Valorant at Esports World Cup 2025 is officially underway in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, bringing together the top tactical FPS teams from around the globe. The tournament is part of the historic EWC 2025, which features a record-breaking $70.45 million prize pool across multiple esports titles.
This Valorant event marks a major chapter in Riot Games’ competitive scene, as 16 elite rosters fight for global dominance.
Tournament Dates
- Start Date: July 8, 2025
- End Date: July 13, 2025
- Location: Riyadh Boulevard Arena, Saudi Arabia
- Format: Double Elimination (Playoffs)
Qualified Teams at EWC 2025 (Valorant)
Here are the 16 invited teams confirmed for Valorant at the Esports World Cup:
| Region | Team Name |
|---|---|
| North America | Sentinels |
| North America | 100 Thieves |
| EMEA | Fnatic |
| EMEA | Team Liquid |
| EMEA | FUT Esports |
| South Korea | DRX |
| China | EDward Gaming |
| China | Paper Rex (Invited as APAC Champions) |
| Japan | ZETA Division |
| Latin America | Leviatán |
| Brazil | LOUD |
| Pacific | Gen.G Esports |
| South Asia | Global Esports |
| South Asia | Orangutan Gaming |
| Wildcard | T1 |
| Wildcard | NAVI |
Note: Final roster updates or substitutions may apply closer to match dates.
Format & Rules
- Double Elimination Bracket
- All matches are Bo3 (Best-of-3)
- Grand Final is Bo5
- Maps follow the current competitive pool (Ascent, Lotus, Bind, etc.)
- Patch: 8.09 (Chamber rework enabled, Clove active)
Prize Pool & Rewards
Valorant is part of the $70.45 million EWC 2025 prize pool. The title itself carries a $2 million prize purse, distributed as:
| Position | Prize (USD) |
|---|---|
| 1st Place | $750,000 |
| 2nd Place | $400,000 |
| 3rd-4th | $200,000 each |
| 5th–8th | $100,000 each |
| 9th–16th | $25,000 each |
Where to Watch Valorant at EWC 2025?
- YouTube & Twitch: Riot Games official channels
- In-Game Watch Party: Valorant client (with Drops enabled)
- Hindi & Regional Streams: Expected via local creators & partners
Indian Representation
For the first time, two South Asian teams — Global Esports and Orangutan Gaming — are competing in an international Riot Games Valorant event.
“It’s a proud moment for India. We’re not just participants, we’re contenders,” said Orangutan’s IGL during the EWC media day.
Fans are hoping this exposure helps boost Indian esports on the global stage.
Valorant at Esports World Cup 2025 isn’t just a tournament — it’s history in the making. With rising viewership, increased global investment, and new regional teams entering the spotlight, EWC 2025 could be the turning point for Valorant’s long-term dominance in esports.
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