NLC Winter 2025 Smashes Viewership Record with 177,000 Viewers

The Northern League of Legends Championship (NLC) Winter 2025 has made history by shattering its previous viewership records, thanks largely to the debut of Caedrel’s new team, Los Ratones.

The Impact of Los Ratones

Los Ratones, founded by popular League of Legends streamer and player Marc Robert ‘Caedrel’ Lamont, made their competitive debut in the NLC on January 15, 2025. The team’s roster includes well-known players such as Simon ‘Thebausffs’ Hofverberg and Carl Martin Erik ‘Rekkles’ Larsson. This star-studded lineup was a major draw, attracting an unprecedented number of viewers.

Record-Breaking Viewership

The NLC Winter 2025 kicked off with Los Ratones facing off against NORD Esports and Lundqvist Lightside. These matches drew in massive audiences, with the peak viewership hitting an all-time high of 177,121 viewers during the Los Ratones vs. NORD Esports game. This figure is a significant leap from the previous record, which was just 14,023 viewers during the NLC Summer 2024.

How Los Ratones Boosted Viewership

Caedrel’s personal stream alone would have been enough to break the existing record, peaking at 105,432 viewers. However, the combined streams of Los Ratones’ players further amplified the viewership numbers. This multi-stream approach allowed fans to watch the matches from different perspectives, enhancing the overall viewing experience and driving up the total viewer count.

Broader League Impact

The inclusion of Los Ratones has not only boosted viewership for their own matches but has also increased interest in the rest of the league. Other teams in the NLC, such as Verdant, have seen significant increases in their viewership as well. For example, Verdant’s match attracted around 30,000 concurrent viewers across all streams, with an estimated 650,000 unique viewers tuning in.

Reaction from the Community

Sami Cunningham, owner of Verdant, expressed his amazement at the figures, describing them as “quite surreal.” This surge in viewership is a clear indication of the excitement and anticipation surrounding Los Ratones and the NLC Winter 2025 season.

NLC Winter 2025 Viewership Stats

Here are some key viewership statistics for the NLC Winter 2025:

• Peak Viewers: 177,121
• Hours Watched: 466,792
• Average Viewers: 74,687
• Airtime: 6 hours

These numbers highlight the immense interest generated by the league, particularly with the debut of Los Ratones.

Future Prospects

Los Ratones is aiming high, with Thebausffs already predicting that the team will make it to the League of Legends European Championship (LEC) and beyond. Given their strong start and the massive support they have garnered, this ambition does not seem far-fetched.

The NLC and Its Significance

The Northern League of Legends Championship is a regional esports competition that brings together teams from Nordic countries (Denmark, Sweden, Norway, and Finland) and the United Kingdom & Ireland. With a total prize pool of €10,000, the NLC provides a platform for these teams to compete and gain recognition. The recent viewership records underscore the growing importance and popularity of this league.

In conclusion, the NLC Winter 2025 has set a new benchmark for viewership, and Los Ratones has been the driving force behind this success. As the season progresses, it will be interesting to see how this momentum is sustained and whether Los Ratones can live up to their lofty ambitions.