The second week of the Esports World Cup (EWC) 2026 has concluded, revealing four champions across various esports disciplines. The finals of League of Legends, Dota 2, Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Women's International (MWI), and Free Fire were marked by thrilling matches that reshaped the landscape of the Club Championship.
Dplus KIA Dominates League of Legends
In a stunning display within the League of Legends finals, Dplus KIA emerged victorious, clinching the title despite entering the tournament as underdogs. The South Korean team showcased an impressive performance by decisively defeating Karmine Corp 3-0 in the Grand Final, silencing the home crowd. This victory is significant for Dplus KIA as they reclaim their status as a formidable force in the global League of Legends scene following a period of rebuilding.
Young bot laner Shin 'Smash' Geum-jae shone brightly throughout the finals, earning the SONY MVP title due to his outstanding contributions in all three matches.
PARIVISION Claims Dota 2 Crown
The Dota 2 final showcased a fierce battle between PARIVISION and BetBoom Team, two top teams from the CIS region. After losing the first game, PARIVISION turned the tide and secured a remarkable 3-1 victory, showcasing their resilience. This triumph is particularly noteworthy as PARIVISION displayed remarkable consistency throughout the tournament, losing only one match in the group stages against the defending champions, Team Spirit.
Evgeniy 'Noticed' Ignatenko stood out as the MVP of the Grand Final, effectively neutralizing BetBoom's star player, Ilya 'Kiritych' Ulyanov, in three consecutive games.
Team Vitality Defends MWI Title
The MWI 2026 finals brought together fierce rivals Team Vitality and Natus Vincere in a gripping rematch of the previous year's Grand Final. After exchanging victories, Team Vitality managed to secure a 4-2 win, successfully defending their world title. The third game of the series was the longest of the tournament, highlighting the intensity of the competition.
Viorelle 'Vival' Chen, the jungler for Team Vitality, demonstrated exceptional skill, earning the SONY MVP Grand Final award as he led his team to victory, dedicating the win to their passionate supporters in Paris.
Surprising Victory for LYON in Free Fire
One of the most unexpected stories from the week came from LYON, who initially struggled to advance past the group stages but dramatically improved in the finals. The Mexican team set a remarkable record by achieving 33 eliminations in one map, the highest ever recorded in EWC history. They capped off their impressive run with a decisive Booyah in the final match, claiming the Free Fire title.
LYON's victory netted them a grand prize of $300,000, solidifying their status as an emerging power in the Free Fire scene.
With the conclusion of these four esports disciplines, the race for the prestigious Club Championship title has intensified. Currently, Natus Vincere (NAVI) leads the standings with 1,750 points, followed closely by Team Vitality and AG.AL. Both NAVI and Team Vitality have met the necessary criteria to contend for the Club Championship, having secured at least one championship and a top-eight finish in other esports events.
As the tournament progresses, organizations not currently in the leading positions must work hard to earn points and secure victories to remain in contention for the Club Championship. With five weeks of competitive play still ahead, the excitement continues to build, as each title now carries significant weight in determining the ultimate champion of the Esports World Cup 2026.
Source: https://www.esports.id/read/hasil-pekan-kedua-ewc-2026-empat-juara-terpilih-perebutan-club-championship-kian-sengit-19070
