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The biggest event in Call of Duty esports is almost here. CDL Champs 2025 is set to kick off on Thursday, June 26, bringing together the top eight teams from the regular season to battle it out for the title of World Champion. With everything on the line—including bragging rights, legacy, and a shot at the most prestigious title in the CDL—this year’s championship promises to be one of the most competitive yet.
Qualified Teams and CDL Points
The eight teams that punched their ticket to Champs earned their spots through consistent performances all season. Here’s how they stack up heading into the final weekend:
Los Angeles Thieves – 540 CDL Points
Atlanta FaZe – 505 CDL Points
Toronto Ultra – 370 CDL Points
Vancouver Surge – 330 CDL Points
Miami Heretics – 295 CDL Points
Carolina Royal Ravens – 220 CDL Points
OpTic Texas – 220 CDL Points
Boston Breach – 200 CDL Points
From powerhouse rosters like FaZe and OpTic to surging newcomers like Vancouver and Miami, each team enters with something to prove.
CDL Champs 2025 Day 1 Schedule
Championship Weekend kicks off with four highly anticipated matches as the bracket gets underway. With a double elimination format, teams are looking to start strong and avoid an early trip to the lower bracket.
Thursday, June 26 (All times EST):
3:00 PM – Vancouver Surge vs Miami Heretics
4:30 PM – Los Angeles Thieves vs Boston Breach
6:00 PM – Toronto Ultra vs Carolina Royal Ravens
7:30 PM – Atlanta FaZe vs OpTic Texas
These opening-round matchups set the tone for the weekend and could define each team’s path to the grand finals. Whether it’s a top-seeded favorite looking to stay dominant or an underdog aiming to make a run, every map will count.
How to Watch
All matches will be streamed live on the official Call of Duty League YouTube channel:
👉 youtube.com/@CODLeague
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