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TEAM VITALITY RENEWS STAR-STUDDED AMERICAN TEAMFIGHT TACTICS ROSTER

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  • Team Vitality has announced the renewal of its Teamfight Tactics (TFT) dream team, after a successful 2024, securing a top 4 finish at the 2024 Esports World Cup.
  • The all-American team features renowned pro-players and streamers; Kevin ‘setsuko’ Jiang, Michael ‘k3soju’ Zhang, Jeffrey ‘Milk’ Pan, and Kevin ‘Prestivent’ Zou, who have renewed their contracts with Team Vitality for the full year of 2025.
  • The renewal highlights Team Vitality’s ongoing commitment to strengthening its international growth in the competitive landscape and engaging with its global fan base through events, streaming, content, and more.

Team Vitality, the leading esports organisation, is proud to announce the renewal of its Teamfight Tactics (TFT) team. The all-American roster of Kevin ‘setsuko’ Jiang, Michael ‘k3soju’ Zhang, Jeffrey ‘Milk’ Pan, and Kevin ‘Prestivent’ Zou will continue to represent Team Vitality on the global stage throughout 2025. The roster signifies Team Vitality’s commitment to building long-term relationships with top-tier talent while reinforcing its continued expansion into the American esports industry.

TEAM VITALITY SET TO CONQUER THE TFT ARENA

The roster is gearing up for an exciting competitive season ahead, with the team set to participate in several high-profile events throughout the year, such as the Riot Games TFT Esports Circuit. Another standout event in the competitive calendar is the TFT Open LAN in December, which will be taking place in Paris, the home turf of Team Vitality. Here the roster plans to showcase their skills and further build their legacy as one of the most elite teams in the TFT competitive scene.

The roster, boasting exceptional talent, is composed of:

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  • Michael ‘k3soju’ Zhang – Michael “k3soju” Zhang, is one of the most prominent streamers in TFT and worldwide. With a long-standing presence in competitive esports, having competed in other esports titles such as League of Legends, k3soju is one of the most popular players in the scene. k3soju has secured multiple notable achievements such as becoming runner-up in the 2022 Dragonlands: North America Regional Finals upon which he made his World Championship debut. A top 4 finish in the 2024 Esports World Cup gained k3soju additional popularity all across the world. Aside from his TFT success, k3soju is often one of the top 10 most watched streamers on Twitch globally. With 224 hours streamed in 2024, he boasts a dedicated following of 624K fans, with over 3.3 million hours watched and 23,000 peak viewers. His impressive track record and huge streaming presence make him a formidable force in the TFT community.
  • Kevin ‘setsuko’ Jiang – Setsuko is a rising star, known for his fast-paced, aggressive playstyle. His unique talent and strategic thinking have led to several impressive accomplishments, including multiple first places in the 2023 Monsters Attack and Runeterra Reforged Sets of Teamfight Tactics. Most recently, he accomplished a 9th place finish at the TFT Open LAN in Macao, and placed top 4 in the 2024 Esports World Cup alongside his team. Setsuko also boasts a substantial following on Twitch, with 188K followers, where he streams his expert gameplay.
  • Jeffrey ‘Milk’ Pan – DeliciousMilkGG, Milk Guy, or simply Milk, has earned a reputation for his mastery of high-cost units and powerful synergies. A consistent top 4 finisher, Milk excels at crafting potent endgame compositions, often securing victories with his calculated strategic decisions. His impressive achievements include first places in several meaningful tournaments such as but not limited to the 2022 Gizmos & Gadgets: NA Regional Finals. Milk also finished 2nd in the most recent Americas Final and Top 4 at the 2024 Esports World Cup. Beyond his success as a pro player, Milk connects with his fans on Twitch, with a dedicated following of over 160K.
  • Kevin ‘Prestivent’ Zou – As the final member of the roster line-up, Prestivent, is a respected professional in the Teamfight Tactics community, ranked among the best for his strategic prowess and consistent performance. Prestivent also streams on Twitch, with a growing audience of 84K followers. Prestivent’s skills, drive, and passion make him a key player on the roster, bringing both top-tier gameplay and support to his team.

