Indeed, the return of competitive Overwatch saw a strong start at the Kickoff Clash. Now, we’re preparing ourselves for the upcoming event – OWL Midseason Madness 2022. Kicking off within the week, read on as we provide all the viewership details you need below in this episode of How to Watch!
Event Background
Accordingly, as you can tell, this is the staple mid-season event for the Overwatch League. Running from 18th July to 23rd July, there’s everything on the line.
Specifically, the top 12 teams are here from both regions. Competing for the likes of $1,000,000 and League Points, here are the teams listed below:
West Top 8
- San Francisco Shock
- Los Angeles Gladiators
- Dallas Fuel
- Houston Outlaws
- London Spitfire
- Atlanta Reign
- Florida Mayhem
- Toronto Defiant
East Top 4
- Seoul Dynasty
- Hangzhou Spark
- Shanghai Dragons
- Philadelphia Fusion
Accordingly, although taking place online, teams are relocating to have the best connection possible for the event!
Format
With regards to format, Blizzard is keeping it simple with a double elimination bracket. Bearing this in mind, all teams will start in the Upper Bracket.
Also, here are the Upper Round 1 matches listed for you below:
- London Spitfire vs Atlanta Reign
- Shanghai Dragons vs Toronto Defiant
- Hangzhou Spark vs Philadelphia Fusion
- Houston Outlaws vs Florida Mayhem
Meanwhile, the likes of San Francisco Shock, Dallas Fuel, Seoul Dynasty and Los Angeles Gladiators are waiting in Round 2. Notably, matches will range from BO3 and BO7 though Blizzard haven’t specified yet!
For those unaware, a double elimination bracket means that teams have two lifelines. Indeed, two losses send a team home, while one loss sends them to the Losers’ Bracket.
Accordingly, one team from the Winner Bracket and one team from the Lower Bracket will compete in the Grand Final.
Schedule for OWL Midseason Madness 2022
Indeed in terms of schedule, consider the first two days of competition below – times listed in CEST region:
July 19th 2022
- London Spitfire vs Atlanta Reign (01:00)
- Shanghai Dragons vs Toronto Defiant (02:30)
- Hangzhou Spark vs Philadelphia Fusion (04:00)
- Houston Outlaws vs Florida Mayhem (05:30)
July 20th 2022
- San Francisco Shock vs TBD (01:00)
- Dallas Fuel vs TBD (02:30)
- Los Angeles Gladiators (04:00)
- Seoul Dynasty (05:30)
Moreover, feel free to check out an updated and detailed schedule here.
Watch the OWL Midseason Madness 2022 on esportsguide
You can also watch the OWL Midseason Madness 2022 live stream via our very own website. Providing an extensive list of the biggest esports together with streams for each esports match live today or upcoming matches.
Predictions
Moreover, in terms of predictions, it’s best to take a look at the Qualifier standings heading into this event – let’s look at the top 3 from each region.
West Qualifiers
- #1 – San Francisco Shock – 13 points
- #2 – Los Angeles Gladiators – 13 points
- #3 – Dallas Fuel – 11 points
East Qualifiers
- #1 – Seoul Dynasty – 12 points
- #2 – Hangzhou Spark – 10 points
- #3 – Shanghai Dragons – 10 points
Arguably, these six teams are some of the favourites for the competition next week.
However, while Seoul are the clear favourites in the East, the West is more indecisive. Accordingly, with Los Angeles Gladiators as the reigning champions from the Kickoff Classic, can San Francisco Shock beat them out?
Regardless of East and West – this time we’ll crown an international champion!
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