Gen.G Wins League of Legends Esports World Cup 2025

The 2025 League of Legends Esports World Cup crowned its champion with an electrifying Grand Final between South Korea’s Gen.G and China’s Anyone’s Legend (AG.AL).

Gen.G clinched the title in a nail-biting 3-2 victory, taking home $600,000 and 1,000 points towards the Club Championship. This win not only solidifies Gen.G’s status as one of the strongest teams in the world but also extends their unbeaten series streak this year.

Gen.G Road to the LoL EWC 2025 Grand Finals

Both Gen.G and Anyone’s Legend entered the tournament as direct seeds for the playoffs. Gen.G showed their dominance early by sweeping FlyQuest 2-0 in the quarterfinals. Meanwhile, AG.AL overcame Hanwha Life Esports 2-1 in a hard-fought battle.

In the semifinals, Gen.G faced G2 Esports, winning 2-1 through strong macro play and late-game execution. On the other side, Anyone’s Legend avenged their Mid-Season Invitational loss by sweeping defending champions T1 Esports 2-0, setting the stage for an epic final clash.

EWC 2025 LEAGUE OF LEGENDS CHAMPIONS : GEN.G From MSI to EWC - another international trophy for Gen.G!We're not just winning-we're Rising Above, constantly evolving and setting a new standard for what it means to be a true champion.... pic.twitter.com/pGoTnWaCQx

— Gen.G Esports (@GenG) July 20, 2025

The Grand Final Showdown

The best-of-five final between Gen.G and Anyone’s Legend was a rollercoaster of emotions and top-tier gameplay:

• Game 1 & 2: Gen.G controlled the map expertly, securing early objectives and teamfights that led to decisive wins. Their precise rotations and teamwork helped them destroy Anyone’s Legend’s Nexus quickly in both matches, building a strong 2-0 lead.
• Game 3 & 4: Anyone’s Legend fought back fiercely, showing aggressive play and winning key fights around Dragons and Barons. Their patience paid off with a comeback win in Game 3 and a tense 46-minute marathon in Game 4 to even the series 2-2.
• Game 5: The decider was intense. Gen.G regained control, with standout performances from Jeong “Chovy” Ji-hoon on Twisted Fate, helping them dominate teamfights and secure victory after 29 minutes. This final push sealed the championship for Gen.G.

When asked about letting the series go to five games after a 2-0 lead, Chovy said, “We just wanted to make a show,” highlighting the entertainment factor of the closely contested final.

MVP and Standout Performers

Kim “Kiin” Ki-in earned the Sony MVP award for his consistent high-level play throughout the tournament. His contributions were crucial for Gen.G’s success and earned him an additional $10,000 prize. Meanwhile, Chovy’s leadership and clutch plays on the mid lane proved vital in the final game.

Now, by winning the League of Legends Esports World Cup 2025, Gen.G secured a significant prize and valuable points in the Club Championship race, keeping their year unbeaten in series and reinforcing their reputation as one of the elite esports teams globally.

Their victory will boost their momentum heading into upcoming major tournaments, including the highly anticipated Mid-Season Invitational and The International, as they look to continue their dominance.