The Hearthstone International Showmatch features eight players from around the world battling it out in a live-streamed tournament! Taking place in Hangzhou, China on September 29, the global broadcast will be available on Hearthstone’s Twitch and YouTube channels.

What You Need to Know

• Date: September 29
• Schedule
  • 12:10-4:00 a.m. PDT – International Showmatch Phase 1
  • 4:00-5:00 a.m. PDT – Break
  • 5:00-7:00 a.m. PDT – International Showmatch Final
• Rules: 4v4 Team Format
  • Each team prepares 11 decks covering all classes and bans 3 of the opposing team’s classes
  • Each player is assigned 2 of the remaining classes
  • The team that defeats all of the opposing team’s classes wins!
  • For more details, please check the Rules and Format handbook
• Prizes
  • The total prize pool for this tournament is RMB 400,000 ($56,120 USD*)
  • The winning team will receive RMB 250,000 ($35,075 USD*)
  • The runner-up team will receive RMB 150,000 ($24,552 USD*)
  • The player who defeats the most opponents will be named the tournament MVP and awarded one-year exclusive use of a Hearthstone-themed, customized Yangwang U9
  • * USD amount is for reference only.
• Drops: Earn 2 The Lost City of Un’Goro packs while watching on Twitch
• Streams:
  • Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/playhearthstone
  • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/Hearthstone

Meet the Players

Europe All-Star Team

Thijs (Netherlands)

• 2018 Hearthstone China vs. Europe Showmatch Champion

A living legend in Hearthstone, Thijs won the China vs. Europe Showmatch in 2018 and is renowned for his innovative deck-building skills. Having succeeded in this type of contest before, he’ll be an invaluable asset to the European All-Star Team.

Furyhunter (Denmark)

• 2024 Hearthstone World Championship Runner-up

As a standout among the new wave of European Hearthstone talent, Furyhunter made a powerful statement at the 2024 World Championship with a second-place finish. This Danish standout is redefining the game on his own terms, and his knack for unorthodox plays forces opponents to always be on guard.

Bunnyhoppor (Germany)

• 2022 Hearthstone World Champion
• 2022 Hearthstone Grandmasters Tour Autumn Champion
• 2018 Hearthstone Summer Championship Winner

Bunnyhoppor’s Hearthstone career is a testament to the motto “perseverance leads to victory.” Known for his rock-solid fundamentals and meticulous playstyle, this German player always keeps his rhythm regardless of what his opponents throw at him. With an impressive winning record to his name, he’ll definitely be one to watch out for in the International Showmatch.

Gaby (France)

• Hearthstone Masters Tour Orgrimmar Champion
• Hearthstone Masters Tour Alterac Valley Ruins Champion

Dubbed the "Hearthstone Prodigy," Gaby is known for his sharp gameplay and aggressive style. After winning the Masters Tour Orgrimmar, he’s become the new flagbearer for French Hearthstone. His particular set of skills could very well be the x-factor his team needs to emerge victorious.

China All-Star Team

Chu Chu 雏雏 (China)

• 2025 Hearthstone China Gold Open Tournament Chengdu Champion
• 2024 Hearthstone China Gold Open Tournament Hangzhou Champion

Known for his razor-sharp calculations and tactical finesse, Chu Chu has proven his consistency at the highest level with consecutive Gold Open victories in Hangzhou and Chengdu. His discerning judgment and well-rounded skills will be a key asset to the China All-Star Team.

mlYanming 陌路烟明 (China)

• 2024 Hearthstone World Champion

Reigning world champion mlYanming is ready to compete on home turf. Known for his pinpoint decision-making and unshakable nerve, he remains one of the most prominent figures in Chinese Hearthstone. For this tournament, he has one clear objective: to remind everyone exactly how he earned his title.

LvGe 驴鸽 (China)

• 2025 Hearthstone China Gold Open Tournament Qingdao Champion

LvGe is a prominent figure in the Chinese Hearthstone community, admired for both his skill and determination. His victory at the Gold Open Qingdao this summer highlighted his strategic depth and adaptability. As a member of the Chinese All-Star Team, his confidence and experience could prove to be the decisive edge in the upcoming International Showmatch.

Loatheb 洛欧塞布 (China)

• 2025 Hearthstone China Gold Open Chengdu Runner-up

Loatheb has earned the respect of the Chinese Hearthstone community through his steady playstyle and humble demeanor. Rising from relative obscurity to becoming a Gold Open finalist, he has steadily proven his competitive prowess. Determined to leave his mark on the international stage, he’s ready to give it his all in the upcoming International Showmatch.