League of Legends is a multiplayer online battle arena video game developed by Riot Games and released in 2009. As of 2021, the developer operates 12 regional leagues internationally, including franchises in Europe, North America, China, and Korea. At Betsmith, we offer live coverage of popular League of Legends events, alongside exciting LoL betting markets for esports fans.
League of Legends Competition Highlights in 2025/2026
LoL is one of the biggest esports worldwide, with various tournaments taking place annually. The League of Legends World Championship is the most important event in the competitive season calendar. Its 15th iteration began on 14 October 2025, while the final was held on 9 November 2025 in Shanghai, Beijing, and Chengdu, with T1 the winners. The Mid-Season Invitational (MSI) is the second most important League of Legends tournament.
The MSI was played in Canada from 27 June to 12 July 2025, and won by Gen.G of the LCK, with T1 coming in second. The 2026 edition will take place in South Korea. Other events include the First Stand Tournament, held in South Korea from 10 to 16 March 2025. Hanwha Life Esports of the LCK will head into the 2026 edition in Brazil as the defending champions.
About League of Legends in Esports
Professional esports tournaments for LoL began back in 2010 with the World Cyber Games. As of 2016, over €29 million in prize money has been awarded to more than 4,000 players across 1,700+ tournaments. In a match, two teams with five players each compete to destroy the opponent's “Nexus”. The Summoner's Rift is the primary game mode in League of Legends and can last anywhere from 15 minutes to over 1 hour.
Two other permanent game modes are also available alongside temporary modes to accommodate your esports bet preference on Betsmith. Online viewership numbers for LoL events reached a peak of 45 million in 2020 and now attract investment from business heavyweights worldwide. All league games are livestreamed on video platforms like YouTube and Twitch and are available to view in real time on Betsmith.
League of Legends Betting at Betsmith
We offer our customers access to an extensive variety of LoL markets with some of the best odds online. The League of Legends lobby on our website is divided into three sections: “Live & Upcoming”, “Competitions & Leagues”, and “Outrights”. Some of the main outright markets to bet on when available are the “Mid-Season Invitational Champion” and “LoL World Championship Winner”.
For game-specific markets, you can opt for options like:
- Match Winner
- Maps Totals
- Map Winner
- Total Kills Odd/Even
- Maps Handicap
- Maps Correct Score
These markets are accessible when you expand each game. We've made navigation easier by sorting them into categories such as All, Popular, Match Markets, Map Markets, and Races.
How to Bet on LoL Esport
The “Live & Upcoming” section provides a view of all ongoing tournaments and those scheduled to start in the next few weeks. If you're particular about in-play betting, our live odds are constantly updated during each game to give you more value. All you have to do is make your choice from the available markets, click the odds, and it'll be added to your bet slip. Apart from the main tournaments, other prestigious events to bet on are:
- LCK Finals
- LCS Finals
- LEC Finals
- LPL Finals
- Rift Rivals
Betting Tips and Strategies in League of Legends
Although outrights give you access to the highest odds, betting on live LoL markets comes with the excitement of live streaming. Understanding and applying the strategies of in-play betting will improve your chances of winning bets. Here are our top tips to guide you:
Learn the Basics
League of Legends is a MOBA (Multiplayer Online Battle Arena) video game that features players competing in two teams. Before placing bets, take some time to understand the rules of the game. This will enable you to identify the best market to bet on, based on how the game is progressing.
Plan Your Spending
Develop a budget for how you want to spend your LoL betting money. You can start with as little as €20 and increase it only if you become more confident in your predictions.
Check the Statistics
We provide up-to-date data on teams and players in our “Statistics” section. Before placing your wager, study the information to understand how the gameplay is going so you can bet smarter.
Why Bet on LoL at Betsmith?
League of Legends has become one of the top esports to bet on today worldwide. We cover the main tournaments and tier 2 leagues while offering the most competitive odds on each market. Our HTML5-powered website conveniently adapts to smartphones and is super easy to navigate.
