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Disney+ Secures Exclusive 'League of Legends' KeSPA Cup Rights

The new KeSPA deal brings global LCK action, Western teams and South Korea’s national squad to Disney’s streaming platform.

Disney+ and Korea e-Sports Association announce exclusive global streaming home for the League of Legends KeSPA Cup
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  • Features all 10 LCK teams and international guest rosters including Cloud9 and Team Liquid
  • Marks Disney’s first major foray into live esports broadcasting using ESPN branding on the platform
  • Provides coverage for the 2025 and 2026 tournaments along with South Korean national team matches ahead of the 2026 Asian Games

Disney+ has established a multi-year partnership with the Korea e-Sports Association (KeSPA) to become the exclusive global home for the League of Legends KeSPA Cup. The agreement represents a significant milestone for the streaming service as it integrates live competitive gaming into its broader sports portfolio under the ESPN banner.

The tournament showcases the elite teams of the League of Legends Champions Korea (LCK), such as T1 and Gen.G, while also inviting prominent Western organizations to compete. In addition to the KeSPA Cup, the deal includes exclusive access to South Korean national team evaluation matches and send-off ceremonies in preparation for the 2026 Asian Games.

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