Arena of Valor fans, mark your calendars. The Arena of Valor Premier League (APL) 2025 is back and more electrifying than ever, as the tournament heads to Bangkok for its highly anticipated Semi and Grand Finals on July 19–20 at BITEC Live Hall.
With 16 elite teams from the AOG, GCS, RPL, and the newly added Wildcard Stage advancing through three intense weeks of regional battles, this year’s APL promises world-class competition, heart-pounding gameplay, and the rise of new esports legends.
🔥 “Seize Your Moment”: APL 2025 Sets the Stage for Greatness
APL 2025 rolls out under the rallying cry “Seize Your Moment”, a slogan that perfectly captures the stakes and stories behind each match. Whether you’re cheering for underdogs or legendary favorites, this year’s tournament highlights the raw determination, strategy, and legacy-building moments that define professional Arena of Valor.
The journey begins with the Swiss Stage from June 26 to July 6, moving into the Knockout Stage from July 10 to 13, and culminating in a high-stakes live showdown in Bangkok.
🏆 Tournament Format: Who’s Competing?
This year’s format introduces expanded representation with the Wildcard Stage, offering a platform for new contenders to break into the global spotlight. The full Swiss Stage lineup includes:
✅ Arena of Glory (AOG):
- Saigon Phantom
- FPT x Flash
- Box Gaming
- One Star Esports
✅ Garena Challenger Series (GCS):
- Flash Wolves
- BanMei Gaming
- Cathay ONE Team
- Hong Kong Attitude
✅ RoV Pro League (RPL):
- eArena
- Bacon Time
- Buriram United Esports
- Talon
✅ Wildcard Teams:
- ANK Gaming (GCS)
- Super Nova (AOG)
- Full Sense (RPL)
- Deep Cross Gaming (GCS)
The Swiss Stage draw is scheduled for June 17, with top seeds from AOG, GCS, and RPL guaranteed to avoid early face-offs.
🔥 What to Expect: Knockout Stage and Live Finals
🗓️ Knockout Stage – July 10 to 13
- Double elimination format
- Best-of-five (BO5) and Best-of-seven (BO7) matches
- Introduction of the Global Ban & Pick rule for next-level strategy
🎉 Semi & Grand Finals in Bangkok – July 19–20
Held live at BITEC Live Hall, these final matches will be played in BO7 format, promising top-tier play, emotional highs, and esports history in the making.
🎮 Limited-Edition APL 2025 Thane Skin Unveiled
To commemorate the biggest AoV tournament of the year, Garena is launching a limited-edition APL 2025 Thane skin. Inspired by the “Heroes of Victory” theme, the skin pays homage to Thane’s iconic role as a tank and leader — a symbol of strength and perseverance. Expect this skin to become a collector’s item for serious AoV fans.
🎟️ Ticket Sales and Where to Watch
Fans eager to attend the finals in person should stay tuned — ticket sale details for the Bangkok event will be announced in the coming days via official channels.
Can’t make it to the arena? Catch every moment of the APL 2025 action live on:
- YouTube
- TikTok
- Valor TV
For the latest updates, rosters, and behind-the-scenes content, follow Arena of Valor across all official social media platforms.
