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São Paulo, Busan and Madrid to host 2026 VCT Stage 2 finals weekends

Image Credits: Riot Games Riot Games has unveiled the host cities for the finals weekend of the 2026 VCT Stage 2 Playoffs across all International Leagues. According to the Season 26 dev update, the VCT Americas Stage 2 roadshow will head to São Paulo, Brazil, VCT Pacific will crown its Stage 2 champion in Busan, … Continued The post São Paulo, Busan and Madrid to host 2026 VCT Stage 2 finals weekends appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 06.01.2026 18:59 Uhr

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G2 Esports joins forces with NORD to launch tier-two team

Image credit: G2 Esports G2 Esports has announceda partnership with NORD Esports to launch a new League of Legends team. The newly-formed G2 NORD will compete in the Prime League, the European Regional League (ERL) for DACH, to build a roster capable of contending at the top of the table and achieving strong results at … Continued The post G2 Esports joins forces with NORD to launch tier-two team appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 06.01.2026 18:22 Uhr

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Esports stakeholders predict the state of the industry in 2026

Image credit: Riot Games, Joao Ferreira 2026 is set to be an exciting year for the esports industry, especially from a competitive standpoint. With major ecosystem changes for Counter-Strike and League of Legends implemented last year, these ecosystems now look primed to grow in 2026. The LCS and CBLOL are back, and IEM Cologne will … Continued The post Esports stakeholders predict the state of the industry in 2026 appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 06.01.2026 17:44 Uhr

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Team Zone and Boostgate Esports qualify for M7 World Championship Swiss Stage

Image Credits: Moonton Games Team Zone and Boostgate Esports have qualified for the M7 World Championship Swiss Stage after walking out victorious in the Wildcard Stage.   The two teams defeated Guangzhou Gaming and Virtus.pro 3-2, respectively, setting up Swiss Stage clashes against Yangon Galacticos and ONIC. Entering M7 as Mongolia’s National Championship 2025 winner, Team … Continued The post Team Zone and Boostgate Esports qualify for M7 World Championship Swiss Stage appeared f

Esports Insider 06.01.2026 17:28 Uhr

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Esports Nations Cup 2026 format and qualifier details revealed

Image credit: Esports World Cup Foundation The Esports World Cup Foundation has shared significant details on the format and qualifiers for its inaugural Esports Nations Cup (ENC). Taking place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in November, the event sees national teams taking to the stage to compete across a variety of titles. The inaugural edition of … Continued The post Esports Nations Cup 2026 format and qualifier details revealed appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 06.01.2026 16:06 Uhr

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Beşiktaş Esports leaves League of Legends

Image credit: Beşiktaş Esports Turkish organisation Beşiktaş Esports has announced that it is stepping away from the League of Legends competitive ecosystem. The brand leaves the esports scene after competing for a decade, citing sustainability issues as one of the reasons, according to a statement published online. In rough translation by Esports Insider, Beşiktaş Esports … Continued The post Beşiktaş Esports leaves League of Legends appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 06.01.2026 15:45 Uhr

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Dota 2 power rankings: Best teams in 2026

Image credit: Valve The elite teams going into 2026 are Team Spirit and Tundra Esports, both of which have proven consistent over the last three years. The teams considered top title contenders are Team Falcons and Xtreme Gaming, both posing a challenge to the top brass. The outlier teams considered to be on the cusp … Continued The post Dota 2 power rankings: Best teams in 2026 appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 06.01.2026 15:40 Uhr

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CBLOL Cup 2026: Teams, format, players to watch

Image credit: Riot Games After a year-long hiatus to make way for the LTA, the Campeonato Brasileiro de League of Legends (CBLOL) returns, starting with the CBLOL Cup 2026. Kicking off the 2026 season, the CBLOL Cup will run from January 17th until February 28th, offering one slot at First Stand, the first international League … Continued The post CBLOL Cup 2026: Teams, format, players to watch appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 06.01.2026 15:36 Uhr

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The Huns Esports signs controlez

