Top 10 Biggest Esports Teams in 2025 (Revenue, Winnings & Fan Base)
- Jadav Vasudev
- Sep 30
- 5 min read
The world of esports has exploded into a multi-billion dollar industry, making the organizations behind the biggest teams true global enterprises. Being the "biggest" is no longer just about who wins the most tournaments; it's about massive brand deals, dedicated global fan bases, and consistent performance across multiple titles.
In this definitive guide for the 2025 season, we rank the Top 10 Biggest Esports Teams based on a combination of financial valuation, all-time prize winnings, and their competitive results in major titles like League of Legends (LoL), Counter-Strike 2 (CS2), Dota 2, and VALORANT.
Our Ranking Methodology
Our list considers three key pillars that define the size and stability of an esports organization in 2025:
Brand Valuation & Revenue:Â Estimated financial worth, major sponsorships (e.g., Red Bull, Mercedes-Benz), and lifestyle brand power.
All-Time Prize Winnings:Â The accumulated earnings from major tournaments, which demonstrates sustained competitive excellence.
Recent Competitive Dominance:Â Performance in Tier 1 events during late 2024 and throughout the 2025 season.
The Top 10 Biggest Esports Teams in 2025
#10. Virtus.pro (VP) - The CIS Legacy
Virtus.pro has cemented its legacy as a top contender, particularly within the CIS region. While their financial figures might not match some Western organizations, their competitive consistency in their core titles is undeniable.
Key Dominance:Â Dota 2, Counter-Strike 2
2025 Snapshot:Â VP continues to make deep runs in Dota 2Â majors, often acting as a gatekeeper to the top tier of the scene. They are consistently a profitable organization due to a highly focused competitive strategy and dedicated regional fan support.
#9. Tundra Esports - The Dota 2 Titans
Tundra Esports has rapidly climbed the ranks by focusing intensely on competitive success. Their size is driven almost entirely by their unmatched recent competitive performance, particularly their dominant showing in the 2024 season.
Key Dominance:Â Dota 2
2025 Snapshot:Â Leading the charts in prize money earned over the last 18 months, Tundra has demonstrated that competitive dominance translates directly into financial and brand growth. They are the definition of an organization built on results.
#8. Natus Vincere (Na’Vi) - The Ukrainian Powerhouse
Na’Vi is one of the most recognized names in esports history, famous for its legendary CS lineups and global brand recognition. They thrive on a deep, loyal fanbase that has supported the organization through various generational roster changes.
Key Dominance:Â Counter-Strike 2, Dota 2
2025 Snapshot:Â Na'Vi maintains a powerful presence in CS2Â thanks to consistent top-tier performances, helping them secure continued major sponsorships and high viewership numbers across Europe and the CIS region.
#7. G2 Esports - European Juggernauts
G2 is one of the most prominent European organizations, known for its bold brand identity and aggressive push into lifestyle content. Their massive social media engagement and flamboyant personalities make them a fan favorite, driving impressive sponsorship revenue.
Key Dominance:Â League of Legends, VALORANT, Counter-Strike 2
2025 Snapshot:Â After securing major European championships in LoLÂ and strong international showings in VALORANT, G2's brand value continues to grow, making them one of the most financially successful European teams.
#6. FaZe Clan - The Lifestyle Brand
FaZe Clan is unique on this list as an organization that has successfully merged competitive gaming with youth culture and entertainment. As one of the few esports companies to become publicly traded, their valuation reflects their enormous influence outside of purely competitive results.
Key Dominance:Â Call of Duty, Content Creation
2025 Snapshot:Â While their competitive success can fluctuate, their ability to generate revenue through massive merchandise sales, influencer partnerships, and a deep content network keeps their overall valuation near the top of the industry.
#5. Gen.G Esports - The Korean/Global Hybrid
Gen.G has mastered the art of East meets West, with major bases in Seoul and Los Angeles. Their $250 Million valuation is backed by their control over key franchised leagues in Asia, guaranteeing long-term stability and high-profile partnerships.
Key Dominance:Â League of Legends (LCK), VALORANT
2025 Snapshot:Â Their LoLÂ team continues to dominate the LCK, translating into enormous regional viewership and securing crucial advertising revenue in one of the world's most lucrative esports markets.
#4. Fnatic - The Longest-Standing Brand
Founded in 2004, Fnatic is one of the oldest and most recognized brands in competitive gaming. Their longevity is their strength, boasting one of the most consistent global fanbases and a history of success across virtually every major esports title.
Key Dominance:Â League of Legends (LEC), Counter-Strike 2, VALORANT
2025 Snapshot:Â Fnatic continues to be a commercial darling, with deep-seated partnerships and a powerful retail presence, all leveraging their legendary black and orange brand.
The Top 3
#3. T1 - The League of Legends Royalty
The legendary organization T1 is synonymous with esports excellence, largely thanks to its League of Legends dynasty. Led by the world-famous player Faker, T1 commands arguably the largest single-game fanbase of any organization globally.
Total Prize Winnings:Â Over $15 Million
Key Dominance:Â League of Legends
2025 Snapshot:Â Every match T1 plays generates millions of hours watched. This unparalleled viewership and the ongoing success of their star players translate into massive media revenue and sponsorships that keep them firmly in the top tier.
#2. Team Spirit - The Recent Financial Juggernaut
Team Spirit might be younger than some teams on this list, but their performance over the last few years has been financially astronomical. By winning two of the most lucrative events in esports—The International (Dota 2) and a Major (CS2)—they have rapidly accumulated one of the highest prize money totals in the industry.
Total Prize Winnings:Â Over $35 Million
Key Dominance:Â Dota 2, Counter-Strike 2
2025 Snapshot:Â Their brand value is skyrocketing thanks to their continued elite performance. When you measure "biggest" purely by competitive money earned, Team Spirit is currently unmatched in the modern era.
#1. Team Liquid - The Global Powerhouse
Team Liquid stands as the biggest and most profitable esports organization of 2025. Founded in 2000, they have built the largest and most diversified empire in competitive gaming.
Total Prize Winnings: Over $56 Million (Highest All-Time)
Key Dominance:Â Dota 2, Counter-Strike 2, League of Legends, VALORANT
Why They Rank #1:Â Team Liquid's strength lies in its scale. They field teams in over 15 major disciplines and hold the record for the highest all-time tournament earnings. Their stability is built on massive, long-term sponsorships, a deep content infrastructure, and the ability to consistently compete at the highest level across multiple continents.
The Esports Titans: A Look Ahead
The esports scene remains volatile, driven by game popularity and tournament prize pools. While teams like Team Liquid and T1 rely on their massive scale and legacy, organizations like Tundra Esports and Team Spirit prove that a string of successful performances can instantly elevate a team to financial and competitive stardom.
Did your favorite team make the cut? Let us know who you think will break into the Top 5 next year!