VCT China Kickoff 2025: Bracket and Event Details

Riot Games has unveiled the bracket for the VCT China Kickoff 2025, featuring 12 teams in a double-elimination bracket same as all other regions. The event begins on January 11, 2025. This event will decide which two teams represent China at Masters Bangkok and award Championship Points to the top four teams to set the tone for the 2025 season.

Event Overview

• Format:

  • 12 teams, double-elimination bracket.

  • Most matches are Best-of-3, with the Grand Final as Best-of-5.

• Qualification:

  • Top 2 teams qualify for Masters Bangkok.

  • Teams finishing 3rd and 4th earn Championship Points.

• Dates:

  • Starts on January 11, 2025 (Beijing Time).

  • Full schedule for later rounds to be announced.
    

• Teams:

• Edward Gaming

• Bilibili Gaming

• FunPlus Phoenix

• Trace Esports

• Wolves Esports

• TYLOO

• Titan Esports Club

• JDG Esports

• All Gamers

• Nova Esports

• Dragon Ranger Gaming

• Xi Lai Gaming

Round 1 Matchups:

• Xi Lai Gaming vs. Wolves Esports

• TYLOO vs. Titan Esports Club

• JDG Esports vs. Dragon Ranger Gaming

• All Gamers vs. Nova Esports

Round 2 Matchups:

• Edward Gaming vs. Winner of AG/NOVA

• Bilibili Gaming vs. Winner of XLG/WOL

• FunPlus Phoenix vs. Winner of TYL/TEC

• Trace Esports vs. Winner of JDG/DRG

Insights

• Edward Gaming enters the tournament as reigning world champions, bringing high expectations and immense pressure.

• Bilibili Gaming and FunPlus Phoenix were consistent performers in 2024, earning them a bye into the second round.

• Xi Lai Gaming, the newest team in the region, faces a tough challenge against a revamped Wolves Esports in the opening match.

• TYLOO, Titan Esports Club, All Gamers, and Nova Esports will look to improve upon their 2024 campaigns and make a deeper run in 2025.

Where to Watch

Catch all the action live on the following platforms:

• Bilibili: VALORANT Esports

• Duoyu: VALORANT Esports

• Huya: VALORANT Esports

• YouTube: VCT CN

• Twitch: VALORANT Esports CN