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The Esports World Cup (EWC) 2025 is the biggest stage for gamers across the world. The best teams and top players have come together to compete for the crown in Riyadh. Some are already legends, while others are ready to write history.
This article highlights the top players you should watch this week. Their stories, skills, and goals make them stand out in this huge tournament.
1. Faker (T1): League of Legends Hero Returns
Lee “Faker” Sang-hyeok is not just a player he’s a living legend in League of Legends. Fans call him the “Unkillable Demon King” because of how tough and smart he plays.
- Faker has already won 5 World Championships and 6 MSI titles.
- He lost to Gen.G recently in the MSI final, so he’s back with more hunger to win.
- This week, he’s fighting strong mid-lane rivals like Chovy, Knight, and Caps.
Faker wants to take T1 back to the top and lift the EWC trophy once again.
2. Cinny (Vitality): Aiming for a Third MLBB Title
Cindy “Cinny” Siswanto is one of the top names in Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Women’s Invitational.
- She won in 2022 and 2023 but missed the hat-trick last year.
- Now, in 2025, she’s back with team Vitality to chase her third title.
What makes her story even more special is her sister Michelle “Chell” Siswanto is also in the team. They play together Cinny in mid-lane and Chell in gold lane. This sister duo might be the strongest family combo in the tournament.
3. YiNuo (AG.AL): Honor of Kings MVP Returns
Xu “YiNuo” Bicheng is the star of the game Honor of Kings. Fans call him the “Faker of Honor of Kings” and for good reason.
- He won the MVP title in 2023.
- His team AG.AL is the favorite to win this year’s KWC at EWC 2025.
- YiNuo wants to show the world that China is still the best in this game.
His sharp moves and big-game experience make him a must-watch in this year’s competition.
4. Moshi (Buriram United Esports): Free Fire’s Silent Killer
Ratchanon “Moshi” Kunrayason may not have won the Free Fire title last year, but he was still named MVP of EWC 2024. That says a lot.
- In 2025, the defending champs Team Falcons are weak as one player left.
- Moshi sees this as his golden chance to go all the way and win the crown.
He has great aim, smart plays, and knows how to handle pressure. He’s ready to prove he’s not just MVP material but a champion too.
5. Yatoro (Team Spirit): Dota 2 Champion and Fan-Favourite
Illya “Yatoro” Mulyarchuk is no longer a newcomer. He’s a two-time TI winner and also won the Riyadh Masters 2023.
- His team, Team Spirit, is always one of the top teams in Dota 2.
- Yatoro is known for his smart hero picks and quick reflexes.
In EWC 2025, you can expect Team Spirit to go far. And if they do, Yatoro will be at the heart of it.
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