The world of League of Legends witnessed sporting history as T1, led by the legendary Faker, captured their third consecutive World Championship title. In a nail-biting 3-2 victory over KT Rolster, T1 didn’t just win another trophy—they reinforced their standing as the most dominant dynasty esports has ever seen. With eight World Finals appearances and now six championship wins under his belt, Faker’s reign has pushed the boundaries of competitive greatness.
Faker’s Eighth Final: Cementing a Legend
Every time Faker steps onto the Worlds stage, anticipation electrifies fans across continents. The 2025 final—his eighth—was more than just another match; it was a clash of legacy and ambition. To put it in perspective:
- Faker has competed in eight World Championship Finals.
- He has emerged victorious in six of those appearances—a record unrivalled in the entirety of esports.
- His leadership and composure transform high-pressure moments into iconic plays remembered years later.
Watching Faker command the Rift isn’t just entertainment—it’s witnessing history unfold before your eyes. Few, if any, players in competitive gaming have shaped their titles as profoundly as Lee “Faker” Sang-hyeok.
The 2025 Worlds Showdown: Five Games of Pure Tension
T1’s approach to this Final was clear: calculated, confident, and composed. Game 1 saw them set the benchmark, surging ahead with masterful team fights. However, KT Rolster struck back in Game 2, unsettling T1’s rhythm.
Game 3 became a turning point. KT Rolster stormed through objectives and cracked open T1’s defences, inching within a whisper of the trophy. By the 37th minute, T1’s Nexus crumbled, putting KT ahead in the series.
Yet, champions aren’t defined by how they win, but by how they respond to adversity. Game 4 arrived with T1 on the precipice of defeat. The early game was balanced, the tension palpable. As drake after drake fell to T1 and the gold lead edged in their favour after 20 minutes, the team found new life. Their coordinated assault surged, overwhelming KT and pulling the series even at 2-2.
The fifth and final game was a showcase of T1’s nerves of steel. They systematically built an overwhelming lead—extracting a staggering 11,000-gold advantage by the 36th minute. KT Rolster’s resistance was formidable, but T1’s will proved unbreakable. With a final, thundering push, T1 etched their names into esports folklore.
T1’s international consistency is all the more remarkable given their domestic volatility. While other LCK teams often put their legacy under scrutiny, T1 always saves their finest for the global stage. Such resilience begs several questions:
- Can any team realistically match T1’s streak of international victories?
- Will the next generation of stars ever dethrone Faker’s reign?
The answers remain elusive. With Faker signed to T1 until at least 2029, the throne appears secure. The sense of inevitability around T1 at Worlds doesn’t mean the journey is predictable—if anything, it’s what makes every championship run irresistible.