Image credit: StarLadder Mongolian esports organisation The Huns Esports has signed Unudelger ‘controlez‘ Baasanjargal to its Counter-Strike 2 roster. The 28-year-old rifler joins following a two-month stint representing The MongolZ as a temporary stand-in. Unveiled on January 6th, 2026, controlez completes the all-Mongolian line-up, hoping to build on the region’s continued growth and success in … Continued The post The Huns Esports signs controlez appeared first on Espo

Esports Insider 06.01.2026 15:05 Uhr

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Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves was underrated in 2025 – Here are five ways it can improve this year

Image credit: KOF Studio Fatal Fury: City of Wolves, developed by KOF Studio, came out in April 2025. It’s the newest title in the fighting game series since 1999’s Garou: Mark of the Wolves. While there are roughly 17 characters to play as, random guest ones like footballer Cristiano Ronaldo have been divisive among fans. … Continued The post Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves was underrated in 2025 – Here are five ways it can improve this year appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 06.01.2026 15:02 Uhr

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Team Secret officially confirms VCT 2026 roster

Image Credits: Team Secret Team Secret has announced its VCT 2026 roster, confirming the return of Jessie Cristy ‘JessieVash’ Cuyco after he took a break from competitive VALORANT. The Filipino organisation experimented with multiple players during the 2025 off-season and has retained just one member from its previous season’s line-up. Here is the new Team … Continued The post Team Secret officially confirms VCT 2026 roster appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 06.01.2026 14:33 Uhr

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Mongraal and MrSavage reunite for 2026 Fortnite season

Image credit: MrSavage, Mongraal via X Fortnite professional players Kyle ‘Mongraal‘ Jackson and Martin ‘MrSavage‘ Andersen have announced that they will be joining forces as a competitive duo. The announcement was shared through a 40-second trailer posted on social media, revealing that the iconic pair will once again play together in the Fortnite Championship Series … Continued The post Mongraal and MrSavage reunite for 2026 Fortnite season appeared first on Espor

Esports Insider 06.01.2026 13:45 Uhr

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Copenhagen Wolves pauses CS2 operations, puts roster on transfer list

Image credit: Copenhagen Wolves Copenhagen Wolves has announced that it has paused its Counter-Strike 2 operations, placing its entire roster on the transfer list. The esports organisation says that the title’s current focus on the Valve Regional Standings (VRS) has made it difficult for smaller organisations to achieve growth. Announced on January 5th, 2026, the … Continued The post Copenhagen Wolves pauses CS2 operations, puts roster on transfer list appeared first on Esports Insid

Esports Insider 06.01.2026 13:38 Uhr

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Who is Elsa Bloodstone? A look at the next teased Marvel Rivals hero

Monster Hunter Supreme / Image credit: NetEase Games Elsa Bloodstone has been teased as a new champion coming to Marvel Rivals in Season 6 or Season 6.5. The character made an appearance in the Season 6 Night At The Museum trailer as well as the new Marvel Rivals key art.  In the comics, Elsa Bloodstone … Continued The post Who is Elsa Bloodstone? A look at the next teased Marvel Rivals hero appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 06.01.2026 13:26 Uhr

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Indian esports stakeholders discuss the country’s prospects in 2026

Image credit: Nodwin Gaming In 2025, India’s esports ecosystem gained further legitimacy through the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act (PROGA), a legislation that banned betting platforms and real money gaming while reinforcing esports as a competitive sport. With the act now moving past its policy stage into implementation, India’s esports stakeholders reacted to … Continued The post Indian esports stakeholders discuss the country’s prospects in 2026 appeared first on Es

Esports Insider 06.01.2026 13:12 Uhr

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Hanwha Life Esports vs T1 headlines LCK Cup 2026 schedule

Image Credits: Riot Games Riot Games has revealed its match schedule for the opening rounds of the LCK Cup 2026, set to take place from January 14th to March 1st. The event will feature all 10 LCK organisations competing for the title, as well as two spots at First Stand 2026. One of the top … Continued The post Hanwha Life Esports vs T1 headlines LCK Cup 2026 schedule appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 06.01.2026 12:45 Uhr

