LoL First Stand 2025: A Crucial Tournament

Next week, the League of Legends world turns its eyes to Seoul for First Stand 2025, a showdown between five regional champions vying for glory. 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 clash in Seoul:

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

With a $1 million prize pool, the champion takes home 30%, while even the last-place team receives $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 count is eliminated. The remaining four teams then advance to a single-elimination playoff, with matches played to a best-of-five (Bo5) format. All matches utilize the Fearless Draft system, preventing champion reselection within a series. This unique format offers exciting champion variety but presents challenges for players relying on signature champions. As the first international tournament of the season, it provides a perfect 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 dramatically influence a team's trajectory towards Worlds. The winner secures their region's second seed, guaranteeing a group stage spot at MSI. Furthermore, the two top-performing regions at MSI earn an additional Worlds slot, making First Stand 2025 crucial for regional success. Teams compete not only for prize money but also for their region's future at the highest level of competition.

What is the First Stand 2025 schedule?

The schedule (all times in CET) features two matches daily, except for the final:

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 various viewing options through lolesports.com, including numerous co-streams, ensuring fans can find their preferred viewing experience.