Expanded Format Raises Stakes for Global Competition
In a significant format change, MSI 2025 will feature two teams from each of the five major regions competing for the championship title. This expanded roster doubles the traditional representation and intensifies the tournament's competitiveness.
Beyond crowning a champion, the tournament will determine which two regions receive an additional slot at the 2025 World Championship, adding considerable strategic importance to regional performances.
Under the theme "IGNITE THE FIRE WITHIN," the event challenges professional players to unlock their potential and showcase their skills on the international stage. As the second major international competition in the League of Legends esports calendar, MSI serves as a crucial midseason evaluation point.
When Can You Watch MSI 2025?
The tournament spans over two weeks with matches scheduled across various dates and times:
- Opening weekend: June 27-29, 2025
- Weekday matches: July 1-2, July 7-11, 2025
- Weekend competitions: July 3-5, 2025
- Grand Finals: July 12, 2025
Start times vary between 12:00 PM and 5:00 PM local time, accommodating both in-person attendance and international viewership. Fans unable to attend can watch all matches live on lolesports.com.
Ticket Information and Availability
Ticket sales for MSI 2025 will begin with a Mastercard presale on March 26, 2025, followed by general ticket availability starting March 27, 2025. All prices are listed in Canadian Dollars.
The Pacific Coliseum venue offers various seating options for fans looking to experience the tournament in person. Mastercard holders can access the presale through a special promotion link.
This expanded tournament format represents Riot Games' continued evolution of the League of Legends competitive ecosystem, giving more teams international exposure while increasing regional rivalries ahead of the World Championship later in the year.
For the latest updates, fans should follow @lolesports with #MSI2025 on social media platforms and check lolesports.com regularly for announcements about participating teams and schedule details.