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League of Legends: Darius lore explained

League of Legends Darius splash art / Image credit: Riot Games Darius is a fighter/tank, top laner champion from the Noxus region. He was an orphan with his younger brother Draven, before rising through the ranks of the Noxian army. He became the Hand of Noxus, a title given to him by the Emperor, and … Continued The post League of Legends: Darius lore explained appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 06.01.2026 12:43 Uhr

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Keyboard manufacturer Wooting joins forces with TenZ

Image credit: Wooting Keyboard manufacturer Wooting has unveiled a collaboration with VALORANT content creator Tyson ‘TenZ‘ Van Ngo. The deal will see the two parties launch the Wooting 80HE TenZ Takeover keyboard, which has been tuned using the preferences of the former Sentinels player. Unveiled on January 6th, 2026, the keyboard comes in a sleek … Continued The post Keyboard manufacturer Wooting joins forces with TenZ appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 06.01.2026 12:17 Uhr

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OG and SRG end partnership ahead of M7 World Championship

Image credit: OG Esports, SRG OG Esports has announced that it is concluding its partnership with the Selangor Football Club’s esports division, Selangor Red Giants (SRG). The announcement comes during the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) M7 World Championship, where SRG is set to compete in the Swiss Stage. In a post online, OG Esports … Continued The post OG and SRG end partnership ahead of M7 World Championship appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 06.01.2026 11:27 Uhr

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FURIA holds top spot in January CS2 Valve Regional Standings

Image credit: StarLadder Brazilian esports organisation FURIA is first in the global Valve Regional Standings (VRS) for January 2026, keeping hold of the top spot it secured in November 2025. The January VRS holds significant value, determining the invitations for four Tier 1 CS2 events taking place over the next four months. Unveiled on January … Continued The post FURIA holds top spot in January CS2 Valve Regional Standings appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 06.01.2026 11:10 Uhr

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Turkey tightens financial oversight as gambling crackdown expands

Image Credit: Engin Akyurt With new banking regulations that increase oversight of high-value money transfers, Turkey is stepping up its fight against financial crime and illegal gambling. Starting on January 1st, 2026, the Financial Crimes Investigation Board (MASAK) will implement the regulations, which require banks to obtain detailed documentation for all transactions of ₺200,000 (£3,431) … Continued The post Turkey tightens financial oversight as gambling crackdown expands appeared fi

Esports Insider 06.01.2026 10:58 Uhr

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100 Thieves appoints NiceWigg as co-owner

Image Credit: 100 Thieves 100 Thieves has appointed Apex Legends and organization streamer Jack Martin, known online as NiceWigg, as a co-owner of the organisation. The announcement was first made by 100 Thieves in a post on X (formerly Twitter) with an attached announcement video, stating simply: “Welcome, co-owner.” This was followed shortly after by … Continued The post 100 Thieves appoints NiceWigg as co-owner appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 06.01.2026 01:30 Uhr

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100 Thieves Roobet announces CS2 signings, roster missing just one player

Image Credit: 100 Thieves 100 Thieves Roobet has been announcing its new Counter-Strike 2 team after the organisation’s decision to return to the esports title. Graham ‘messioso’ Pitt and Sean ‘sgares’ Gares have been working on putting together a CS2 team for the 2026 season, and the three more players were announced today: Andre ‘Ag1l” Gil, William … Continued The post 100 Thieves Roobet announces CS2 signings, roster missing just one player appeared first on Esports In

Esports Insider 05.01.2026 21:00 Uhr

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New Apex Legends patch reworks Octane’s stim and buffs Newcastle

Image credit: Electronic Arts Respawn Entertainment has introduced a wave of balance changes in the latest Apex Legends update, along with the Winter Wipeout event. The new patch shakes up Octane’s gameplay with a stim rework, buffs other in-game legends such as Newcastle and Crypto, and brings additional changes that will impact both the casual … Continued The post New Apex Legends patch reworks Octane’s stim and buffs Newcastle appeared first on Esports Insider.

Esports Insider 05.01.2026 20:34 Uhr

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