BLG T1

Rivalry and major tournament match records between China LPL's Bilibili Gaming (BLG) and Korea LCK's T1 in League of Legends esports.

BLG T1

Overview

BLG T1 refers to the rivalry in League of Legends esports between China LPL's Bilibili Gaming (BLG) and Korea LCK's T1 (formerly SKT T1). The two teams faced each other multiple times in major international tournaments such as MSI and the World Championship (Worlds) from 2023 to 2025, drawing significant attention from esports fans. In particular, T1's traditional strength and BLG's rapid rise formed a new Korea-China rivalry dynamic.

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Historical Background

T1 is a traditional powerhouse, having won the World Championship three times (2013, 2015, 2016) and finishing as runners-up twice (2017, 2022) since its founding in 2013. In contrast, BLG, founded in 2017, began to make a mark on the international stage in earnest from 2023. At the 2023 MSI, BLG defeated T1 3-1 and advanced to the finals, drawing attention for the first time.

Key Matchups

  • 2023 MSI: BLG defeated T1 3-1 and advanced to the finals. This match marked BLG's first international tournament final appearance and an early elimination for T1.
  • 2024 MSI: The two teams met again. T1 avenged their loss with a 3-2 victory, but BLG returned from the losers' bracket to reach the finals.
  • 2024 Worlds: They clashed in the semifinals. T1 won 3-1 and advanced to the finals, later claiming the championship. This match is considered the most intense encounter between the two teams.
  • 2025 LCK-CUP: T1 won 3-1, gaining an early advantage.

Team Style Comparison

T1 prefers stable play based on excellent macro play and 'Faker' Lee Sang-hyeok's mid-lane dominance. In contrast, BLG relies on aggressive early-game planning and 'Bin' Chen Zebin's top-lane carry potential. The clash between the two teams is condensed into a confrontation of macro vs. teamfighting, stability vs. aggression.

Key Players

  • T1: Faker (Mid), Gumayusi (ADC), Oner (Jungle), Zeus (Top, until 2024), Keria (Support)
  • BLG: Bin (Top), Xun (Jungle), Knight (Mid), Elk (ADC), ON (Support)

Latest Trends

As of 2025, BLG and T1 maintain top-tier positions in their respective leagues. In January 2025, T1 defeated BLG 3-1 in the LCK-CUP, gaining an early advantage, but BLG showed strong performance in the LPL Spring season, once again emerging as a candidate for international tournament victory. A rematch between the two teams is expected at the 2025 MSI, and esports fans are paying attention to this rivalry, calling it a 'modern-day Korea-China match.' Additionally, the 2025 Worlds is scheduled to be held in China, making the clash between BLG's home-ground advantage and T1's defending champion pride even more intriguing. With recent patches increasing the influence of top laners, BLG's Bin is likely to stand out further, and T1 is reportedly preparing countermeasures.

Related Topics

  • [[T1 (esports)]]
  • [[Bilibili Gaming]]
  • [[League of Legends World Championship]]
  • [[LCK]]
  • [[LPL]]

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