Esports tournaments are the highest stakes competitions in gaming, bringing together prolific teams and players for high-stakes matches with a huge prize pool. These tournaments span a vast array of video game genres, from the best of the most popular to niche titles with a dedicated fan base.
The biggest events in esports draw huge crowds and push the boundaries of gaming. The International is a highlight of the Dota 2 calendar, a massively popular event that draws millions of viewers and showcases incredible teamwork, resilience and emotional intelligence. Likewise, LoL Worlds is an annual prestigious competition that defines the sport, with the champions taking home a Summoner’s Cup weighing 44 pounds and designed by American jewelry brand Tiffany & Co. First-person shooter (FPS) competitions are also a mainstay in the industry, with the likes of Call of Duty, Fortnite and the new Valorant title all hosting major championships.
Throughout 2025, fans will be treated to an impressive range of esports tournaments. March is a busy month as the 2025 League of Legends World Championship, PUBG Mobile’s RLCS Birmingham Major and Rainbow Six Siege’s LEGENDARY Series all kick off this month. April is another busy month as the likes of BLAST Rivals Spring, IEM Cologne and PGL Bucharest take place alongside the newest international leagues in Call of Duty and VALORANT.
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