T1 Secures Three-Peat by Winning League of Legends Worlds 2025
T1 has achieved a remarkable three-peat by defeating LCK rival KT Rolster 3-2 in the League of Legends Worlds 2025 Grand Final. This victory strengthens T1's dominance in the long-standing Telecom War, a rivalry spanning 13 years between two South Korean telecom giants, SK Telecom and KT Corporation.
The Telecom War Rivalry
The competition between T1 and KT Rolster extends beyond League of Legends, reflecting the rivalry between their parent companies in various esports over more than a decade. While T1 has built a strong international legacy in LoL esports, KT has often played second fiddle. Out of 70 encounters in the Telecom War, T1 has won 53 matches.
Unexpected Finals Contenders
Both T1 and KT entered Worlds 2025 as the LCK’s lowest seeds, making neither team the clear favorite to claim the Summoner’s Cup. Despite this, both teams put on impressive performances that culminated in an intense Grand Final.
KT Rolster’s Road to the Final
- Undefeated in the Group Stage
- Knockout Stage victories over CTBC Flying Oyster (3-0) and Gen.G Esports (3-1)
KT's run showcased their resilience and skill, earning them their place in the final against T1.
"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."
Both veteran teams elevated the Telecom War rivalry to new heights in an unforgettable final.
Author's summary: T1 sealed its historic third consecutive Worlds title by narrowly defeating KT Rolster 3-2, reinforcing its supremacy in one of esports’ longest rivalries.