Bilibili Gaming (BLG) has made significant roster moves for the 2026 League of Legends Pro League (LPL) season, officially announcing the signing of star AD Carry Park "Viper" Do-hyeon and the return of jungler Peng "Xun" Li-Xun. These acquisitions signal BLG’s strong ambition to reclaim domestic dominance and achieve international success after a disappointing 2025 World Championship exit.
Key Takeaways
- Bilibili Gaming has signed former World Champion AD Carry Park "Viper" Do-hyeon.
- Jungler Peng "Xun" Li-Xun returns to BLG after a stint with JD Gaming.
- The team aims to rebound from their early exit at the 2025 World Championship.
- Core players Zhuo "Knight" Ding and Luo "ON" Wen-Jun have extended contracts through 2027.
Viper’s Return to the LPL
Viper, a highly decorated player, makes a return to the LPL after three years with Hanwha Life Esports in the LCK. During his previous tenure in China with EDward Gaming in 2021, Viper achieved remarkable success, winning the LPL Spring MVP, Rookie of the Year, the LPL Summer Championship, and the World Championship. His move to BLG ends Zhao "Elk" Jia-Hao’s three-year partnership with support Luo "ON" Wen-Jun. Viper expressed a strong desire to challenge himself on a new stage and continue his growth as a player.
Xun’s Homecoming
Peng "Xun" Li-Xun rejoins Bilibili Gaming, the team where he previously reached the MSI finals in 2023 and 2024, and the 2024 World Championship final. After a mixed 2025 season with JD Gaming, where the team struggled to find stability, Xun returns to a familiar environment. He is expected to reunite with mid laner Zhuo "Knight" Ding, forming a potent partnership that has seen success in the past.
Assembling a Championship Roster
BLG is looking to rebuild its strength following an early elimination from the Swiss Stage at the 2025 World Championship, despite winning the LPL third split. The organization has secured key players for the future, with Knight and ON extending their contracts until 2027. While the top lane position remains somewhat uncertain, Chen "Bin" Ze-Bin is expected to remain with the team. The confirmed 2026 roster currently stands as:
- Top Lane: Chen "Bin" Ze-Bin (Expected)
- Jungle: Peng "Xun" Li-Xun
- Mid Lane: Zhuo "Knight" Ding
- AD Carry: Park "Viper" Do-hyeon
- Support: Luo "ON" Wen-Jun
With the addition of Viper and the return of Xun, BLG is poised to be a formidable contender in the 2026 LPL season, aiming to once again compete for both domestic and international titles.
Sources
- Sheep Esports – LoL – LPL: Viper joins Bilibili Gaming, Sheep Esports.
- BiliBili Gaming brings back Xun and signs Viper to 2026 lineup, Esports Insider.
- Sheep Esports – LoL – LPL: Xun re-joins Bilibili Gaming, Sheep Esports.
