The next chapter of competitive League of Legends in the Pacific region is about to begin. League of Legends Championship Pacific returns with Split 2 on April 4, 2026, and this time the stakes are even higher, with two qualification spots for the Mid-Season Invitational (MSI) on the line.
After an unpredictable first split filled with surprise results, rising teams, and breakout stars, Split 2 promises even more intense competition as teams fight for international glory in League of Legends.
LCP 2026 Split 2 Start Date and Schedule
Split 2 officially begins on April 4, 2026, and the regular season will run through June 7, 2026. With the pressure of MSI qualification looming, every match will matter more than ever.
Fans looking for the latest match schedule can check updates regularly as fixtures continue to evolve throughout the split.
New Match Start Times for Split 2
Following fan feedback from the first split, the League of Legends Championship Pacific is shifting its broadcast schedule to a slightly later time slot to make it easier for more viewers to watch live.
Matches will now begin at:
- 4:00 PM GMT+7
- 5:00 PM GMT+8
- 6:00 PM GMT+9
- 8:00 PM GMT+11
This change is expected to improve viewership across Southeast Asia, East Asia, and the Pacific region.
Two MSI 2026 Spots Are Up for Grabs
The biggest storyline heading into Split 2 is the race for international qualification. The top-performing teams will earn spots at the Mid-Season Invitational 2026, one of the most prestigious tournaments in competitive League of Legends.
One team will qualify by winning Split 2, while another will secure a slot through Championship Points, making consistency throughout the entire season just as important as winning the playoffs.
LCP 2026 Split 2 Format Explained
The format remains competitive but straightforward, ensuring every match has real impact.
Regular Season
- Single round-robin format
- Best-of-three (BO3) matches
- Top six teams advance to the Knockout Stage
Knockout Stage
- Hybrid elimination format
- Best-of-five (BO5) matches
- Split 2 champions qualify for MSI 2026
Championship Points will continue to play a major role, with up to 55 points available in Split 2 alone.
Coach Comms Returns for Split 2
One of the most exciting features from the first split is coming back. Coach Comms will once again be available during both the regular season and the Knockout Stage, allowing fans to hear real-time strategic calls from team coaches.
This feature gave fans a deeper look into the tactical side of competitive League of Legends and created some of the most intense moments during Split 1.
Watch LCP 2026 Split 2 Live in the Arena
Fans who want to experience the action in person can purchase tickets for the LCP Arena through official ticketing platforms in Taiwan. Tickets are sold per match day, meaning fans can watch every series scheduled on a specific date with a single pass.
Ticket sales for the first match week began on March 25, 2026, with new batches released every week ahead of each match weekend.
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