T1 Clinches Third Consecutive Title at League of Legends Worlds 2025
T1 secured a remarkable three-peat by defeating their LCK rivals KT Rolster 3-2 in the League of Legends Worlds 2025 Grand Final. This victory solidifies T1’s dominance, especially in the ongoing Telecom War, the long-standing rivalry between these two Korean esports giants.
The Telecom War Rivalry
The Telecom War has spanned 13 years, pitting T1 and KT Rolster against each other in various esports titles. These teams represent leading South Korean telecommunications companies: SK Telecom for T1, and KT Corporation for KT Rolster. Over the years, T1 has built an impressive international reputation in League of Legends esports, often overshadowing KT.
- Out of 70 encounters in the Telecom War, T1 has won 53 matches.
- Both teams entered Worlds 2025 as the lowest seeds from the LCK, with few expecting either to claim the Summoner’s Cup.
Worlds 2025 Performance
Despite an uneven season, both T1 and KT delivered extraordinary performances during the tournament. KT Rolster began with an undefeated record in the Group Stage. In the Knockout Stage, they defeated CTBC Flying Oyster 3-0 and Gen.G Esports 3-1 to reach the finals.
"With this back-to-back-to-back championship trophy, T1 also maintains the upper hand in the Telecom War, a 13-year-old rivalry between the two finalists."
The intense Grand Final showcased the best of both teams, culminating in a close 3-2 win for T1, marking a historic moment in League of Legends esports.
Author's Summary
T1's third straight Worlds championship not only reinforces their dominance but also elevates the legendary Telecom War rivalry to new heights in esports history.