After enduring years of criticism, Riot Games has finally introduced a much-anticipated format for the MSI, featuring a double elimination bracket, best-of-five series, and the Fearless Draft. However, this change hasn’t quelled the concerns from the League of Legends community.

As one Reddit user pointed out, «Get used to the inconvenient schedules for watching your beloved teams during this tournament.» They emphasized how fans have been expressing dissatisfaction over the timing of matches. «As a longtime follower of LOL esports in North America, we occasionally have a tournament that aligns well with our viewing times once every four or five years,» they noted.

International League of Legends tournaments have historically created scheduling conflicts for fans worldwide, and with the ongoing MSI 2025, American viewers are enjoying optimal viewing hours while fans in other regions have to sacrifice sleep or rise early to support their teams on a grand stage.

Despite ongoing discussions about time zone challenges, some fans are focusing on the positive aspects of the tournament. The event features the top teams globally in a Fearless Draft, ensuring that each series is likely to showcase some unexpected champion choices off the typical meta.

Notably, this tournament allows ample opportunity for each team to build momentum in MSI 2025, strategize effectively, and potentially make a comeback even after losing in consecutive matches.

Historically, fans have voiced frustrations about teams facing elimination after just one bad match, which previously resulted in a long wait for flights home. Now, with more matches on the schedule, teams have the chance to adapt, learn from their opponents, and execute significant upsets throughout the event.