The esports calendar across the various tiers of competitive play has gotten into full swing, meaning a lot of titles and teams are vying for the attention of viewers. This could be seen in the monthly rankings for teams by watch time, with the top five accumulating between 10 million and 15 million Hours Watched (HW).
Which esports team was top in March 2026?
Ultimately, the side that topped our leaderboard for March 2026 was the League of Legends roster of G2 Esports. The team enjoyed a successful run last month, finishing in the top two in both tournaments it participated in to edge past the Counter-Strike 2 team of another continental powerhouse, Natus Vincere, and take the first position here.
The month started with G2 Esports beating Karmine Corp in a closely-fought final of the LEC 2026 Versus to successfully defend its regional crown. Having let slip a 2:0 lead, the European roster managed to pull itself together in the fifth and deciding map, which was the longest in the series at 46:24 minutes before clinching victory.
The LEC Versus split managed a four-year high in total hours watched, although its peak concurrent figures fell below what was set during the 2025 Winter Split. The involvement of Los Ratones, owned by prominent commentator Marc "Caedrel" Lamont, played a big part in this sustained audience engagement, although the side could not reach the Playoffs.
Moreover, only three tournaments in LEC history recorded a higher total watch time than the LEC 2026 Versus, with all coming in the peak engagement years of 2020 to 2022. Even the dip in concurrent viewership was minor compared to the LEC Winter 2025, as it currently ranks as the eighth most popular competition in League of Legends European Championship history by peak audience.
With form on its side, G2 Esports entered its next event as one of the firm favorites. The second edition of the First Stand series was a resounding success for League of Legends esports in almost every measure, and the side played its part in this development.
Aside from one team, G2 Esports had no issue disposing of its opponents en route to the Grand Final. However, standing in its way of clinching its first international championship since 2019 (also the last time Europe won an international League of Legends event) was Bilibili Gaming, which had brushed past G2 3:0 in the Upper Bracket Final of the Group Stage.
The Chinese former world championship runner-up once again proved too strong, easing to a 3:1 victory. Nevertheless, the game proved to be a hit among global audiences, led by English-language viewership and Caedrel, and helped the First Stand 2026 mark serious growth of 35% over the inaugural edition.
March 2026 was a successful month for G2 Esports' League of Legends roster, as it reached multiple finals and clinched one tournament victory. Whether it can carry the weight of European League of Legends history on its shoulders as one of the region's strongest teams at future global events is to be seen, but it has equipped itself well to end the region's international drought sooner rather than later.
FAQ
Q: Which esports team was named top for March 2026?
A: G2 Esports was named the top esports team for March 2026, primarily due to their strong League of Legends performances and high viewership.
Q: What tournaments did G2 Esports participate in during March 2026?
A: G2 Esports participated in the LEC 2026 Versus, which they won, and the First Stand 2026, where they finished as runner-up.
Q: How did G2 Esports perform in the LEC 2026 Versus?
A: G2 Esports successfully defended its regional crown by beating Karmine Corp in a closely-fought final of the LEC 2026 Versus.
Q: What was the viewership impact of First Stand 2026?
A: First Stand 2026 marked a significant growth of 35% over its inaugural edition, with its grand finals between Bilibili Gaming and G2 Esports earning more viewers.
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