Olaf is turning into one of the scariest picks in the LCK 2026, with a streak of 9 consecutive victories. From a champion that was almost unheard of in the competitive meta, the Berserker has suddenly returned with full force, causing even elite teams such as T1, Gen.G, and HLE to tread carefully.
The professional League of Legends meta is always shifting rapidly, and Olaf is one of the most striking examples recently.
According to recorded statistics in the LCK 2026, Olaf has maintained a 9-game winning streak, without suffering a single loss during this period. This count only includes LCK matches, not Challengers or KeSPA Cup games.
This achievement is particularly impressive given that the LCK brings together many top-tier teams and players from around the world. What’s more notable is that Olaf doesn’t have an overly complex kit, yet he is extremely effective in the current meta.
Olaf's greatest strength lies in his ability to charge straight into the enemy team and chase down backline carries.
His ultimate allows him to shrug off crowd control effects, while his sustained damage and self-healing make him very difficult to take down quickly.
If he gains an advantage during the laning phase, Olaf can turn into a "tank" that barrels straight toward the enemy AD Carry or Mage. Using crowd control to protect the carries becomes significantly harder as well.
This trait is causing many LCK teams to struggle to find a truly effective counter.
Not only in the LCK, but Olaf is also making an impact in the LPL. However, the win rate of this champion in the Chinese region is only around 58%, indicating that there are still some ways to deal with him.
The difference further highlights Olaf's perfect streak in Korea. In the hands of top laners who can create advantages and teams that know how to support him, this champion can become an extremely hard-to-control asset.
With the 2026 World Championship approaching, Olaf will likely be closely monitored. If his current strength doesn't decrease, Riot Games may have to consider adjustments before the patch for the biggest tournament of the year.
From a rarely-seen champion, Olaf has now become a pick that every LCK team must pay special attention to right from the draft phase.