With a combined Twitch following of over a million fans, the team members are key influential figures in the TFT community. Through their engaging content, the team connects with fans worldwide, sharing valuable insights into their gameplay, educating aspiring competitive players, and building strong relationships with their audiences. United by a shared ambition to continue captivating fans worldwide, all whilst reaffirming their dominance in Teamfight Tactics, through their exceptional performance and dedication.

I’m proud to represent Team Vitality for another year, “ said k3soju, pro-athlete for Team Vitality. “We’ve grown so much together, as a team and as individuals, and we’re more determined than ever. I’m excited to see what this season will bring and am incredibly grateful for the ongoing support from our fans.

Our roster renewal signifies Team Vitality’s ongoing strive for excellence and global expansion,” says Fabien “Neo” Devide co-founder and chairman of Team Vitality. “We’re incredibly proud to have such talented players represent us, both on and off stage, as they continue to inspire and elevate the standards of competitive gaming. This year, we’re focused on further expanding our presence on an international level, particularly in North America, while continuing to grow with our existing fanbase.

ACCELERATING TEAM VITALITY’S INTERNATIONAL EXPANSION

By focusing on its star players, investing in their development and providing them with the resources they need to excel, Team Vitality is affirming its commitment to growing world-class talent. This vision is as much about their individual progression as it is about the club’s overall success on the international stage.

With ambitions to expand even further, Team Vitality is looking to reach new heights in esports. This year, the organisation is building on the strength of its Teamfight Tactics (TFT) roster to strengthen its ties with its North American community, while continuing to expand into new global markets.

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Emmy-Winning Director R.J. Cutler’s Docuseries Esports World Cup: Level Up Premieres June 6 on Prime Video

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Prime Video, one of the leading entertainment destinations, will premiere the five-part documentary Esports World Cup: Level Up on June 6, with new episodes released weekly. Directed by Emmy-winning filmmaker R.J. Cutler (Billie Eilish: The World’s a Little Blurry, Elton John: Never Too Late and Martha), the series goes behind-the-scenes of the inaugural Esports World Cup (EWC) in 2024 — a defining moment in global esports, where over $60 million in prize money ignited a high-stakes, multinational battle to crown the world’s top esports Club.

The series is produced by This Machine (a part of Sony Pictures Television), with R.J. Cutler directing, John Dorsey serving as showrunner, and Jane Cha Cutler, Trevor Smith, Elise Pearlstein and Mark Blatty executive producing. Level Up will premiere exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide.

Esports World Cup: Level Up offers a rare look inside a global competition that’s redefining what it means to be a champion for a new generation of athletes and fans. R.J. Cutler and his team of expert storytellers embedded themselves within the eight-week tournament – watched by over 500 million fans globally – to uncover the personal sacrifices, rivalries and stakes driving the action.

Shot in verité style, the series combines intimate home visits from around the world and on-the-ground coverage from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. It follows a wide cast of characters – from Club CEOs orchestrating million-dollar strategies to rising stars chasing life-changing wins – while capturing the pulse of elite esports competition.

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“What drew me to the Esports World Cup was the compelling human stories unfolding within this high-stakes arena. Level Up isn’t just about the incredible competition and prize money; it’s about the dedication, the passion, and the sheer will of these athletes and teams pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. Under high pressure, we discover the true character of the competitors who vie for $60 million, but who also expose their humanity in the process,” said Cutler.

At the heart of Level Up is the “EWC Club Championship,” an unprecedented, multi-title tournament format where Clubs compete across more than 20 games, earning points toward a single leaderboard. Every match, every point, reshapes the race for global dominance. With the highest prize pool in esports history on the line, the EWC is not just a tournament – it’s a proving ground for the next generation of sports icons.

