League of Legends First Stand 2025: Teams Set for Fearless Draft Showdown

League of Legends’ first international tournament of the year, First Stand 2025, is just days away. Featuring winners from every major region, it introduces the Fearless Draft format, pushing players to expand their champion pools. The format, already used in domestic splits, has been well-received by teams and fans.

Hanwha Life Esports secured their spot by defeating Gen.G in the LCK Cup 2025. Led by Zeus and Zeka, HLE dominated every best-of-five series, proving their adaptability. Team Liquid, meanwhile, clinched the LTA 2025 Split One title with a clean sweep over 100 Thieves. However, their limited best-of-five experience in Fearless Drafts could be a challenge. CTBC Flying Oyster, the tournament underdog, impressed in the LCP 2025 by defeating GAM Esports and TALON. A strong group stage run could make them a serious dark horse.