According to a recent report on NAVER, Lee “Faker” Sang-hyeok, the legendary midlaner for T1, commands a salary that rivals the entire Gen.G roster. While Gen.G’s entire team reportedly earns around $6 million USD(~₱350 million PH pesos), Faker’s salary matches this figure, underscoring his immense value to the organization.
Faker’s unparalleled skill and global recognition bring T1 significant benefits beyond the rift. As the greatest League of Legends player of all time, his presence attracts sponsors, merchandise sales, and increased attention. T1’s investment in Faker is not just a reward for his past achievements but also a strategic move to capitalize on his ongoing impact.
Gen.G’s Cost-Effective Dominance against T1 Faker’s salary
Despite being one of the LCK’s most dominant teams, Gen.G’s salary expenses are surprisingly modest. Rumor has it that star jungler Canyon agreed to a significant pay cut when he joined the team last year.
Hanwha Life’s substantial investment at the end of 2023 has fueled Gen.G’s competitive drive. Their recent victory over HLE in the LCK Summer Split demonstrates the effectiveness of this strategy.
LCK Salary Estimates for 2024
Here’s a breakdown of estimated salaries for top LCK teams in 2024:
- KT Rolster: 3 billion won (~$2.3 million USD/~130 million pesos)
- T1: 10 billion won (~$7.5 million USD/~420 million pesos) Some reports suggest a higher figure of ~$11.3 million USD
- Hanwha Life: 10 billion won (~$7.5 million USD/~₱420 million pesos)
- Gen.G: 7-8 billion won (~$5.3-6 million USD/~₱300 million pesos)
- Dplus KIA: 6 billion won (~$4.5 million USD/~₱250 million pesos)
