May 17 marks a day of new beginnings on the global League of Legends stage.

The first week of the LCK 2025 Season, LPL Split 2 2025, and LTA North 2025 Split 2 continues, with battles in South Korea , China , and North America returning to LAN format. For many teams, this is their first appearance on stage with new rosters, providing an opportunity for bold statements. We've selected five key matches of the day, where you can already glimpse the beginnings of the future meta. Below is a brief analysis and the latest odds for each match.

FlyQuest will defeat Cloud9 (odds 1.65)
The start of the split in LTA North 2025. Cloud9 is still searching for optimal form, while FlyQuest appears more cohesive in team interactions. Strong side lanes and confident macro play make them the favorites. A win for FlyQuest (1.65) is a bet on teamwork and structure.

KT Rolster stronger than BRION (odds 1.35)
KT enters the season with high ambitions. BRION is traditionally unstable at the start and often struggles with game tempo. KT excels in drafts and can quickly build an advantage. A victory for KT Rolster (1.35) is a bet on discipline and aggressive playstyle.

Top Esports will outplay Weibo Gaming (odds 1.28)
TES is ready to start Split 2 with a confident win. Their form at boot camps commands respect, while Weibo has yet to show consistency in key matches. A win for Top Esports (1.28) is a bet on experience and draft depth.

Bilibili Gaming will prevail over JD Gaming (odds 1.45)
An intriguing match between Chinese giants. JD may offer resistance, but BBG looks better in the current patch. Their execution and mechanics are at a high level. A victory for Bilibili Gaming (1.45) is a bet on current form and adaptation to the meta.

Nongshim RedForce will handle DRX (odds 1.35)
NS RedForce is one of the most promising rosters this season. DRX is still inconsistent, and against tempo teams, they quickly lose control. A win for Nongshim (1.35) is a bet on growth and team aggression.

Keep an eye on the broadcasts, analyze the picks, and remember that the start of the split often brings surprises.

Odds are provided by Stake and are current at the time of publication.