Zhuo “knight” Ding is a Chinese professional League of Legends player, widely regarded as one of the most mechanically gifted and strategic mid laners in the game. Born on December 20, 2000, knight began his professional career with Young Miracles in the Chinese development league, the LDL, where he quickly rose to prominence due to his exceptional play.
Career Highlights:
Top Esports (2018-2022): Knight joined Top Esports (TES) in 2018, where he solidified himself as a top-tier mid laner in the LPL (League of Legends Pro League). His breakthrough came in 2020 when TES won the LPL Summer Split and reached the World Championship semifinals, a feat that put him on the global map as one of the best mid laners.
JD Gaming (2023): After his success with TES, knight moved to JD Gaming (JDG) in 2023, where he had one of his most dominant seasons. He helped JDG secure back-to-back LPL titles in Spring and Summer and also led the team to win the 2023 Mid-Season Invitational (MSI). However, despite his excellent performance throughout the year, JDG was eliminated by T1 in the semifinals of the 2023 World Championship.
Bilibili Gaming (2024-Present): In 2024, knight made a move to Bilibili Gaming (BLG), where he took on a leadership role, guiding his younger teammates. While the transition came with challenges, knight continues to be a central figure in BLG’s performance in the LPL, known for his versatile champion pool and high game IQ.
Playstyle:
Knight is known for his aggressive and lane-dominant style. His deep champion pool includes both control mages like Azir and Orianna, as well as more aggressive champions like Akali and LeBlanc. His ability to adapt to different metas and consistently outperform his lane opponents has made him a crucial player in any team he has played for. Knight also excels at making impactful plays in team fights, often dictating the outcome of crucial moments.
Achievements:
2020 LPL Summer Champion with TES
2023 MSI Champion with JDG
Multiple LPL Split Titles (2020, 2023)
Worlds Semifinalist (2020, 2023)
Knight’s versatility and understanding of the game continue to make him one of the most respected and feared mid laners in the professional scene, and he remains focused on winning the Summoner’s Cup at Worlds
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