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The League of Legends LPL Split 1 2025 has officially started, featuring 16 of China's finest teams battling it out for supremacy. With rosters filled with star players and top-tier coaching, the split promises intense competition and some electrifying action as teams battle for the crown.
That said, here are the top five teams to watch in LPL Split 1 2025, complete with player details and coaching insights.
Note: The article is subjective and reflects the writer's opinions.
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Ranking 5 best teams in League of Legends LPL Split 1 2025
5) Invictus Gaming
Invictus Gaming (IG) is making a splash this split with a roster that blends nostalgia with raw talent. The return of former World Champions Zhao "JieJie" Li-Jie and Tian "Meiko" Ye reunites one of the most iconic jungle-support duos in LPL history. Together, they are anchoring the team’s aggressive bot-lane synergy.
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Adding to their strength, Chen "GALA" Wei, a two-time MSI champion and one of the most consistent ADCs in recent years, brings firepower and reliability to the team. His presence elevates IG’s ability to dominate skirmishes and team fights. Meanwhile, LPL legends Kang "TheShy" Seung-lok and Song "Rookie" Eui-jin round out the roster, bringing experience and world-class skill to the solo lanes.
Roster:
- Top: Kang "TheShy" Seung-lok
- Jungle: Zhao "JieJie" Li-Jie
- Mid: Song "Rookie" Eui-jin
- ADC: Chen "GALA" Wei
- Support: Tian "Meiko" Ye
Coach: Daeny
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4) Weibo Gaming
Weibo Gaming steps into 2025 with a revamped roster, featuring the addition of Gao "Tian" Tian-Liang, the 2019 World Champion — and Fu "Hang" Ming-Hang, a breakout support player from LNG — to strengthen their lineup. Tian brings veteran leadership to the jungle, while Hang adds precision and consistency to their bot lane.
With mainstays like Chen "Breathe" Chen in top, Wang "Light" Guang-Yu at ADC, and the ever-reliable Li "Xiaohu" Yuan-Hao in mid, Weibo boasts one of the most balanced lineups in the league. Their combination of veteran leadership and rising talent keeps them in contention for the top spots.
Roster:
- Top: Chen "Breathe" Chen
- Jungle: Gao "Tian" Tian-Liang
- Mid: Li "Xiaohu" Yuan-Hao
- ADC: Wang "Light" Guang-Yu
- Support: Fu "Hang" Ming-Hang
Coach: NoFe
3) JD Gaming
JD Gaming (JDG) enters this League of Legends split with a restructured roster that is already performing beyond expectations. Kim "Peyz" Su-hwan, their new ADC, pairs with support Lou "MISSING" Yunfeng to create a bot lane with both mechanical skill and team-fighting prowess. In the jungle, Peng "Xun" Li-Xun adds aggression and adaptability, giving JDG a versatile edge.
Veteran players Lee "Scout" Ye-chan and Hu "Ale" Jia-Le provide stability in the mid and top lanes — while coach cvMax injects strategic brilliance into their gameplay. JDG’s mix of fresh talent and seasoned leadership is setting them up for a deep run this season.
Roster:
- Top: Hu "Ale" Jia-Le
- Jungle: Peng "Xun" Li-Xun
- Mid: Lee "Scout" Ye-chan
- ADC: Kim "Peyz" Su-hwan
- Support: Lou "MISSING" Yunfeng
Coach: cvMax
2) Top Esports
Top Esports (TES) is living up to its reputation as a fan favorite with a roster that combines new signings and long-time stars. They bring in Seo "Kanavi" Jin-hyeok — a jungler with four LPL titles and an MSI trophy to his name — to lead their charge. Alongside Kanavi is Liu "Crisp" Qing-Song — a 2019 World Champion support — whose aggressive style amplifies TES’s playmaking ability.
The core lineup of Bai "369" Jia-Hao, Lin "Creme" Jian, and Yu "JackeyLove" Wen-Bo remains intact, ensuring consistency in their performances. TES is on a mission to climb higher in the standings and is not shying away from taking risks in their games.
Roster:
- Top: Bai "369" Jia-Hao
- Jungle: Seo "Kanavi" Jin-hyeok
- Mid: Lin "Creme" Jian
- ADC: Yu "JackeyLove" Wen-Bo
- Support: Liu "Crisp" Qing-Song
Coach: Homme
1) Bilibili Gaming
Sitting at the top of the rankings, Bilibili Gaming (BLG) is the undisputed powerhouse of the League of Legends LPL Split 1 2025. After dominating 2024 with back-to-back championships and nearly clinching the Worlds title, they return with a roster that is almost untouched. Chen "Bin" Ze-Bin, Yan "Wei" Yang-Wei, and Zhao "Elk" Jia-Hao lead the charge — showing off their unmatched synergy and mechanical skill.
With Zhuo "knight" Ding in mid and Luo "ON" Wen-Jun as support, BLG looks unstoppable. Their ability to adapt mid-series and consistently dominate playoffs sets them apart. Under Maokai's guidance, BLG is more than ready to maintain their reign in the LPL and push for international success.
Roster:
- Top: Chen "Bin" Ze-Bin
- Jungle: Yan "Wei" Yang-Wei
- Mid: Zhuo "knight" Ding
- ADC: Zhao "Elk" Jia-Hao
- Support: Luo "ON" Wen-Jun
Coach: Maokai
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