Tian

Tian, born Tian-Liang Gao, is a Chinese jungler widely regarded as one of the most decorated players in the League of Legends Pro League at his position. The 25-year-old plays for Top Esports, and his place in League history is secure: he won the sport’s biggest prize as part of a standout run with his previous team.

Credentials Earned on the Biggest Stage

Only a handful of active junglers can match Tian’s record. His defining moment came when he was voted most valuable player of a World Championship final, a display that proved he could raise his game when everything was on the line. That knack for delivering in high-pressure matches has stayed with him across his career, and rival teams still plan their approach around it.

Playstyle and Champions

Tian is a textbook modern carry jungler. He pushes hard from the opening minutes, sets the pace of the map through aggressive routes, and makes firm calls on objectives. His champion choices match that approach. Lee Sin is his trademark pick, a demanding champion that rewards precise skirmishing. Viego brings snowball power in team fights. Vi and Xin Zhao complete the group, both built for committing hard and locking onto a target to pull apart the enemy backline.

The jungle suits Tian’s natural instincts. The role calls for constant map awareness, quick gank decisions, and the patience to balance farming against proactive play. His strongest games come from relentless early pressure that compounds across all three lanes, leaving the opposition little room to recover before the advantage tips toward his side.

What Lies Ahead

Tian now plays for Top Esports, one of the most ambitious organizations in the LPL, and he is looking to add new achievements to a career already full of them. At 25, he blends veteran know-how with reflexes that are still quick enough for the top tier, and his track record in front of huge audiences is a valuable asset for any roster. As long as he keeps bringing that championship-level intensity to the Rift, he will remain one of the most respected and feared junglers in Chinese League of Legends.