Chengdu to Host Blast Dota Slam Arena in December

Blast has announced its debut arena event in mainland China with the Dota Slam Chengdu from December 5–7 at the Wuliangye Chengdu Performing Arts Centre.

The event will be delivered as part of a multi-year agreement with Chengdu Television and Media Company, with follow-up tournaments to be confirmed for in the future. Chengdu joins the Blast circuit of esports destinations for events this year that includes Rio, London, Lisbon, Austin, Boston, Singapore and Hong Kong.

“We are incredibly proud to bring Blast’s first ever event in mainland China to Chengdu,” said James Woollard, director of market development at Blast. “Entering the buoyant and growing Chinese esports and gaming space — one of our fastest growing viewership markets — is hugely important, and partnering with Chengdu Television and Media Company allows us to combine our global competitive entertainment pedigree with trusted local expertise to deliver something truly special. The Phoenix Mountain Sports Park Arena is a phenomenal venue,and we can’t wait to create landmark esports moments there this December as part of a multi-year partnership.”

Dota 2 teams will battle for a $1 million prize pool at the Wuliangye Chengdu Performing Arts Centre, a 12,000-seat venue. Chengdu is also set to host the 2025 League Of Legends World Championship Final in November and has hoted esports events dating to 2009.

“We are very glad to cooperate with Blast and bring a world-class esports experience to Chengdu,” said Zhou Wenwen, general manager of Chengdu Broadcasting Film and Television Group. “The Blast Slam is not only a competitive feast for fans all over the world, but also an important opportunity to showcase Chengdu as an international cultural, sports and entertainment destination.”