In the past year, the competitive landscape of League of Legends has seen some major shifts. China emerged as the new dominant force, dethroning Korea at Worlds 2018. Meanwhile, Europe and North America had a resurgence, with the Western teams performing beyond expectations. As we head into the 2019 season, let’s take a look at the biggest roster swaps and their impact on the League community.
5) Bang to 100 Thieves
SK Telecom T1 had a rough year in 2018, and one of their standout players, Bang, decided to join 100 Thieves in North America. Bang brings valuable experience to the table, and his addition could make 100 Thieves a formidable force in the NA LCS.
4) GorillA to Misfits Gaming
Misfits Gaming had a disappointing year in 2018, but they have upgraded their roster with the addition of GorillA, one of the best supports in the world. This move could potentially make Misfits a strong contender in European League of Legends.
3) Jensen to Team Liquid
Team Liquid had a successful year, winning both the Spring and Summer Splits. However, they lacked a standout mid laner. With the addition of Jensen, who has proved himself internationally, Team Liquid now has the potential to be a dominant force in North America.
2) Caps to G2 Esports
Caps, Fnatic’s star mid laner, made a surprising move to G2 Esports. This roster swap brings together two of the best mid laners in Europe, Caps and Perkz, and creates one of the most exciting teams in European League of Legends history.
1) Mata to SK Telecom T1
SK Telecom T1, once the powerhouse of League of Legends, has struggled in recent years. But with the addition of Mata, a support carry with a storied past, SK Telecom T1 has the potential to regain their former glory and compete for the world title once again.
These roster swaps mark significant changes in the competitive landscape of League of Legends. Fans can look forward to an exciting and unpredictable 2019 season.