On April 13, the Losers Bracket match of the 2024 LCK Spring Split playoffs will see Hanwha Life Esports taking on T1. It is a rematch of their recent playoff. This clash carries significant weight, as the winning team will not only progress to the Grand Finals but also secure a spot in the prestigious MSI 2024 tournament.
What? Hanwha Life Esports vs. T1, LCK Spring Split playoffs, lower bracket final. Winner proceeds to the grand final, loser is eliminated in third.
Gen.G emerged as the team securing a direct path to the Grand Finals in the 2024 LCK Spring Split playoffs. Their clash with Hanwha Life Esports in the Winners Bracket saw Gen.G dominating the series with a 3-1 victory. This win not only solidified Gen.G’s position in the Grand Finals but also guaranteed their participation in the 2024 Mid-Season Invitational.
During the LCK Spring 2024 regular season, Hanwha Life Esports impressively clinched third place with a remarkable 15-3 record, marking one of the team’s most outstanding performances in its history. It’s a rare achievement to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with powerhouses like T1, yet HLE managed to do just that during the LCK Spring 2024 season.
Hanwha Life Esports commenced their playoff journey with a victory against Freecs, as anticipated. However, their subsequent triumph over T1 came as a surprise to many. Despite their strong start in the playoffs, HLE faced a formidable challenge against Gen.G, who secured three consecutive wins after HLE’s initial victory in the series opener.
T1
In the Losers Bracket showdown, T1 delivered a commanding performance, sweeping Dplus KIA with a flawless 3-0 victory. This triumph propelled T1 into the final playoff round, keeping their championship aspirations alive, while Dplus KIA faced elimination after their second consecutive loss.
Despite a strong showing in regular season, T1 encountered some setbacks, finishing with a 15-3 record and securing third place. Their playoff journey began with a surprising defeat against Hanwha Life Esports, where they were unexpectedly shut out in a 0-3 loss. However, T1 quickly rebounded in the lower bracket, dominating their match against Dplus KIA with another decisive 3-0 victory. They now seek revenge for their previous defeat to HLE.
Previous LCK Spring Playoff Encounter
In the opening game, Hanwha Life Esports secured the first kill but relinquished their lead during a critical Dragon skirmish. Despite T1’s edge in Dragons, kills, and overall gold, Hanwha Life Esports displayed remarkable resilience. Leveraging Baron as bait, they enticed T1 into decisive team engagements and emerged triumphant, clinching victory in Game 1.
Moving to Game 2, Park “Viper” Do-hyeon’s Zeri racked up early kills, while Yoo “Delight” Hwan-joong’s Nautilus showcased exceptional roaming prowess. Despite T1’s efforts to resist, they couldn’t withstand the relentless assaults from Hanwha Life Esports. It resulted in another defeat for T1.
In Game 3, T1 opted for Kalista and Rumble in a bid to gain an early advantage through skirmishes. While they managed to initiate numerous fights, they struggled to establish a significant lead. Hanwha Life Esports were able to counter T1’s aggressive maneuvers, capitalizing on their opponents’ desperation and ultimately dismantling T1’s Nexus.
Prediction
T1 will be desperate to make amends for their previous defeat. They should have enough to beat HLE.
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