The much-anticipated Bracket Stage of the League of Legends Mid-Season Invitational (MSI) 2024 is set to begin on May 7. This stage marks the entry of top teams from major regions, competing for the prestigious international trophy of the year. The Bracket Stage promises almost two weeks of high-octane League of Legends action.
Format and Teams
The MSI 2024 Bracket Stage will feature a double-elimination bracket, ensuring that teams have a chance to fight back through the lower bracket if they face an early defeat. All matches will be contested in best-of-five series, testing the adaptability and endurance of the teams.
Here are the teams that have made it to this phase:
- Gen.G (LCK #1)
- T1 (LCK #2)
- Bilibili Gaming (LPL #1)
- Top Esports (LPL #2)
- G2 Esports (LEC #1)
- Fnatic (LEC #2)
- Team Liquid (LCS #1)
- PSG Talon (APAC #1)
These teams represent the elite of their respective regions, bringing their unique strategies and playstyles to the international stage.
Venue
The Bracket Stage, like the Play-in Stage, will be held at the Chengdu Financial City Performing Arts Center, a venue renowned for hosting major esports events, including the CS2 IEM Chengdu 2024 competition.
Schedule
The matches are scheduled as follows:
- Day 1 - May 7, 2024: Team Liquid vs Top Esports - 2 am PT / 11 am CET / 2:30 pm IST
- Day 2 - May 8, 2024: Gen.G vs Fnatic - 2 am PT / 11 am CET / 2:30 pm IST
- Day 3 - May 9, 2024: Bilibili Gaming vs PSG Talon - 2 am PT / 11 am CET / 2:30 pm IST
- Day 4 - May 10, 2024: G2 Esports vs T1 - 2 am PT / 11 am CET / 2:30 pm IST
- Further days: Matches continue with times alternating between 9 pm PT / 6 am CET / 9:30 am IST and 2 am PT / 11 am CET / 2:30 pm IST, culminating in the final showdown on May 19, 2024.
Where to Watch
Fans can tune in to the official Riot Games YouTube and Twitch channels to catch all the action live. Additionally, several popular co-streamers will be hosting watch parties, offering unique insights and commentary:
- Twitch: Watch here
- YouTube: Watch here
These streams provide an excellent opportunity for fans to engage with the community and enjoy different perspectives on the intense competition.
The MSI 2024 Bracket Stage is set to be a thrilling chapter in the 2024 competitive League of Legends calendar, with teams vying not only for the title but also for international glory. Don't miss out on any of the action, as every match could be a game-changer in this high-stakes tournament.
