LCK squads hold the strongest position for MSI 2026 due to dominant domestic results, including Hanwha Life Esports’ 11-1 record atop LCK Split 2 after Week 6 and solid contention from Gen.G and KT Rolster. This depth, combined with the region’s status as two-time defending international champions, drives the 67% trader consensus. LPL sides such as LNG Esports and EDG post high win rates in their split yet face tighter competition, leaving them at 29% implied probability. Global power rankings show the two Eastern regions nearly tied, but recent LCK momentum and bracket-stage experience widen the gap. Western and emerging regions remain capped below 3% by inconsistent form and historical head-to-head shortfalls against top Eastern competition.