The competitive landscape of the Call of Duty League (CDL) is constantly evolving, with each season bringing new structures, variations in the number of Major events, and ongoing discussions about the scheduling around the holiday season
Excitement surrounds the venues for this season, with recent leaks suggesting potential host cities like Barcelona, Dallas, Florida, and Chicago for the inaugural events. Notably, the CDL Championships are set to be held in Toronto, marking a significant destination for esports fans.
Overview of the CDL 2025 Regular Season Schedule
- Major 1
- Online Qualifiers: December 6 – February 2 (with a three-week break for Christmas)
- Minor Tournament: January 10-12
- Major 1 LAN Event: February 6-9
- Major 2
- Online Qualifiers: February 21 – March 16
- Minor Tournament: February 28 – March 2
- Major 2 LAN Event: March 20-23
- Major 3
- Online Qualifiers: April 4 – April 13
- Minor Tournament: Not Applicable
- Major 3 LAN Event: April 24-27
- Major 4
- Online Qualifiers: May 9 – May 25
- Minor Tournament: Not Applicable
- Major 4 LAN Event: May 29 – June 1
It is essential to keep in mind that the date allocations are still subject to change. For instance, while the duration of the Majors is typically four days, there is no final confirmation if this will continue in 2025. The schedule has been set to allow events to kick off on Thursdays, maintaining the tradition established in 2024.
Upcoming CDL Championship
The highlight of the season, the CDL Championships, is scheduled to take place from June 26-29 in Toronto, a highly anticipated event for both players and spectators alike.
While the venue for Major 1 in Barcelona appears definite, there remains uncertainty regarding the locations for the subsequent Majors. Speculation suggests that Dallas might host Major 2, Florida for Major 3, and Chicago for Major 4; however, this information is yet to be verified.
In addition, the esports community is looking forward to the potential inclusion of Black Ops 6 and possibly Warzone at the upcoming Esports World Cup, which is expected to follow a similar timeline to last year’s event, likely occurring in August.
Fans can expect an official announcement regarding the complete schedule from the Call of Duty League on Tuesday, November 12. While changes could happen, they are anticipated to be minor.
Read more about the CDL 2025 Event Schedule and Format
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