The world of esports has witnessed another thrilling year, with T1’s League of Legends team claiming the spotlight once again. As the most-watched esports team globally in 2025, T1 has set a benchmark in the gaming community by dominating livestream watch time across all major titles and platforms.
Korean League of Legends Teams Dominate the Top
For the fourth consecutive year, T1 leads the pack, amassing over 196 million hours watched, which is a staggering 65% more than the second-placed team. Despite a challenging domestic season where their best finish was fourth in the League of Legends Champions Korea regular season, T1 shone internationally by securing a third consecutive League of Legends World Championship title. The Korean team’s triumphs have set a precedent in the world of competitive gaming.
The Counter-Strike 2 Counter
Counter-Strike 2 made a significant impact in 2025, with four teams making it into the top 10. Leading the charge was Team Vitality, which achieved a remarkable fifth-place finish. With back-to-back Major wins and nine tier-one trophies, Vitality’s season was one for the history books, marking the highest performance for a Counter-Strike team since NAVI’s dominance in 2021.
Further enhancing the standings were Team Spirit, MOUZ, and Team Falcons, who showcased the depth and competitive turnover within the Counter-Strike community. This rise in rankings reflects the dynamic nature of the game and the new heights it reached this year.
