As the world’s most popular online multiplayer game, League of Legends is a favorite pastime for millions of players worldwide. But what happens when the world’s best teams come together in one epic showdown? That’s exactly what happens during the Mid-Season Invitational (MSI), one of the biggest events in all of esports. And this year, the MSI is coming to Southeast Asia for the very first time!
In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the full League of Legends MSI 2021 schedule for Southeast Asian fans, including dates, times, and matchups. We’ll also explore some of the top teams to watch out for, as well as what makes this year’s MSI particularly special. So sit back, grab your popcorn, and get ready to witness some of the most intense and exciting esports action of the year!
What is the Mid-Season Invitational (MSI)?
Before we dive into the specifics of this year’s MSI schedule, let’s first understand what exactly the MSI is. The Mid-Season Invitational is an international esports tournament that brings together the top teams from various regions to compete for a grand prize of $1 million. This year, the MSI will feature eight teams from four different regions: North America, Europe, Asia, and Latin America. And for the very first time, Southeast Asia will be represented by two teams!
The teams that make it to the MSI are determined through a combination of regional championships and an invitation-only qualifying tournament. Each region is responsible for selecting their top four teams based on performance during the regular season, with the final two spots being filled through the qualifying tournament.
Southeast Asia’s MSI Teams: Who to Watch Out For
Now that we know a little more about the MSI and how the teams are selected, let’s take a closer look at the two Southeast Asian teams that will be competing in this year’s tournament.
Team Afreeca Freecs
Hailing from South Korea,
Team Afreeca Freecs
is one of the most successful League of Legends teams in history. With three World Championships to their name, they are certainly no strangers to the international stage. But what makes them particularly interesting to watch this year is that they will be representing Southeast Asia for the first time!
Freecs has been a dominant force in the Korean League of Legends scene for years, but they’ve struggled to find success on the global stage. Will this be the year they finally break through and win their first World Championship? Only time will tell, but one thing’s for sure – they’ll be a force to be reckoned with at the MSI.
G2 Esports
The second Southeast Asian team at the MSI is
G2 Esports
, a French organization that has been a major player in European esports for years. While they may not have the same level of success as Freecs, they are still a very talented and skilled team that will be a formidable opponent at the MSI.
G2 Esports has had their ups and downs over the years, but they’ve always been a force to be reckoned with. With some of the best players in Europe on their roster, they have the potential to make a real impact at the MSI. So don’t count them out just yet!
The Full League of Legends MSI 2021 Schedule for Southeast Asian Fans
Now that we know a little more about the teams, let’s take a closer look at the full League of Legends MSI 2021 schedule for Southeast Asian fans. The tournament will be held over the course of two weeks, with matches taking place daily from May 19th to June 5th. Here is a breakdown of the schedule:
Week 1 (May 19th – May 26th)
Group Stage Matches
On Day 1 of the MSI, we’ll see the first set of group stage matches take place. Each team will play three matches, with two matches taking place in their respective groups and one inter-group match.