08-07-2025
Everything to know about EWC Valorant 2025: Prize pool, teams & match dates
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The Valorant Esports World Cup (EWC) 2025 is possibly one of the most important events in the history of Valorant competitive history. To be held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, between July 8 and July 13, the tournament will have 16 elite teams participating worldwide.
EWC 2025 features a huge prize pool of 1.25 million and vital Club Points awarded at stake; it is a high-stakes arena for both professionals and upcoming talents. Here you will find all the necessary details about the event and the final breakdown of the prizes, the teams taking part, and the official schedule of the match.
EWC Valorant 2025
Prize Pool and team list
Esports World Cup 2025 EXPLAINED
There are a lot of stakes in the Valorant division of the EWC 2025, with a whopping amount of $1,250,000 as a prize pool, ensuring that every match has serious consequences, with the top teams earning both cash and Club Points toward the overall EWC standings. The prize distribution is as follows:
1st Place:
$500,000 + 1,000 Club Points
2nd Place
: $230,000 + 750 Points
3rd Place
: $130,000 + 500 Points
4th Place
: $70,000 + 300 Points
5th–8th:
$40,000 each + 200 Points
9th–12th:
$25,000 each
13th–16th:
$15,000 each
Participating teams (16 total):
North America
Sentinels
G2 Esports
NRG
100 Thieves
APAC
Paper Rex
Team Heretics
DRX
Gen.G
RRQ
EMEA
Fnatic
Team Heretics
BBL Esports
Karmine Corp
China's Evolution
Edward Gaming
Xi Lai Gaming
BiliBili Gaming
Titan Esports Club
Valorant EWC 2025 match schedule and format
The tournament runs from July 8 to July 13, 2025, following a structured two-phase format:
Group stage (July 8–10)
Four GSL-style groups (A–D)
Opening matches: Best-of-1
Elimination and decider matches: Best-of-3
The top two teams from each group advance.
Playoffs (July 11–13)
Single-elimination bracket
Quarterfinals and Semifinals: Best-of-3
Grand Final (July 13): Best-of-5
The EWC Valorant 2025 tournament will bring the absolute quality of gameplay and competition that is worth betting on, and a celebration of the world's talent in the game. Featuring 16 teams at the peak of their abilities, fighting over a share of $1.25 million in prize money and precious Club Points, the matches are sure to be memorable. It all does not matter whether you are taking an interest in your favorite roster or keeping an eye on the action; this event will become the landmark of Valorant esports.
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