The M6 World Championship kicked off with a 27% boost in peak viewership, driven by Indonesian audiences and a 2539% rise in Portuguese viewers. Key matches included DianFengYaoGuai's win over Niightmare Esports and RRQ Akira's dominant performance, highlighting the event's growing global appeal.

Esports events face a significant challenge in retaining viewers during downtime between matches, impacting overall audience retention. Successful strategies include engaging non-gaming content, like player interactions and showmatches, which enhance viewer interest, as seen in events like Smash Ultimate Summit 3 and the Fortnite World Cup 2019 Finals.

South American Dota 2 team HEROIC benched carry player David 'Parker' Nicho Flores due to unprofessional behavior during a critical match. The decision follows strategic disagreements and impacts ahead of the BLAST Slam 1 tournament.

The M6 World Championship for Mobile Legends: Bang Bang begins today in Kuala Lumpur, featuring a $1 million prize and a new Swiss format for group stages. Hosted at prominent venues, 23 teams will compete, with expectations of record-breaking viewership surpassing 5.15 million.

Oleksandr 's1mple' Kostyliev leaves Team Falcons after a short stint, failing to qualify for the Shanghai Major. His exit, announced on November 21, 2024, leaves the team in search of new strategies.

Falcons have benched key players after a poor showing at the Perfect World Shanghai Major Europe RMR, missing the major tournament. The organization is eyeing a major roster overhaul for 2025, potentially signing G2's NiKo and m0NESY, while s1mple's loan won't be extended.

T1 has appointed legendary player Mata as their new coach, looking to secure a third consecutive Worlds championship. Mata replaces Roach and brings a wealth of experience from leading teams like Gen.G and Royal Never Give Up.

BIG secured a spot in the 2-0 pool at the Perfect World Shanghai Major Europe RMR B after defeating Sashi and HEROIC. JDC emphasizes the need for focus and preparation ahead of their match against Passion UA.

Astralis is on the verge of missing their fourth consecutive Counter-Strike Major after a critical loss to Sashi on November 21, 2024. The team's underperformance, despite financial stability, threatens their standing in future tournaments and financial health.

Europe RMR B, the final qualifier for the Perfect World Shanghai Major, begins with 16 teams competing for seven spots. Teams achieving top records will secure advancement, with Bucholz scores determining key placements.

Passion UA, led by Rodion 'fear' Smyk, triumphed at the Perfect World Shanghai Major 2024, defeating Virtus.pro and Spirit, despite entering as underdogs. Their disciplined strategy and teamwork, honed over months of bootcamping, led to a perfect 2-0 start in the Europe RMR B tournament.

Ninjas in Pyjamas have revamped their strategy by appointing Gareth 'MisteM' Ries as in-game leader, leading to structured gameplay improvements and a balanced record at the RMR event. Despite challenges, the team is optimistic about qualifying for the next stage, highlighting the integration of academy player Jacob 'jocab' Nerheden due to Max 'maxster' Jansson's health issues.

Sashi pulled off a major upset against Astralis on the opening day of the Perfect World Shanghai Major 2024 Europe RMR B, marking their second win over the team this year. This victory, led by former Astralis players, underscores Sashi's growing confidence and strategic evolution under coach Nicolai 'HUNDEN' Petersen.

Passion UA is one win away from the Shanghai Major after a tense 13-11 victory over Spirit in the Europe RMR B's 2-0 pool. Key plays by Eduard 'zeRRoFIX' Petrovskyi and Dmytro 'jambo' Semera led their comeback.

The 1win Series Dota 2 Fall tournament is underway, with top-tier teams like Team Liquid and Gaimin Gladiators battling for a $100,000 prize pool. The competition features a Swiss system group stage leading to single-elimination playoffs, concluding with a best-of-five Grand Final.

The Carry1st Africa Cup Grand Finals, Africa's largest Call of Duty: Mobile event, will unfold on November 23-24, 2024, in Nairobi with a $15,000 prize. Featuring top teams like Sierra 7 and Sun Esports, this tournament highlights Africa's burgeoning esports scene, projected to hit $60 million this year, with live broadcasts enhancing global accessibility.

GamerLegion secures a spot in the Perfect World Shanghai Major 2024 by defeating BetBoom, overcoming an initial 0-2 record with impressive resilience. The team, featuring four rookies, showcased strong performances, especially from Timur 'FL4MUS' Marev, highlighting their potential and strategic prowess.

Esports viewership is soaring in 2024, with the League of Legends World Championship hitting a peak of 6.94 million concurrent viewers, highlighting its global dominance. Meanwhile, mobile esports like Free Fire and Mobile Legends: Bang Bang are also surging, notably in Southeast Asia and Latin America, as they capture audiences with affordable access and engaging content.

The BLAST R6 Major Montreal 2024 drew a massive audience, with over 5.2 million hours watched and a peak of 172.7K viewers, ranking it as the year's second most popular R6 event. The tournament saw w7m esports triumph over Team BDS, securing their third consecutive Major title amid rising Twitch interest and notable viewership growth.