Look Sports Media – T1 has secured their spot in the League of Legends World Championship semi-finals after a nail-biting 3-2 victory against Anyone’s Legend (AL) in a series that will be remembered for its dramatic swings and individual brilliance. The defending champions faced elimination after falling behind 1-2, but rallied with clutch performances to maintain their legacy against LPL opponents.
The series was a rollercoaster, with both teams showcasing moments of dominance and vulnerability. Lee "Faker" Sang-hyeok and his squad displayed resilience, forcing a decisive Game 5 after a tense Game 4. An Elder Dragon play ultimately sealed AL’s fate and propelled T1 into the next round.
Game 1: Gumayusi Shines as T1 Takes Early Lead
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The opening game began cautiously, reflecting the high stakes and AL’s recent inactivity. Both teams opted for conventional laning, with AL securing the Rift Herald and T1 claiming the first dragon. AL initially gained a slight gold advantage, but a pivotal teamfight reversed their fortunes. Faker, Gumayusi, and Keria orchestrated a dynamic chase into AL’s jungle, erasing the gold deficit. Gumayusi’s exceptional performance on Zeri, going 7/0/8, combined with Faker’s impact on Taliyah, fueled T1’s victory.
Game 2: AL Survives T1’s Comeback Attempt
Game 2 saw a more aggressive start from AL, with Hope securing an early first blood and Flandre’s Ambessa picking up two early kills. Despite T1 securing their first dragon, AL dominated the first teamfight. However, T1 mounted a comeback, acing AL in their jungle. AL regained their composure, securing Baron and pushing towards T1’s base, ultimately securing the win.
Game 3: AL Grabs Match Point in a Thrilling Contest
Game 3 was a back-and-forth affair, with both teams trading advantages. AL secured first blood, but T1 gained control of the map. AL’s builds came online, allowing them to reverse the game’s momentum. A chaotic fight around Baron saw Shank’s Yone obliterate T1, giving AL the advantage. AL secured Elder Dragon and finished the game, putting T1 on the brink of elimination.
Game 4: Gumayusi Carries T1 to Game 5
Facing elimination, T1’s win condition became clear: get Gumayusi ahead. He quickly established a significant CS lead. T1 secured an early four-for-two engagement, but Flandre’s Mordekaiser began to scale. However, T1 learned their lesson and targeted Flandre in every subsequent engagement, allowing Gumayusi to dominate. A quadra kill for Gumayusi sealed the game, forcing a decisive Game 5.
Game 5: T1’s Objective Control Secures the Series
In a fearless draft, both teams were pushed to the limits of their champion pools. T1’s poke-heavy composition made it difficult for AL to engage. T1’s early control allowed them to secure the first three dragons. AL contested Atakhan, but Faker sniped it from range. Oner stole the Dragon with his dying breath, giving T1 the Dragon Soul. AL fought back, securing an Ace at Baron. However, T1 won the Elder Dragon fight and secured every possible buff, ultimately dismantling AL’s base and winning the series.
T1 will now face Top Esports in the semi-finals. Despite their shaky performance in the Swiss Stage, T1 showed their true strength on stage. Gumayusi’s exceptional form was a key factor in their victory. For AL, it’s a disappointing end to a promising run.
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