Hey there fellow gamers! As someone who eats, breathes, and sleeps eSports, I am excited to share my top picks for the 2024 eSports championship season. With the industry growing faster than ever, there are so many talented players and teams out there, but I have narrowed down my list to highlight the absolute cream of the crop. From classic games to new ones, I cannot wait to see these players and teams amaze us all in the coming years. So, without further ado, let’s get to it!

League of Legends: SK Telecom T1 🏆

League of Legends has always been one of the most entertaining eSports games to watch. SK Telecom T1 is a team that has consistently dominated the game with their skills and tactics. Their League of Legends veteran Faker remains one of the highest-paid players in the industry, with unmatched playing skills. Aside from Faker, with new bloods in the team such as Teddy and Effort, they are a force to be reckoned with. If you are going to watch any team in League of Legends during 2024, SK Telecom T1 is the one to keep an eye on.

SK Telecom T1 team members holding up their championship trophy

Counter-Strike: Global Offensive: Astralis 👾

Counter-Strike: Global Offensive remains one of the all-time classic eSports games that still steal the show every year. With that said, Astralis is a team that is on fire, with their impeccably planned tactics and execution winning them the 2019 ECS Season 7 Finals. The Danish superstar Dev1ce is currently one of the top players in the world, and his fellow teammates Xyp9x and Dupreeh are nothing to scoff at either. Their strategic mastermind, gla1ve, is always one step ahead of the competition, making them a terrifying team on the battlefield. Do not miss out on Astralis’s games this season.

Astralis team members celebrating their win at the ECS Season 7 Finals

Dota 2: Evil Geniuses 🎭

Evil Geniuses has been a household name in Dota 2 for years now, and they show no signs of slowing down. They always bring their A-game to all international tournaments, and with the addition of Abed, making them a more formidable team moving into 2024. The Pakistani superstar is always a pleasure to watch, with his signature hero Meepo that has brought fear into the hearts of all opposing teams. Nonetheless, the rest of the team is just as good. Arteezy, a Canadian player, is also one of the best in the world, and his chemistry with other teammates remains unmatched.

Evil Geniuses team members standing together at The International 2019 event

Overwatch: New York Excelsior 😎

Overwatch has been one of the more recent additions to the world of eSports, but it has indeed made significant strides in gaining popularity over the years. New York Excelsior has kept itself as one of the best teams since the league’s inception, and going into 2024, they are still a team to look out for with their continued dominance in healing tanks and dealing damage. The Korean superstar, Jjonak, is hands down one of the best Overwatch players out there, with his out of this world Zenyatta gameplay. On top of that, the team’s tank, Mano, is one of the most aggressive players in the esports world and greatly adds to the team’s power.

New York Excelsior team members posing for a photo with their signature hand gesture

Fortnite: Bugha 🔥

Fortnite may not be the most classic game out there in terms of esports, but it’s definitely booming in popularity. Bugha, a 2019 Fortnite World Cup winner, remains one of the best players out there. With multiple tournament wins under his belt and his strong game sense and skills, Bugha is no doubt a player to hold the title going into 2024. The US superstar is often aggressive in his gameplay, and he never fails to amaze with his hard work and dedication.

Bugha holding up his 2019 Fortnite World Cup trophy

And there you have it, folks - my top picks for the 2024 eSports Championship Season! Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just getting into this world, we can all agree on the excitement of engaging and watching the breathtaking skills of our favorite teams and players. So, at the end of the day, what matters is good sportsmanship and the passion that these professionals bring to the table. 🎯

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