League of Legends MSI 2024: Stage dates, venue, and format, Schedule, results, qualified teams, where to watch
MSI 2024--
As the Spring Playoffs loom for each region, the anticipation for the League of Legends MSI 2024 intensifies.
This mid-season international tournament is poised to showcase the prowess of top teams from both Major and Minor regions, igniting excitement among fans worldwide for over a fortnight of thrilling competition.
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Set against the backdrop of Chengdu, China, the League of Legends MSI 2024 will unfold at the Chengdu Financial City Performing Arts Center. Unlike previous editions, Riot Games opts for consistency, keeping the entirety of the tournament within the same venue.
Mark your calendars for the action-packed schedule of MSI 2024, commencing on May 1, 2024, and culminating on May 19, 2024. With minimal breaks between stages, Riot ensures an intense and compact tournament spanning just over two weeks.
Here's a breakdown of the stage dates:
- Play-in Stage: May 1, 2024, to May 5, 2024.
- Bracket Stage (1st week): May 7, 2024, to May 12, 2024.
- Bracket Stage (2nd week): May 14, 2024, to May 18, 2024.
- Finals: TBD
Delving into the tournament format, both the Play-in and Bracket stages promise exhilarating matchups:
Play-in Stage:
- Second seeds from LCS, LEC, LCK, and LPL clash with top seeds from LLA, CBLOL, VCS, and PCS.
- Eight teams navigate through two double-elimination brackets.
- Matches are contested in best-of-three format.
Bracket Stage:
- Victors and runners-up from the Play-in stage face off against first seeds from LCS, LEC, LCK, and LPL.
- Winners progress to the ultimate showdown in the finals.
It's worth noting that ongoing investigations into the VCS match-fixing scandal may impact the MSI format and schedule. Stay tuned for updates following Riot Games' inquiries.
As the League of Legends MSI 2024 draws near, the stage is set for an electrifying display of skill, strategy, and spectacle. Brace yourselves for a tournament that promises to captivate esports enthusiasts and redefine the competitive landscape of League of Legends.