The group stage of ESL One Raleigh 2025, the year’s first LAN tournament hosted by ESL, has wrapped up after intense Best-of-2 battles. With the dust settled, eight teams advance to the playoffs, while four teams face early elimination.
First Four Teams Eliminated from ESL One Raleigh
Group A Eliminations: Shopify Rebellion and Talon Esports
Shopify Rebellion and Talon Esports exit early after a disappointing performance in Group A. Despite individual talent, both teams failed to secure a single series victory, ultimately costing them a place in the top 8 of the EPT ranking.
Their only chance now lies in DreamLeague Season 26, where they’ll have one last shot at qualifying for the Esports World Cup 2025.
Source: Liquipedia
Group B Eliminations: Team Tidebound and Heroic
Team Tidebound, representing China, fell short of expectations despite strong showings in previous events. Heroic, the South American squad, finished at the bottom and will miss DreamLeague 26, meaning they’ll have to go through the closed qualifiers to reach Riyadh.
These Are the 8 Teams Advancing to ESL One Raleigh Playoffs
The remaining teams will fight for the ESL One Raleigh title and a critical boost in their EPT standings, increasing their chances of direct qualification for the Esports World Cup 2025.
Confirmed ESL One Raleigh 2025 Playoff Matches:
Parivision vs Tundra Esports
Team Spirit vs Team Falcons
Team Liquid vs Avulus
Nigma Galaxy vs BetBoom Team
Source: Liquipedia
Playoff Schedule and Format
The Upper Bracket matches kick off tomorrow at 12:00 EDT. Unlike the group stage, all playoff matches will be Best-of-3, promising high-stakes, longer series that could shift momentum quickly.
Where to Watch ESL One Raleigh Playoffs Live
Fans can catch all the action on ESL’s official YouTube and Twitch channels with coverage available in multiple languages. Be sure to follow your favorite team and check back regularly for updates.