So far, MSI 2023 has been a successful event. The first international League of Legends tournament of the year is off to a good start. The Play-Ins are over, and teams are preparing for the Bracket Stage. The draw revealed the matchups that would be played in the Bracket Stage.
There is a lot to look forward to when the MSI 2023 games begin on May 9, 2023. Moving on, the MSI meta has proven itself so far, with more to come in the Bracket Stage. This article will go through all of the top picked and banned champions in MSI 2023.
Most picked, banned champions at MSI 2023 so far
Aphelios
According to League statistic site Games of Legends, MSI has seen 64 distinct League champions thus far. During the first round of the event, one champion stood out above the rest: Aphelios was picked 13 times out of the 25 games played.
The ADC was especially popular with two players: PSG Wako and LOUD Route, who played five and four games, respectively. With just three bans on the board, Aphelios is likely to be selected again in the bracket stage.
Kennen
And, in terms of bans, Kennen and Vi are presently the two most prominent selections in the MSI meta, with 88 and 92 percent presence, respectively.
Kennen, in particular, is the MSI winner with the most win while maintaining a flawless win rate. Kennen has gained popularity at the end of the spring splits, particularly in the Eastern areas.
His ultimate deals massive AoE damage and can be a great teamfight starting tool, allowing him to completely destroy teams. Not to add that his ranged nature grants him a safe laning phase.
Vi
With Vi, despite the nerfs in Patch 13.7, the jungler’s ultimate makes her one of the most successful engagers in the game. She’s still tanky, and her synergy with Radiant Virtue is far too potent for teamfights, which are prevalent in professional play.
As the metagame has transitioned to a more skirmish and early-game-focused game, pro players have noticed Vi more, making her to have the highest presence in drafts.