Here is a recap of the thrilling Esports World Cup 2025 Week 3, where champions rose and fans witnessed unforgettable moments.
The Esports World Cup 2025 Week 3 delivered edge-of-the-seat excitement and fierce competition across multiple games. Held in Riyadh, the event is fast becoming one of the most competitive and watched esports spectacles globally. As the tournament approaches its midway point, Week 3 crowned three major champions in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, StarCraft II, and Honor of Kings, while PUBG Mobile completed its Group Stage.
Here’s everything you need to know about the winners, standout performances, and overall results.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 – OpTic Gaming Triumphs
In Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, OpTic Gaming continued their dominant run, claiming the championship at EWC 2025 Week 3. The North American powerhouse defeated Vancouver Surge in a rematch of the Call of Duty League Championship final with a clean 4-0 sweep. This victory marked back-to-back LAN event wins for OpTic Gaming, solidifying their place as one of the strongest teams in the competitive scene.
Anthony “Shotzzy” Cuevas-Castro was the star of the event, earning the MVP award for his outstanding plays and clutch moments. His efforts also netted him an additional $10,000 in prize money. OpTic’s victory also boosted their position in the Club Championship leaderboard, earning 1,000 valuable points.
StarCraft II – Joona “Serral” Sotala’s Masterclass
Joona “Serral” Sotala from BASILISK claimed the StarCraft II title with a commanding 5-2 win over Kim “Classic” Doh-Woo in the best-of-nine grand final. After a challenging 2024, Serral returned with strength and precision, entering the final as the favorite.
Despite Classic’s efforts to close the gap, Serral’s control and tactical genius shone through. His victory marked his third world title, joining his earlier triumphs in 2022 and 2024. Throughout the tournament, Serral remained nearly unbeaten, dropping only two maps. This performance solidifies his reputation as one of StarCraft II’s greatest players.
For his win, Serral earned $200,000 along with 1,000 Club Championship points, making BASILISK a strong contender in the overall standings.
Honor of Kings – AG.AL’s Stunning Comeback
The Honor of Kings World Cup final was nothing short of dramatic. Chinese team AG.AL faced off against TT Global in a highly anticipated clash. Despite TT Global taking an early 3-1 lead and reaching match point first, AG.AL mounted an incredible comeback, winning three straight matches to clinch the title 4-3.
Chen “Zoe” Jiahao was a crucial factor in AG.AL’s success, securing the finals MVP award for his outstanding jungle play throughout the event. The team’s win awarded them $750,000 and 1,000 Club Championship points, making AG.AL the Club of the Week and pushing them into second place in the standings.
PUBG Mobile World Cup 2025 Group Stage Wrap-Up
Week 3 also marked the conclusion of the PUBG Mobile World Cup 2025 Group Stage. A total of eight teams secured direct qualification to the Grand Finals, including last year’s top performers and new challengers alike.
- DRX, finishing fourth last year, was the only team from the top eight in 2024 to qualify directly this year.
- Weibo Gaming, IDA Esports, Alpha Gaming, Alter Ego Ares, TT Global, 4Thrives Esports, and Team Secret also secured their places.
Notably, defending champions Alpha7 Esports missed direct qualification and will have to fight their way through the Survival Stage, along with Team Falcons and Regnum Carya Esports from Turkey. The Survival Stage is crucial for these teams to keep their hopes alive and possibly defend the title.
Looking Ahead
As the tournament progresses into Week 4, the competition is set to intensify. With hundreds of matches scheduled in the upcoming days, new champions will emerge, and rivalries will deepen. Fans can catch all the live action online or attend in person to experience the electrifying atmosphere.
The Esports World Cup 2025 Week 3 showcased incredible skill, resilience, and sportsmanship, proving why EWC continues to grow as one of the world’s premier esports tournaments.