Pro news Reported August 9, 2026

Flandre joins Bilibili Gaming as its new top laner

Bilibili Gaming added Flandre after Bin temporarily stepped away, reuniting the 2021 world champion with former EDward Gaming teammate Viper.

Why it matters

The change gives the LPL Split 3 leader an experienced top-lane option while Bin is out of the active lineup. The report does not establish how long either arrangement will last.

What the sources establish

Strafe reports that Bilibili Gaming announced Flandre as its new top laner.
The move follows Bin’s temporary leave from competition.
Flandre and Viper previously won the 2021 World Championship together with EDward Gaming.
The report listed Bilibili Gaming at 7–1 in LPL Split 3 when it was published.

Reaction

You “You” Chang-Xin Bilibili Gaming manager

The manager said Bin requested a rotation after concerns about his form and mindset, denied rumours of internal discord, and said Flandre could add experience and tactical depth.

What is still unknown

Bilibili Gaming has not established how long Bin’s break or Flandre’s starting role will last.
The reported roster change is not linked here to an independently rendered Bilibili Gaming announcement.

Sources

Medium-high · direct report with an attributed team-manager statement

Strafe · Flandre Announced as Bilibili Gaming’s New Top Laner