Since its inception in 2011, the League of Legends World Championship (commonly referred to as Worlds) has grown into one of esports’ most prestigious and globally watched tournaments. Organized annually by Riot Games, Worlds brings together the top teams from various competitive regions to compete for the Summoner’s Cup. Over the years, champions have emerged from Europe, China, Korea, and Southeast Asia, but none have matched the consistent excellence of South Korea’s LCK. Below is a detailed record of past champions, their regions, and key milestones in Worlds history.

Complete List of League of Legends Worlds Winners (2011–2024)

2011 – Fnatic (Europe – EU/LEC)
2012 – Taipei Assassins (LMS – now PCS)
2013 – SK Telecom T1 (LCK)
2014 – Samsung White (LCK)
2015 – SK Telecom T1 (LCK)
2016 – SK Telecom T1 (LCK)
2017 – Samsung Galaxy (LCK)
2018 – Invictus Gaming (LPL)
2019 – FunPlus Phoenix (LPL)
2020 – DAMWON Gaming (LCK)
2021 – EDward Gaming (LPL)
2022 – DRX (LCK)
2023 – T1 (LCK)
2024 – T1 (LCK)

Title Totals by Region (Updated Through 2024)

LCK (South Korea): 10 titles – SK Telecom T1/T1 (2013, 2015, 2016, 2023, 2024), Samsung White (2014), Samsung Galaxy (2017), DAMWON Gaming (2020), DRX (2022)
LPL (China): 3 titles – Invictus Gaming (2018), FunPlus Phoenix (2019), EDward Gaming (2021)
EU/LEC (Europe): 1 title – Fnatic (2011)
LMS/PCS (Taiwan/HK/Macau/SEA): 1 title – Taipei Assassins (2012)

Key Highlights, Legacies, and Regional Trends

T1 and Faker: The Dynasty of Legends

T1 is the most decorated organization in Worlds history with five titles, won in 2013, 2015, 2016, 2023, and 2024. At the core of this dynasty is legendary mid laner Lee “Faker” Sang-hyeok, often regarded as the greatest player in League of Legends history. His unrivaled consistency and dominance across multiple eras have made him synonymous with competitive excellence.

LCK’s Continued Supremacy

The LCK has been the world’s strongest competitive region, capturing 10 of the 14 World Championship titles. It saw peak dominance from 2013 to 2017 and again in 2023–2024, with elite organizations like T1, Samsung Galaxy, and DAMWON Gaming leading the charge. Their structured team strategies, discipline, and emphasis on macro play set the regional standard for excellence.

The Rise of the LPL

While the LCK has historically led, China’s LPL emerged as a serious contender between 2018 and 2021. With aggressive playstyles and high-tempo strategies, teams like Invictus Gaming, FunPlus Phoenix, and EDward Gaming brought global titles to the LPL, paving the way for one of the most entertaining regional metas.

Historic Upsets and Early Impact

Fnatic’s 2011 victory at DreamHack set the tone for competitive League of Legends, while the 2012 win by the Taipei Assassins remains one of the tournament’s great underdog stories. The LMS region, later merged into the PCS, hasn’t recreated comparable success in modern eras but retains a unique legacy in League history.

Global Growth of Worlds

Worlds has evolved from a grassroots competition into a global spectacle, with venues like the Staples Center, Accor Arena, and Beijing National Stadium hosting the finals. Elaborate opening ceremonies, skyrocketing viewership, and mainstream media attention have cemented its status as a premier event in esports. For a full timeline of each event, visit Liquipedia and Wikipedia.

Frequently Asked: Quick Facts on Worlds

Which team has won the most World Championships? T1, with five titles (2013, 2015, 2016, 2023, 2024).
What regions have lifted the Summoner’s Cup? LCK (South Korea), LPL (China), EU/LEC (Europe), and LMS/PCS (Taiwan/Hong Kong/Macau/SEA).
Has North America’s LCS ever won Worlds? No. NA teams have reached semifinals in the modern era but have yet to secure a championship. Notably, Season 1 finalist aAa was from the EU region.