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Esports events go head-to-head with CoronaVirus

Since the Coronavirus outbreak in China, the world has been put on a strain, especially certain industries like Travel and certain sports events. Financial markets are being put on a strain due to the Coronavirus as well.

Two of the best esports tournaments have been suspended or had similar actions taken place due to the virus.

MSI 2020

Riot Games Global Esports Head John Needham announced on Twitter Tuesday night that this event is being held while the outbreak worldwide is being dealt with.

The MSI is a global Spring Split Champion invitational event, serving often as the final warm-up before and after the Summer Split World Cup.