The Mid-Season Invitational 2025 has concluded in Vancouver, Canada, with Gen.G emerging victorious after a hard-fought battle against T1 in the Grand Final. The series, which captivated League of Legends fans worldwide, went the full distance, concluding with a 3-2 scoreline in favor of Gen.G.
This monumental win secures Gen.G not only the prestigious MSI title but also a substantial $500,000 in prize money. More significantly, their victory grants them an automatic spot in the highly anticipated 2025 World Championship, bypassing regional qualification requirements. For Gen.G, this represents a significant milestone and a powerful statement heading into the latter half of the competitive season.
T1, led by the legendary Lee “Faker” Sang-hyeok, put up a formidable challenge but ultimately fell short in the decisive fifth game. Despite the loss in the final, T1 finished as the tournament runner-up, earning a respectable $300,000 for their efforts. Reaching the Grand Final of an international event remains a significant achievement, even if the ultimate goal eluded them on this occasion.
The tournament itself, held from June 27 to July 13, brought together ten top teams from various regions to compete for international supremacy. Hosted in Vancouver, the event showcased high-level League of Legends action over two weeks. This year`s MSI boasted a staggering $2 million total prize pool, marking a dramatic increase – a reported seven times larger than the previous year`s prize pool – underscoring the growing scale and investment in the esports circuit.
While Anyone`s Legend secured third place and $240,000, the spotlight firmly remains on the top two contenders. Gen.G`s victory over the celebrated T1 roster provides a compelling narrative – the established dynasty challenged and, on this occasion, surpassed by a potent rival. For Faker and T1, it`s a rare instance of coming second in a major international final, a reminder that even the most dominant forces face fierce competition at the pinnacle of esports.
Gen.G leaves Vancouver not just as champions, but with momentum and guaranteed passage to Worlds, setting the stage for what promises to be an even more intense conclusion to the 2025 competitive year.
