Patch 25.07 is loaded with impactful changes for top lane, including major adjustments to Yorick, nerfs to Gwen and Darius, and buffs to champions like Olaf, Shen, and Trundle. If you’re looking to climb in solo queue, knowing which top laners are rising—and which are falling—is essential.
Let’s break down the full top lane tier list, highlight the key patch changes, and show you which champions are best to ban and play in Patch 25.07.
| Tier | Champions |
|---|---|
| OP | Urgot, Kayle |
| Low Elo OP | Heimerdinger, Garen, Yorick |
| Best Bans | Gwen, Darius, Aatrox |
| S Tier | Singed, Poppy, Heimerdinger, Ornn, Vayne, Kennen, Kled, Ryze, Riven, Mordekaiser, Quinn, Olaf, Zac, Teemo, Cassiopeia, Malphite, Aatrox, Fiora, Sett, Warwick |
| A Tier | Gwen, Darius, Yorick, Wukong, Irelia, Karma, Cho’Gath, Vladimir, Rengar, Shen, Pantheon, Renekton, Camille, Volibear, Gangplank, Trundle, Gragas, Tryndamere, Nasus, Dr. Mundo, Garen |
| B Tier | Illaoi, Tahm Kench, Yone, Ambessa, Gnar, Aurora, Rumble, Akali, Sylas, Jax, Swain, Sion, Yasuo |
| C Tier | Jayce, K’Sante, Smolder, Udyr, Maokai |
🔹 Top Lane Meta Highlights – 25.07
🔺 Olaf Buffs (S Tier)
- E cast time scales with attack speed, leading to faster combos and more reliable damage.
- Results in higher DPS, especially after Stridebreaker.
➡️ Olaf firmly locks in as an S-tier bruiser pick this patch.
🔺 Trundle Buffs (A Tier)
- E cooldown reduced and slow increased.
- More utility and control in fights, especially early game.
➡️ He’s a stronger lane bully now, but not quite meta-defining.
🔺 Shen Buffs (A Tier ➝ S Tier Potential)
- Q now deals turret damage, giving Shen better split-push value.
- Strong side laner with global pressure through R.
➡️ Buff makes Shen more threatening, but we’ll keep him in A tier—for now.
🔻 Gwen Nerfs (OP ➝ S Tier)
- Q damage reverted to pre-buff values.
- W resistances lowered; AP scaling increased.
➡️ Riot overcorrects—Gwen drops out of OP tier, but she remains a strong S-tier pick.
🔻 Darius Nerfs (S ➝ A Tier)
- Base armor and E cooldown nerfed, reducing both durability and engage reliability.
➡️ Now more punishable in lane and less forgiving in trades.
🔄 Yorick Adjustments (A Tier, High Potential)
- Massive rework to passive, Q, E, and R.
- Mist Walkers no longer die to one-shot auto attacks.
- Q now spawns graves on champions and large monsters.
- E adds armor shred and works better with Black Cleaver.
- R deals more damage early, less late.
➡️ Yorick is more viable in high Elo, with a stronger early-mid game but slightly weaker scaling.
📌 We’re keeping him in A tier for now, with potential to move up depending on mid-patch data.
🔄 Singed Tweaks (S Tier Stability)
- Passive CD up, but Q AP ratio increased.
- R base stats slightly nerfed.
➡️ Minor adjustments—still strong in low Elo and maintains his S-tier spot.
🔹 Best Top Laners to Play in Patch 25.07
✅ Urgot (OP Tier)
A relentless lane bully with execution potential, true damage, and tons of tankiness.
✅ Kayle (OP Tier)
Scales into a late-game carry monster. If you can survive early, she 1v9s late.
✅ Olaf (S Tier)
With the new buff, his DPS is smoother, and he’s even more reliable in extended fights.
✅ Singed (S Tier)
High impact in low Elo, with unmatched map pressure and scaling damage.
✅ Mordekaiser (S Tier)
A juggernaut who can isolate and eliminate key targets. Consistent lane pressure and solo kill power.
🔹 Final Thoughts on Top Lane Meta – Patch 25.07
Patch 25.07 shifts top lane power slightly away from scaling tanks and juggernauts and back toward bruisers and early fighters.
✔️ Gwen and Darius drop in power, opening space for Olaf, Shen, and Yorick.
✔️ Olaf is a clear winner this patch—S-tier and climbing.
✔️ Yorick’s adjustments increase complexity and reward skilled players.
✔️ Kayle and Urgot stay dominant picks, especially in solo queue.
💬 Which top laner are you maining in Patch 25.07? Let us know in the comments!
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Frequently Asked Questions – Top Lane Tier List 25.07
Who are the best top laners in Patch 25.07?
Urgot, Kayle, Olaf, Singed, and Mordekaiser are among the strongest top lane champions this patch.
Is Yorick good after his rework in 25.07?
Yes, Yorick’s rework improves his early game and jungle potential. He’s currently in A tier but could rise depending on performance.
Why was Gwen nerfed again in 25.07?
Gwen was too strong after her 25.6 changes. Riot reverted her Q damage buff and reduced her base resistances.
Should I ban Darius in Patch 25.07?
While still strong, Darius has been nerfed again. He’s no longer a must-ban, but remains a threat in the right hands.
