The Rocket League Championship Series (RLCS) Raleigh Major just ended, and the results were a bit of a surprise. While fewer people watched the peak moments, more fans watched the whole event. Let’s break it down in a simple way.
According to Esports Charts, the highest number of viewers at one time was 217,444 during the Raleigh Major. That’s a big drop from last year’s London Major, which had over 316,000 viewers at its peak, about a 31% decrease.
But here’s the good news: the average number of viewers over the three-day tournament increased. The Raleigh Major had an average of 123,471 viewers, which is 25% higher than last year. So, while fewer people watched the biggest matches, more fans enjoyed the event from start to finish.
The match between Dignitas and Team Vitality on Day 2 attracted the most viewers. It was a thrilling playoff game, and fans loved every moment! The Grand Final featuring Dignitas and Team Falcons also drew in a big crowd, peaking at 203,735 viewers.
In terms of teams, NRG Esports topped the list with over 949,000 hours of viewing time. Dignitas followed closely with 935,000 hours. These teams brought excitement and kept fans engaged all weekend long.
The peak viewer numbers dropped for a reason. Some popular French teams, like Karmine Corp and Gentle Mates Alpine, were eliminated early in the tournament. Their fans likely left after their teams were out. However, thanks to strong performances from NRG, Dignitas, and Team Falcons, the tournament still maintained a steady viewership.
The RLCS action isn’t stopping. The Esports World Cup is happening in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from August 14–17. Sixteen of the best teams will battle it out for a $1 million prize.
After that, the RLCS World Championship takes place in Lyon, France, from September 9–14. This is the biggest Rocket League event of the year, and fans can't wait.
The RLCS Raleigh Major had mixed viewership numbers, but that’s a good sign. Fewer fans tuned in for just the big matches, but more people watched the entire event than ever before. This shows that Rocket League is gaining dedicated fans that enjoy every match, not just the finals. With more exciting events coming up at the Esports World Cup and the RLCS World Championship in Lyon, the Rocket League excitement is just beginning.
What does it mean that the RLCS Raleigh Major had mixed viewership results?
It means that while the highest peak of live viewers was lower than last year, the average number of people watching over the entire event actually increased.
Why did the RLCS Raleigh Major have fewer peak viewers in 2025?
Some top teams like Karmine Corp were eliminated early, which caused their fans to stop watching. That led to a drop in peak viewers compared to previous events.
Which match had the most views during the RLCS Raleigh Major?
The Dignitas vs. Team Vitality playoff match on Day 2 had the most viewers. It was followed closely by the Grand Final between Dignitas and Team Falcons.
What’s next after the RLCS Raleigh Major 2025?
The next big events are the Esports World Cup in Riyadh (August 14–17) and the RLCS World Championship in Lyon (September 9–14), featuring top global teams and huge prize pools.
