The 2024 Valorant esports season has culminated with the conclusion of Valorant Champions, showcasing the finest players in professional Valorant throughout the year.
The competitive landscape of the 2024 Valorant esports season saw emerging talents from teams like Gen.G, Team Heretics, EDward Gaming, and Sentinels ascend to prominence, achieving significant success both domestically and in major tournaments.
Even though some of the top players occasionally missed tournaments, the elite in professional Valorant had to be present at key events such as VCT Masters Madrid, Masters Shanghai, and Valorant Champions to make an impact.
This ranking is based primarily on the players’ performances in international tournaments and their statistics; however, factors such as their influence on team success and individual roles have also been taken into account.
Below are the average statistics for the leading players across their major tournament appearances, along with an explanation of why these players are recognized as the best in the world.
| Rank | Player | ACS | mortgage | K/D | ADR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | the cause | 195.6 | 0.7 | 0.95 | 128.1 |
| 9 | Meteor | 234 | 0.85 | 1.23 | 154.5 |
| 8 | T3ture | 236 | 0.83 | 1.15 | 150 |
| 7 | Wo0T | 218.8 | 0.77 | 1.1 | 141.4 |
| 6 | quotation marks | 229.2 | 0.83 | 1.18 | 152.5 |
| 5 | to whine | 255.9 | 0.9 | 1.2 | 164.1 |
| 4 | Get out | 258 | 0.89 | 1.25 | 166.2 |
| 3 | CHICHOO | 192.2 | 0.67 | 0.95 | 128.8 |
| 2 | Nothing | 217.3 | 0.76 | 1.15 | 146.6 |
| 1 | ZmjjKK | 251.1 | 0.86 | 1.06 | 159.7 |
10. the cause
f0rsaken has been a crucial player for PRX during the 2024 season.
As one of the most versatile players globally, f0rsaken from Paper Rex managed to deliver above-average stats while playing four different agent roles throughout the season.
His average statistics closely rival those of EDward Gaming’s CHICHOO, but unlike his counterpart, he showcased consistent performance across all three major VCT events without experiencing an early-season slump. f0rsaken’s impact on Paper Rex’s success cannot be overstated, as he remains a key player in their roster.
9. t3ture
t3ture emerged as a top player for Gen.G in 2024.
Gen.G and t3ture dominated the competition, reaching the Masters Madrid Grand Final and winning the Masters Shanghai event. Unfortunately, their success was hampered by an early exit at Valorant Champions.
Despite these setbacks, t3ture consistently performed as a top Duelist, ranking among the top five in average ACS, KPR, and K/D in this list. Though his team’s later elimination at the World Championship hindered his ranking, he remains one of the world’s prominent Duelists.
8. Meteor
Meteor transitioned effectively to a Sentinel role this season.
This year, Meteor evolved into a primary Sentinel while occasionally utilizing Duelist agents, concluding the season with stats akin to top entry players. His average ACS of 234 aligns closely with teammates like t3xture and Leviatán’s aspas, and his KPR is surpassed only by ZmjjKK and Derke.
As Gen.G’s dependable anchor, Meteor showed remarkable bravery, sometimes playing aggressively. A late-season collapse at Valorant Champions limited his ranking, though he proudly holds a Masters trophy.
7. Wo0T
Wo0t solidified his status as a top player this season.
Although Team Heretics faced staffing issues toward both Masters events, with Wo0t being absent from Madrid, he redeemed himself by stepping in as a Duelist at Shanghai and demonstrated his prowess at Champions.
While his average stats reflect a slight boost from a role change for one event, his capability to excel in both roles establishes him as a prominent player in 2024.
6. quotation marks
aspas remains among the world’s top players for more than two years.
The Brazilian Duelist delivered an outstanding season, earning the VCT MVP of 2024 title due to his performance across the circuit with Leviatán. While he didn’t start strong, missing Masters Madrid and exiting Shanghai early, his statistics remained impressive, keeping pace with other leading Duelists like zekken and ZmjjKK.
5. to cry
zekken claimed his first Masters title with Sentinels.
During the 2024 World Championship, zekken ranked in the top five for Average Combat Score, Average Damage Per Round, and Kills Per Round. Moreover, he performed in the top three for first kills to first deaths.
With a 27% clutch rate, zekken significantly contributed to his team’s success across multiple matches. His overall performance placed him second only to Derke in stats for the year, though his team’s failure to qualify for Masters Shanghai lowered his standing.
4. Get out
Derke exhibited statistical brilliance at Valorant Champions 2024.
Together with Fnatic, Derke triumphed in both EMEA Stages in 2024, finishing within the top eight at Masters Shanghai and Valorant Champions. His performance at the World Championship, complemented by consistent stats throughout the season, solidified his place on this list.
At Champions, Derke led in ACS, Kill/Death ratio, and Kills Per Round, averaging nearly one kill per round and matching zekken’s 27% clutch rate. Despite these achievements, Fnatic’s early playoff exits at both tournaments and their miss at Madrid hampered his ascent in the rankings.
3. CHICHOO
CHICHOO delivered a remarkable performance at Valorant Champions 2024.
CHICHOO rose to the top five players in the world primarily due to his incredible gameplay at Champions, averaging 217.9 ACS, with his annual average reaching 192.2.
His performance surpassed that of many Duelists while he played Controllers and Sentinels. Additionally, he showcased a 73% success rate in first duels in Attack at Champions, despite utilizing agents with limited escape options, making him a pivotal player for EDG.
2. Nothing
RieNs stood out as Team Heretics’ best player at Valorant Champions.
As part of the world’s most thrilling five-man squad, RieNs differentiated himself through exceptional frags in a role that typically yields fewer kills. His contributions as Sova, Gekko, and Viper accounted for over 20% of the team’s kills at Valorant Champions.
During the playoffs, he ranked in the top 10 across ACS, K/D, and ADR. As the season progressed, RieNs’ performance improved, culminating in a top-five K/D among all players on this list.
1. ZmjjKK
ZmjjKK’s gameplay has made him a captivating figure in Valorant.
Known for his top-tier skill, ZmjjKK showcased his prowess at Valorant Champions 2024, following impressive runs at both Masters Madrid and Shanghai. He finished within the top five at the World Championship across ACS, ADR, and KPR.
What truly set ZmjjKK apart at Valorant Champions was his extraordinary first-kill success rate of 0.24, significantly exceeding that of other players. Moreover, he was among the most aggressive players in the tournament, excelling in both volume and efficiency.
While zekken and Derke might have slightly better average stats, ZmjjKK is the only one among them to leave with a world title, underscoring his status as the leading player on the best team globally.
As the 2024 VCT season concludes, the esports scene gears up for rostermania, with even players featured on this list likely moving to new teams for the 2025 season.
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