“A win might make the headlines — but the real story is the people behind it. Level Up dives into the human side of esports: the pressure, the ambition, the sacrifices. It’s about what it really takes to compete at the highest level — and why it matters. R.J. is the best at bringing those stories to life, and this one captures the heart of what we’re building,” said Ralf Reichert, CEO of the Esports World Cup Foundation.

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PandaScore launches game-changing Daily Fantasy eSports product

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Esports betting pioneer adds daily fantasy esports offering to its growing range of products, with its sights set on the US market

PandaScore, the award-winning provider of esports odds, data and betting products, has continued to push boundaries with the launch of Daily Fantasy eSports, a truly groundbreaking product for operators and players.

Daily Fantasy eSports has been developed for the US market but will have global appeal with players drawn in by the chance to create virtual teams of real-life players and earn points based on their actual game performances.

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Contests range from daily matchups to season-long leagues, with plenty of prizes up for grabs.

PandaScore’s Daily Fantasy eSports is backed by an expert-led esports trading team to deliver fast, accurate settlement data across unique, player-focused markets driven by the provider’s established and proven betting models.

An Interactive Player Widget serves up rich player stats and profiles, with PandaScore’s powerful BetBuilder enabling same-game parlays.

But that’s not all. PandaScore has more than 17,000 players in its esports player age and info database, the largest in the market.

It also offers dedicated helper codes and documentation to ensure smooth and seamless operator integration. It really is as easy as 1-2-3.

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1 – There is a kick-off call to align on goals, timelines and fantasy formats.

2 – The operator accesses PandaScore’s dedicated fantasy-focused API to accelerate the build

3 – The dedicated integration manager ensures effortless onboarding and a successful launch

By leveraging PandaScore’s odds and data, alongside its team of experts and specialists, online sportsbook and daily fantasy sports operators can launch faster, ensure accuracy and scale their Daily Fantasy eSports offering with confidence.

Oliver Niner, Head of B2B at PandaScore, said: “Daily Fantasy eSports is a pioneering product from PandaScore that will really hit the mark with operators across North America, as well as other global markets.

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“It allows operators to engage esports fans and bettors with a compelling product and proposition, but without the degree of risk that comes with standard betting as the payouts are controlled.

“Daily Fantasy eSports is already live with Dabble and is performing incredibly well, so we look forward to going live with more operators in the coming months.

“This really is a game-changing product, and we can’t wait to see it become available at some of the biggest betting brands in North America and beyond.”

The launch of Daily Fantasy eSports complements PandaScore’s growing esports betting offering, which includes odds and data for a huge number of disciplines, plus betting products like its BetBuilder, MicroMarkets and StoryBuilder.

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Esports Charts Wins “Esports Innovation Award” at the EsportsNext Industry Awards

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Esports Charts, a Ukraine-born analytics company that aggregates real-time viewership insights about esports, has won the Esports Innovation Award at the EsportsNext Industry Awards, hosted by the Esports Trade Association (ESTA) in Dallas, US.

The Esports Innovation Award recognizes an organization or individual that has introduced groundbreaking technology, services, or strategies significantly advancing the esports industry.

Esports Charts was honored for its scalable analytics platform, which provides comprehensive tournament and viewership statistics across more than 25 livestreaming services — helping stakeholders from publishers and teams to fans make smarter, data-driven decisions.

“Winning the Innovation Award from ESTA is an important milestone for us as a leading esports analytics service in the world. Also, we’re especially proud to represent Ukraine-born innovation on an international stage.

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“From day one, our mission has been to bring clarity and transparency to the world of esports data. And this recognition from the industry is both an honor and a motivation to keep raising the bar.

“Thank you to our incredible team and partners, who believed in us from the start. This award is a shared success — and we’re just getting started,” Artyom Odintsov, co-founder and CEO of Esports Charts.

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