The stage is set and the battlefield is drawn — VALORANT fans, get ready! The Esports World Cup 2025 has officially unveiled its group compositions, featuring powerhouse teams and heated rivalries that are bound to shake up the scene. From July 8 to 13 in Riyadh, 16 elite teams will battle for a staggering $1,250,000 prize pool, with group stage matches running from July 8 to 10 and playoffs igniting from July 11.
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Team Heretics
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Gen.G EsportsGroup A
Expect fireworks as G2 Esports and Paper Rex headline a competitive group that also features Bilibili Gaming and Karmine Corp. G2 and Paper Rex are two of the most tactically sound rosters in the tournament — this will be a must-watch showdown.
Group B
The tension rises in Group B with Sentinels squaring off against South Korean titans DRX. Joined by BBL Esports and XLG Esports, this group promises a mix of raw firepower and disciplined setups.
Group C
Over in Group C, it’s the precision of Team Heretics against the bold aggression of Rex Regum Qeon (RRQ). NRG and Titan Esports Club round out the group, making it one of the most unpredictable brackets in this year’s cup.
Group D
Fnatic and Gen.G Esports are set to clash in what could be the most explosive pairing of the group stage. With Edward Gaming and 100 Thieves in the mix, every round will matter in this death group scenario.

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Stay locked in as the Esports World Cup kicks off its VALORANT tournament — where strategies evolve, legacies are forged, and every play could be the difference between glory and elimination. Full schedule and details are available on the official tournament page.











