Teamfight Tactics is making its grand return to the Esports World Cup this year, running from 11–15 August in Riyadh, and the stakes have never been higher.

Get ready for the ultimate TFT at EWC 25 battle in Riyadh.

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— EWC Extra (@EWC_Extra) August 8, 2025

After Wolves Esports’ incredible underdog victory in 2024, the competition is shaping up to be just as unpredictable this time around. Sixteen of the world’s best TFT squads will be battling it out for a share of the US$500,000 prize pool, along with valuable Club Points that could push their organisations towards the overall EWC Club Championship.

Tournament Format and Prize Pool

The format will be split into two stages.

• Group Stage (11–13 August) – Four groups of four teams will face off in a GSL-style double elimination format. The top two from each group will advance.
• Playoffs (14–15 August) – The remaining eight teams move into a single elimination bracket, with all matches being best-of-threes – except for the Grand Final, which is a best-of-five showdown.

Tournament Format | Image Credit: Esports World Cup

First place will bag US$150,000 and a hefty 1,000 Club Points, while the runner-up takes US$70,000 and 750 points. Here’s the full breakdown.

Who’s Playing?

A mix of familiar names and fresh challengers will be taking the stage:

• Wolves Esports (2024 champions)
• T1, Virtus.pro, Flash Wolves – ACL APAC qualifiers
• Team Falcons, Weibo Gaming, Twisted Minds – ACL China qualifiers
• Team Vitality, Team Liquid, Citadel Gaming – Americas qualifiers
• AEGIS, Fnatic, EVOS Esports – EMEA qualifiers
• MOUZ, ROC Esports, AlQadsiah Esports – Global qualifiers

Participating Clubs | Image Credit: Esports World Cup

While Wolves will be looking to defend their crown, they’ve struggled to find their 2024 form in recent months. That could open the door for powerhouses like T1 or Fnatic to take the spotlight.

Where to Watch

Fans can catch all the action live on the official EWC Twitch and YouTube channels. For those keen to experience it in person, tickets are available via the official EWC ticketing site.

With last year’s nail-biting matches still fresh in our minds, there’s every chance the 2025 edition will deliver even more drama, strategy, and big plays. Whether you’re backing a seasoned champion or rooting for a surprise contender, Riyadh is about to host another unforgettable TFT showdown.

Image Credit: Riot Games

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Riot Games is cranking things up for competitive Teamfight Tactics this year, introducing the all-new TFT Pro Circuit with Set 15, and it’s shaping up to be the biggest shift in the game’s esports scene yet.

Launching alongside the K.O. Coliseum in 29th of August, the Pro Circuit brings a brand-new Tier 1 structure aimed at making competitive TFT more stable, rewarding, and, let’s be honest, a lot more exciting to watch.

Big names, elite competition, and prismatic dreams. The #TFTProCircuit has it all.

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— Compete TFT (@CompeteTFT) August 8, 2025

A New Era for TFT Esports

The Pro Circuit will run across four major regions, Americas, EMEA, Asia-Pacific, and China, with 32 players in each. Most of those spots (28) are earned through the Cyber City Golden Spatula, while Riot hand-picked four more players based on their past performances and contributions to the scene.

Image Credit: Riot Games

Each set will feature three main events – think Battle Academia Cup, Soul Fighter Cup, and Star Guardian Cup – with winners automatically securing a spot at the season-ending Tactician’s Crown.

It all kicks off on 29 August 2025, where players will start fighting for Pro Points. Those points will decide where they land in their regional finals bracket. Weekend 2 will be reserved for the top 12 in points, while the rest will battle it out from Weekend 1 alongside ladder grinders and Tactician’s Cup winners. Only the best 32 from regionals will move forward.

Keeping Fans in the Loop

To make it easier to follow the action, Riot’s rolling out a dedicated TFT Pro Circuit esports hub on 20 August.

You’ll be able to check player standings, schedules, and results all in one place, and later on, it’ll expand to cover the broader TFT esports scene.

Image Credit: Riot Games

Big Changes for Tier 2 Players

One of the biggest shake-ups comes to the Tier 2 scene. Pro Circuit players won’t be able to compete in Cups and Trials anymore, which means more opportunities for new faces to break through.

Instead of the old qualifier points grind, the top 10 from each Cup will head straight to regional finals. Riot’s also cutting the number of Cups from three to two per set, putting more weight on each event. You can still make it through via the ranked ladder too.

To open things up even more, Riot’s testing an out-of-client tournament system in the Americas. These will be 24-player events with no rank requirements, running across weekends with unlimited entries. Players will compete in short runs of two to five games, with top performers earning leaderboard spots.

The Road Ahead

Between the revamped finals, the new Pro Circuit, and experiments with open tournaments, Riot’s clearly going all-in on making TFT esports more competitive and accessible. And with the K.O. Coliseum bringing some anime-themed flair to the mix, 2025’s competitive season could be the most exciting one yet.

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