Esports Awards 2025 Results: IShowSpeed Wins Streamer of the Year

The Esports Awards 2025 concluded with an unforgettable night celebrating the best in competitive gaming, content creation, and streaming. Darren "IShowSpeed" Watkins Jr. captured the prestigious Streamer of the Year award, cementing his position as one of the most influential content creators in the industry. The explosive personality and viral sensation beat out fierce competition to claim esports' top streaming honor.

IShowSpeed Dominates Streaming Category

IShowSpeed's victory in the Streamer of the Year category caps off an incredible year of growth and viral moments. Known for his high-energy streams, genuine reactions, and massive global reach, IShowSpeed has transcended traditional streaming boundaries to become a mainstream entertainment figure. His streams regularly pull hundreds of thousands of concurrent viewers, and his real-world adventures and celebrity collaborations have redefined what it means to be a content creator in 2025.

Content Creation Excellence

Rainbow Six Siege content phenomenon Jynxzi took home the Esports Content Creator of the Year award, recognizing his exceptional ability to entertain while showcasing high-level gameplay. The award highlights the growing importance of creator-led content in the esports ecosystem. Meanwhile, Indian esports organization S8UL claimed the Esports Content Group of the Year title, demonstrating the global reach and diversity of competitive gaming content.

Competitive Gaming Dominance

League of Legends was named Esports Game of the Year, continuing its reign as the premier competitive title in PC gaming. PUBG Mobile secured the Esports Mobile Game of the Year award, proving the battle royale genre's staying power in competitive mobile gaming. These wins underscore the continued evolution and professionalization of esports across multiple platforms.

Team Falcons and Team Vitality Shine

Team Falcons' recognition as Esports Organisation of the Year marks a monumental achievement for Middle Eastern esports. The organization's aggressive expansion across multiple titles and regions has reshaped the competitive landscape. Team Vitality's CS2 squad earned the Team of the Year honor, validating their dominant performance throughout the competitive season.

Individual Player Excellence

French Counter-Strike 2 superstar Mathieu "ZywOo" Herbaut continued his legendary career by winning Esports PC Player of the Year. His consistent excellence and game-changing performances have solidified his status as one of the greatest FPS players of all time. Fighting game legend Zeng "Xiao Hai" Zhuojun claimed the Controller Player of the Year award, showcasing exceptional mastery in the fighting game community.

Complete Winners List

Broadcast Talent Recognition

The broadcast categories highlighted the crucial role talent plays in making esports accessible and entertaining. Clayton "CaptainFlowers" Raines won Play by Play Caster of the Year with his legendary rapid-fire commentary and infectious enthusiasm. Andrew "Vedius" Day claimed Colour Caster of the Year, while Laure Valée earned Host of the Year for her exceptional event hosting skills.

Lifetime Achievement Honorees

The Lifetime Achievement in Esports: Class of 2025 recognized industry legends who have shaped competitive gaming's evolution over decades. Honorees include:

Behind the Scenes Excellence

Supporting categories recognized the infrastructure that makes esports possible. Liquipedia won Esports Supporting Platform of the Year for its invaluable community-driven wiki that serves as the ultimate esports reference. Prodigy Agency claimed Esports Supporting Service of the Year, while Red Bull's deep esports investment earned them Commercial Partner of the Year.

Creative Excellence

Team Liquid's 25 Year Anniversary Campaign won Esports Creative Campaign of the Year, celebrating a quarter-century of competitive gaming excellence with innovative content and community engagement. The campaign showcased how legacy organizations can honor their history while staying relevant to modern audiences.