BLG Stun T1 3–1 at Worlds 2026: Faker's Three-Peat Dream Ends as Gen.G Await in the Final
Bilibili Gaming (BLG) beat T1 3–1 in the second semifinal of the League of Legends World Championship (Worlds 2026) on Sunday, November 8, 2026, ending T1's run of three consecutive world titles and setting up a grand final against Gen.G on Saturday, November 14, at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. It was the first time in 13 years that a Chinese team beat T1 in a best-of-five series at Worlds — and it ended T1's streak of 13 consecutive series victories against LPL teams at the tournament.
BLG vs T1 Semifinal Result: How BLG Ended the Three-Peat
BLG won the best-of-five series 3–1 at the Credit Union of Texas Event Center in Allen, Texas, according to Dot Esports. No Chinese team had beaten T1 in a Worlds best-of-five since Royal Club in the 2013 final — a 13-year drought that covered 13 straight T1 series wins over LPL opposition. Faker, T1's legendary mid laner, admitted afterward that BLG were better prepared, according to tournament coverage.
The result ends T1's bid for a fourth consecutive world title. T1 had won the last three World Championships, and the loss marks the end of one of the most dominant runs in esports history.
Worlds 2026 Grand Final: Gen.G vs BLG on November 14
The grand final on Saturday, November 14, 2026, at Barclays Center in Brooklyn will feature two of the world's best mid laners: BLG's Knight and Gen.G's Chovy, both widely considered heirs to Faker's legacy. Gen.G reached the final by sweeping Invictus Gaming 3–0 in the first semifinal — read our full report on Gen.G's sweep of Invictus Gaming.
Worlds 2026: Tournament Recap So Far
Worlds 2026 has been held across the United States from October 15 to November 14, 2026, with 19 teams from six leagues — the LCK, LPL, LEC, LCS, LCP and CBLOL. The play-in stage ran October 15–18, the Swiss stage October 23–31, and the knockout stage November 3–8, with quarter-finals and semi-finals at the Credit Union of Texas Event Center in Allen. The final moves to Brooklyn's Barclays Center on November 14. For more on the Counter-Strike scene, see our report on the PGL Major Singapore 2026 team name changes.
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What the BLG Win Means for League of Legends
BLG's victory is a changing-of-the-guard moment. T1 and Faker have defined the modern era of League of Legends, and the LPL had not beaten them in a Worlds series since 2013. Now the final is an all-star mid-lane duel — Knight vs Chovy — with the Summoner's Cup on the line in Brooklyn. Check the latest esports coverage for full Worlds 2026 final preview details as November 14 approaches.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the score of BLG vs T1 at Worlds 2026?
BLG beat T1 3–1 in the second semifinal of Worlds 2026 on Sunday, November 8, 2026, at the Credit Union of Texas Event Center in Allen, Texas.
Who plays in the Worlds 2026 grand final?
Gen.G face BLG in the grand final on Saturday, November 14, 2026, at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York.
How long was T1's winning streak against LPL teams at Worlds?
T1 had won 13 consecutive series against LPL teams at Worlds, a streak dating back to the 2013 final against Royal Club. BLG ended it on November 8, 2026.
How many world titles in a row had T1 won?
T1 had won three consecutive World Championships before BLG ended their run in the 2026 semifinal.
Who are the mid laners in the Worlds 2026 final?
BLG's Knight and Gen.G's Chovy — two of the world's best mid laners, both considered heirs to Faker's legacy.
Where was Worlds 2026 held?
Worlds 2026 was held across the United States from October 15 to November 14, 2026, with the knockouts in Allen, Texas, and the grand final at Barclays Center in Brooklyn.
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