Discover the Top 20 Players Dominating LoL Worlds 2025
The 15th edition of the League of Legends World Championship will commence on October 14, 2025, in Beijing. This premier esports event will feature 17 teams and over 80 players competing on the Summoner’s Rift. Anticipation builds as Sheep Esports announces its Top 20 Players for Worlds 2025, with rankings revealed from October 10 to October 13, right before the play-in stage. The selection process involved a panel of twelve experts who evaluated players based on their recent performance, consistency, and international success.
Panel of Experts Evaluating Players
The panel consisted of analysts, casters, and former professional players from around the globe. Their insights played a crucial role in compiling the rankings:
- Adam “LIDER” Ilyasov (Former LEC Player)
- Alex “Nymaera” Hapgood (LEC Caster)
- Jang “Ghost” Yong-jun (World Champion 2020)
- Guillaume “Zerotick” Moya (LEC & LCK Caster)
- Huỳnh “Hankay” Tấn Đạt (LCP Coach)
- Ilyas Marchoude (Sheep Esports Editor)
- João “Dionrray” Barbosa (Former CBLOL Coach)
- Juan “JayJ” Guibert (Former LCS Player)
- Park “Teddy” Jin-seong (2019 Worlds Attendee)
- Shin “Wish” Dong-seok (ERL Coach)
- 管泽元 (LPL Caster)
- 米勒 (LPL Caster)
Evaluation Criteria
Players were assessed on several criteria, including:
- Recent performance
- Consistency
- Peak form
- International results
Each panel member assigned points from 20 for the top player down to 1 for the 20th player, creating a maximum total of 240 points.
Top 20 Players Dominating LoL Worlds 2025
Here are the leading players set to shine at the 2025 World Championship:
- Chovy (234 points) – Jeong “Chovy” Ji-hoon stands as the top contender, recognized for his exceptional mid-lane skills and consistency, making him a pillar for Gen.G.
- Ruler (222 points) – Park “Ruler” Jae-hyuk has made significant strides with Gen.G, enhancing his legacy with previous titles.
- Kiin (184 points) – Kim “Kiin” Gi-in showcases reliability as one of the top toplaners, demonstrating stable performances throughout the season.
- Knight (176 points) – Zhuo “Knight” Ding, an impactful midlaner for Bilibili Gaming, boasts impressive stats and a storied competitive history.
- Tarzan (149 points) – Lee “Tarzan” Seung-yong has excelled as a jungler, contributing to his team’s success with innovative gameplay.
- Bin (137 points) – Chen “Bin” Ze-Bin, a skilled toplaner, continues to make his mark following past championship experiences.
- Bdd (127 points) – Gwak “Bdd” Bo-seong earned recognition for his significant contributions to KT Rolster’s success.
- Viper (126 points) – Park “Viper” Do-hyeon returns with strong performance, looking to leverage his experience in Hanwha Life Esports.
- Duro (119 points) – Joo “Duro” Min-kyu made a rapid ascendance in the scene and made a mark within just a year at Gen.G.
- Oner (109 points) – Mun “Oner” Hyeon-jun remains one of the elite junglers, integral to T1’s gameplay.
- Kanavi (106 points) – Seo “Kanavi” Jin-hyeok played a vital role in Top Esports’ successes, establishing himself as a leading jungler in the league.
- Zeus (103 points) – Choi “Zeus” Woo-je aims for personal history, trying to be the first player to win three consecutive championship titles.
- Canyon (99 points) – Kim “Canyon” Geon-bu forms a dynamic duo with Chovy, known for making impactful plays.
- Elk (72 points) – Zhao “Elk” Jia-Hao, acknowledged for flexibility and skill, remains a serious contender.
- GALA (68 points) – Chen “GALA” Wei has seen a remarkable year, recently setting records in the LPL.
- Keria (52 points) – Ryu “Keria” Min-seok is recognized for his exceptional skills as a support player.
- JackeyLove (45 points) – Wen-bo “JackeyLove” Yu is set for his sixth Worlds after a successful season.
- ON (40 points) – Luo “ON” Wen-Jun’s consistency and high kill count make him a formidable support.
- Inspired (35 points) – Kacper “Inspired” Słoma stands out as one of North America’s best junglers.
- Faker (31 points) – Lee “Faker” Sang-hyeok, a legendary five-time winner, aims to prove himself in his tenth Worlds appearance.
As the tournament approaches, fans cultivate high expectations around these talented players. The worlds of competitive League of Legends are set to witness intense matchups and extraordinary performances.
