Worlds 2025 Finals Preview: T1 vs. KT Rolster
The hype is real. With just hours until the 2025 League of Legends World Championship Grand Final, LoL Esports dropped the ultimate teaser: Worlds 2025 FINALS | EARN YOUR LEGACY. This cinematic masterpiece captures the essence of the showdown perfectly: "These two teams know each other so incredibly well." "If you want to be the best, you’ve gotta beat the best. And historically, T1 are the best."
T1, the defending champions with five Worlds titles under their belt (2013, 2015, 2016, 2023, 2024), face off against KT Rolster in a best-of-five clash for the Summoner's Cup on November 9, 2025, in Chengdu, China. A T1 win would make them the first team to claim three straight Worlds trophies – a legacy-defining feat for Faker and crew.
This isn't just any final. It's the revival of the legendary "Telecom War" – one of the oldest rivalries in esports history between these Korean powerhouses. T1 holds a commanding head-to-head edge, winning 25 of 32 matches since 2020, including recent LCK sweeps like 3-1 and 2-0.
Fans engage in fan fest activities at League of Legends Worlds 2025 Fan Fest on November 07, 2025 in Chengdu, China. (Photo by Christina Oh/Riot Games)
Key Matchups to Watch:
Mid Lane Clash: Faker (GOAT with 5 Worlds rings) vs. Bdd, whose solo kill plays lit up the hype video.
Bot Lane Firefight: Gumayusi & Keria's synergy vs. deokdam & Peter's aggression.
Early Game Jungle Wars: Oner vs. Cuzz – who controls the map?
T1 boasts a 48% win rate in recent stats, but KT's underdog fire could flip the script.
What to Expect – And How to Watch
Expect macro masterclasses, Baron steals, and pentakills. The video teases it all: "This is what esports is all about." "One step closer to the promised land."
Tune in:
Opening Ceremony & Finals: November 9, ~12 PM PT / 8 PM GMT (check lolesports.com for exact times).
Watch Live: lolesports.com, YouTube, Twitch.
Pick'ems: Over 2.7 million participants already!
The stage is set. Will T1 etch eternal legacy, or will KT spark a revolution? "Are you ready?" #Worlds2025 – let's find out. 🔥
Faker of T1 is seen onstage after their victory and advancing to the grand finals at League of Legends Worlds 2025 Semifinal Stage on November 02, 2025 in Shanghai, China. (Photo by Colin Young-Wolff/Riot Games).
