The top lane in League of Legends features the most volatile matchups. This also makes it the lane that can bring out the highest level of mechanics in the game.
It is not a shock when some of the best players in League of Legends happen to be top laners as they possess an unbelievable amount of individual talent that help them demolish their opponents.
However, certain top laners stand out from the rest of the pack due to their clutch factor, game sense and otherworldly mechanics. Here are the best League of Legends top laners in the world.
1) Zeus
After a controversial move to Hanwha Life Esports, from T1, at the start of 2025, Choi “Zeus” Woo-je has solidified himself as the best League of Legends top laner in the world.
His ability to completely take over games with carry picks and consistently win out laning phases makes Hanwha Life Esports one of the scariest and most teams in the world.
His performance at First Stand 2025 was leagues above the rest of the competition, and there are very few that can match his level of play currently in LoL esports.
2) Kiin
Kim “Kiin” Gi-in continues to be a world class League of Legends top laner. As one of the more experienced top laners in the LCK, Kiin is a big reason for Gen.G remaining as top contenders in the LCK.
Kiin is proficient on hard carry champions. However, he is also great enabling other players in Gen.G such as Chovy and Ruler.
Kiin is a valuable asset to Gen.G, and one the roster will often rely upon to make deep runs in the LCK and, potentially, international events.
3) Flandre
Li “Flandre” Xuan-Jun has had a resurgence in form with Anyone’s Legend in 2025. Despite failing to make it to First Stand, Flandre had a great split on an individual level.
His fine form has continued in the Spring Split with dominant performances on champions like Gwen.
The former World Champions looks rejuvenated and is a focal piece for Anyone’s Legend’s chances at making it to MSI and Worlds.
4) Kingen
Hwang “Kingen” Seong-hoon has established himself as one of the best top laners in the LCK for the past few years.
Despite a disastrous showing at Worlds 2024, Kingen has bounced back well with the new Nongshim RedForce roster.
The 2022 Worlds Finals MVP has been a big presence in Nongshim’s rise as a Top 5 team in the LCK.
However, Kingen will have to continue playing at a great level to ensure Nongshim can maintain their stance as a top-tier LCK team.
5) Siwoo
Jeon “Siwoo” Si-woo has been one of the most hyped rookies heading into the 2025 LoL esports season and he has delivered so far with impressive performances in the LCK Winter Split.
Siwoo had phenomenal performances on champions like Ambessa and Jax. He often pulled off game-defining plays, which speaks to the skill ceiling the young prodigy has in store.
With an experience Dplus KIA roster around him with world champions like ShowMaker and BeryL, Siwoo is likely to continue being one of the best top laners in the world.
6) 369
While Top Esports were humiliated at First Stand 2025 with a 2-9 record, Bai “369” Jia-Hao was one of the few shining lights for the team.
His impressive ability to open up plays for his carries while able to pilot hard carry champs will always make him one of the most valuable top laners in the world.
Top Esports have returned to domestic domination in the Spring Split and to no one’s surprise, 369 has been having a strong split so far.
7) Canna
Canna did not have the greatest time in the LCK after his stint with T1. A horrible year with Nongshim RedForce and an average year with Dplus KIA saw the once-regarded Korean prodigy head to the LEC.
Under the Karmine Corp banner, Canna quickly became one of the top laners in the league. He has continued to maintain this spot and was a driving force for Karmine Corp’s impressive LEC 2025 Winter Split victory.
While the rest of Karmine Corp had ups and downs at First Stand 2025, Canna was the best and most consistent player for the Blue Wall throughout the event.
He has established himself as one of the best top laners in the world and will be an integral piece if Karmine Corp wants to secure more titles in the LEC and make waves at international events.
