Riot game's League Championship Series (LCS) has gained massive popularity since its birth in 2013. One of the biggest tournament series for League of Legends, it draws fans from all over the world to view its competitors.
The scores from the spring split will be refreshed with this new split, every team will begin with 0-0. A new and exciting way to approach the two splits which means the spring playoffs can be used to assess teams.
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What teams are playing and when?
Just as in the spring split, LCS will begin with a "super-week" in which the teams will play three games a day in the first three days of the season.
The teams competing are 100 Thieves, Counter Logic Gaming, Cloud9, Dignitas, Evil Geniuses, FlyQuest, Golden Guardians, Immortals, Team Liquid, and Team SoloMid.
The split will begin on June 17, only eight weeks after the spring split ended on April 23. It will last until August 20. During these eight weeks, the teams will propose changes to the team, practise daily and enjoy peace for a short time.
How can I watch?
The official stream will go out on LCS's official Twitch.tv account on the first matchday. Although it can also be accessed on Youtube, the LCS website and Riot's official lolesports site.
Tickets are also available to purchase from here.
Who is set to win?
Fan favourites Cloud9 and Team Liquid are predicted to win this summer playoff. However, Cloud9 currently holds a lead over Team Liquid by one game, perhaps securing the win for this summer split at LCS. This comes as a disappointment to many fans as Team Liquid are currently the most wanted for the win.
Immortals seem to be struggling this year as they are currently sitting at one loss away from making it to LCS. Because of this, there is fan speculation that they will not be able to compete in the coveted tournament.
This split proves to be an exciting addition to the LCS which is getting fans extremely excited. Team Liquid or Cloud9, who do you think is going to take the championship?