The T1 vs Gen.G semi final clash at the League of Legends World Championship semi-final was nothing short of monumental. Their battle set a new standard in LoL esports viewership. With a peak of 4,977,721 viewers, this was the most-watched non-finals match in LoL history. Fans from around the globe tuned in, eager to witness the intense showdown between these two iconic teams and their legendary rivalry.

Viewership Milestone and Its Significance

This record-breaking viewership places the T1 vs. Gen.G semi-final among the top five most-watched esports events ever. It shows the huge popularity of competitive League of Legends and highlights the strong fanbase that teams like T1 attract.

Only a few events have ever reached higher numbers. These include the 2023 Worlds Final between T1 and WBG, with 6.4 million viewers, and the Free Fire World Series 2021, with 5.41 million viewers. This makes the T1 vs. Gen.G semi-final the fifth most-watched esports event in the world.

Rivalry and Impact on Viewership

A core driver of this historic viewership was the long-standing rivalry between T1 and Gen.G. This year, T1 had not defeated Gen.G in any series, amplifying the stakes. Fans were eager to see whether T1, led by the legendary player Faker, could overcome their LCK rival. 

This narrative of redemption and competition fueled by years of thrilling matchups captivated audiences. So, we got to witness history  with a viewership surge that added 1.3 million more viewers than the previous peak at Worlds 2024.

Top Viewership Moments in Worlds 2024 

The Worlds 2024 tournament has been a high-stakes arena where viewership records were frequently challenged. T1’s matchups consistently attracted large audiences, with significant viewership milestones:

• T1 vs Gen.G (Semifinals) –  4,977,721 peak viewers
• T1 vs Top Esports (Quarterfinals) – 3,610,849 peak viewers
• FlyQuest vs Gen.G (Quarterfinals) – 3,538,760 peak viewers
• T1 vs G2 Esports (Swiss Stage) – 3,015,398 peak viewers
• T1 vs Top Esports (Swiss Stage) – 2,820,371 peak viewers

Each of these matches showcased the immense popularity of T1 and the League of Legends scene, proving that competitive esports viewership continues to grow year by year.

Eyes on the Grand Final

With T1 advancing to the grand final against Bilibili Gaming (BLG), the excitement only continues to build. Given the massive viewership numbers at Worlds 2024 so far, expectations are high that this final may break the previous records once again. The stage is set for another historic showdown, and fans worldwide are eager to see what’s next for T1 and Faker in this thrilling season finale.

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