The LEC 2025 Winter Split is finally here! Discover everything you need to know, from the schedule to the new Fearless Draft format.
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LEC Winter Split 2025 – Beginning of the new season
After a somewhat disappointing end to the 2024 season, LEC teams are gearing up to showcase their skills on Summoner’s Rift and provide top-notch League of Legends action. With numerous roster changes and the introduction of a new format, fans have plenty of reasons to watch the first split of the 2025 season.
Schedule
The Winter Split kicks off on January 18, 2025, and will continue until March 2, 2025. Matches will be held every weekend, starting at 6 PM CET on Saturdays, Sundays, and Mondays. The tournament consists of two stages:
Regular Season: January 18 – February 3
Playoffs: February 15 – March 2
Unlike last year, there will be no group stage between the regular season and playoffs. The top eight teams will compete in a double elimination bracket, with all matches featuring the new Fearless Draft mode.
LEC Winter Split Week 1 Matches
The first week of League action is always exciting as fans get to witness new teams and assess their potential. Here are some key roster changes for each team during the offseason:
G2 Esports: Mikyx and Yike have been replaced by Labrov and SkewMond. G2 is expected to lead the pack, but their success will depend on their peak performance this year.
Fnatic: Acquired Upset and Mikyx, making them strong contenders both domestically and internationally.
Movistar KOI: Added jojopyun from NA to their roster alongside four Spanish players.
Rogue: Despite recent signings, managed to build a decent roster.
SK Gaming: Reeker returns to LEC with top laner JNX and an intriguing Korean bot lane duo.
Team BDS: Roster changes (113, Irrelevant, and Parus) will be closely watched for improvement.
Team Heretics: Features several new names, including LFL 2 standout Kamiloo.
Team Vitality: A mix of new players with a veteran bot lane duo of Carzzy and Hylissang. Team Vitality remains a mystery.
Karmine Corp: Made significant moves in the offseason, bringing in Yike and promoting Caliste. Keep an eye on these two in 2025.
GIANTX: Solid lineup of players; success will hinge on team synergy.
Where to Watch
Like always, you can catch all the LEC 2025 Winter Split action on YouTube, the lolesports website, or the official LEC Twitch channel.
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