Fearless Draft is here to stay: “Overwhelmingly positive feedback,” says Riot’s global head of LoL Esports

Riot Games has officially confirmed that Fearless Draft will remain in League of Legends esports for the rest of 2025. The format received overwhelming support from fans and professional teams, so Riot has decided to implement it across regional leagues and through all major tournaments, including Worlds.

In an exclusive interview with Dot Esports, Riot Games’ global head of LoL Esports, Chris Greeley, addressed the decision and a recent report that had indicated Riot’s consideration of extending Fearless Draft throughout 2025. Greeley explained how Riot initially intended the format to be temporary but was swayed by the “overwhelmingly positive” reception from players and fans.