To 2025 League of Legends World Championship (World Cup), Iris Feng famous Chinese presenter and interpreter for the LPL (Legends Pro League) has captivated audiences and online communities alike with her extraordinary stage presence and fluent command of English and Korean.
Iris played a central role by hosting the Swiss Stage on days 3 and 4 in Beijing, followed by the round of 16 in Shanghai. With her confident demeanor and boundless energy, she has distinguished herself by interacting with players from all over the world. Fans praised her for her ability to energize the crowd and communicate warmly with the professionals. Iris also confirmed her role as host for the final on November 9, which will be held in Chengdu.
For a long time League of Legends fans, Iris is no stranger. Born in 1996, she has been immersed in the game for over eight years. She joined LPL in 2017, initially working behind the scenes as an interpreter and content coordinator. Her big break came in 2020, when she was awarded Best Young MC at the LPL Awards, marking a significant turning point in her career.
The 2025 World Cup provided a great platform for Iris to showcase her full potential. His polished multilingual hosting, engaging style and emotional intelligence on stage have further cemented his reputation as a leading face in eSports broadcasts.
Interestingly, Iris once had no intention of entering the world of eSports. She originally studied bilingual broadcasting and had never considered hosting gaming events until a chance internship at LPL during her third year of college in 2017 changed everything. Witnessing the cheering of over 40,000 fans at the Beijing National Stadium during the iconic SSG vs SKT finals sparked his deep love for the profession.
The transition from backstage to center stage was not without its challenges. Iris admitted that despite her background in radio, live interactions on stage brought unpredictable moments. Even now, she confesses that she still feels nervous before stepping into the spotlight.
One of the most important stops on her journey was the 2018 World Championship, where she was asked to host at extremely short notice. “After that show, my legs were numb,” he recalled. His natural code-switching between Mandarin, English and Korean stunned audiences and cemented his rise on the international stage.
Passion continues to push Iris forward. “Being able to talk to people from all over the world and listen to their stories is a truly romantic experience,” he mused.
As eSports becomes increasingly global, Iris Feng’s presence symbolizes a new era of international hosts who can connect cultures, players and fans not just through language, but through empathy and a shared love of the game.
Sources: Znews
