2025 Little League World Series: Schedule, Bracket & How to Watch

Connecticut's Fairfield National remains the only undefeated U.S. team at the Little League World Series after a thrilling 7-3 comeback win over Nevada. Now heading into Saturday’s U.S. championship game, several standout players from Fairfield have gained national attention for their performances in Williamsport. The 78th edition of the Little League Baseball World Series (LLWS) began on August 13, 2025. It was a highly anticipated tournament that drew global attention to youth baseball. The previous tournament, the 2024 LLBWS, was won by the team from Florida, which defeated Chinese Taipei in an eight-inning thriller. 

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This time, the tournament featured 20 talented teams. Further, the division is categorised as 10 teams from the United States and 10 from international regions will be vying for the prestigious title. According to official Little League sources, people will witness strong teams from regions like the Southwest and Southeast in the U.S. bracket. 

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What is the LLBWS 2025 Tournament Format?

The 2025 LLWS features a distinctive double-elimination format. This ensures that every team has at least two chances to prove its mettle. The 20 teams are split into two brackets, which include the US Bracket and the International Bracket. 

The winners of each bracket will face off in the World Series Championship game. This structure will guarantee a competitive programme of baseball. It will also build to the grand final at Lamade Stadium. Baseball fans will witness the world's finest young athletes in the Little League Baseball World Series (LLBWS) 2025. 

What are the Key Dates and LLBWS Schedule?

All the baseball fans must mark their calendars as the tournament will begin today and conclude with the final match on August 24. To check the match time and dates, the table below showcases the key championship dates. 

Source: Little League 

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Where and How to Watch?

For fans in the United States, watching the LLWS is straightforward. The entire tournament is broadcast across the ESPN family of networks, with flagship games, including both the U.S. and International finals and the World Series Championship, airing on ABC.

For those who prefer to stream, ESPN+ is the official streaming home, offering live coverage of every game. Additionally, live TV streaming services such as FuboTV, Sling TV, and YouTube TV provide access to the ESPN and ABC channels, often with free trials available for new customers. This accessibility ensures you won't miss a single pitch from the iconic fields in Williamsport.