The curtains have closed on the Mid-Season Invitational 2025 in Vancouver, Canada, following a grand final that delivered on the high expectations. In a highly anticipated clash between two of the most formidable teams from South Korea`s LCK league, Gen.G emerged victorious, defeating T1 in a hard-fought best-of-five series.
The championship match went the full distance, concluding with a 3-2 scoreline in favor of Gen.G. This outcome means that T1, featuring their iconic mid-laner Lee “Faker” Sang-hyeok, finished as the runner-up. Despite a strong performance throughout the tournament, Faker and T1 were ultimately unable to secure the final victory against a determined Gen.G squad. For a player often referred to as “The Unkillable Demon King,” falling in a grand final is a rare occurrence, adding a notable chapter to the MSI 2025 story.
Gen.G`s triumph at MSI 2025 comes with significant accolades and rewards. As champions, they secured the coveted tournament title, a substantial $500,000 prize payout, and perhaps most importantly, a guaranteed direct slot in the 2025 World Championship. This early qualification is a considerable advantage, allowing Gen.G to focus on future preparations with less immediate pressure from regional standings.
T1, as the second-place team, did not leave empty-handed, earning a respectable $300,000 for their efforts. The tournament`s third-place position was claimed by the Chinese team Anyone`s Legend, who received $240,000 in prize money.
The Mid-Season Invitational 2025 took place from June 27th to July 13th in Vancouver, hosting ten top-tier League of Legends teams from various regions. The event featured a total prize pool of $2 million. This figure represents a considerable increase compared to previous iterations, reportedly being seven times larger than the prize pool offered at the 2024 event, indicating a significant investment in the global competitive scene by the organizers.
Gen.G`s performance at MSI 2025 solidifies their status as a top contender on the international stage heading into the second half of the competitive year. While T1 and Faker will undoubtedly aim for redemption at the upcoming World Championship, Gen.G currently holds the title of the best team from the mid-season international showdown.
