130,000.

What is the format of First Stand 2025?

The competition kicks off with a round-robin stage where each team faces off in a Best of 3 (Bo3) match against every other team. The team with the poorest record will be eliminated, and the remaining four will advance to a single-elimination playoff, where matches are played to the first to win 3 games.

All matches will utilize the Fearless Draft system, where a champion picked in a series cannot be used again. This format has stirred discussions among fans and players alike. While it introduces variety and excitement, it also prevents players from consistently using their signature champions. Given that this is the first international tournament of the season, it's an ideal time for such experimentation.

Why is First Stand 2025 important?

Although it might appear as a mere warm-up, the First Stand 2025 could have far-reaching effects. A strong showing here can set the tone for success at the World Championship.

The winner of First Stand 2025 will secure their region's second seed an automatic slot in the group stage at the Mid-Season Invitational (MSI). Moreover, the two regions that perform best at MSI will earn an additional slot for the World Championship, making this event crucial for regional prestige. Teams are not just competing for their own glory and Riot's prize money but also for the future of their entire region.

What is the First Stand 2025 schedule?

The tournament will feature two matches per day, except for the final day, with all times 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 multiple viewing options for fans, including a variety of co-streamers. Head over to lolesports.com to find the most suitable and comfortable way to watch the action unfold.