On October 17, two main matches will occur between teams that have not lost a single match. KT Rolster will face Top Esports , and CTBC Flying Oyster will meet Anyone’s Legend. Both series will be in bo3 format and will decide the first participants with a 3–0 record, who will advance early to the playoffs of Worlds 2025.
On October 18, key matches will be held in bo1 format. Secret Whales will clash with FlyQuest , Gen.G Esports will face T1 , G2 Esports will go against Bilibili Gaming , and 100 Thieves will attempt to secure an important victory against Hanwha Life Esports . These matches will decide who moves closer to the next stage and who will have to play on the brink of elimination.
On October 19, the third round will conclude with decisive bo3 series. Movistar KOI will meet Fnatic , and Vivo Keyd Stars will play against PSG Talon . For both pairs, these are elimination matches — a loss will send the teams home, while the winners will keep their chances to fight for a spot in the playoffs.
Third Round Match Schedule (Time — CEST):
October 17
- KT Rolster vs Top Esports (bo3)
- CTBC Flying Oyster vs Anyone’s Legend (bo3)
October 18
- Team Secret Whales vs FlyQuest (bo1)
- Gen.G Esports vs T1 (bo1)
- G2 Esports vs Bilibili Gaming (bo1)
- 100 Thieves vs Hanwha Life Esports (bo1)
October 19
- Movistar KOI vs Fnatic (bo3)
- Vivo Keyd Stars vs PSG Talon (bo3)
