The BO5 legend! T1 came back from a 1-2 deficit to defeat DK! They will face HLE in the K Cup final!

In League of Legends tournaments, some teams can win in BO1 or BO3 matches, but BO5 series bring many unpredictable moments. Playing the full five games challenges players’ physical endurance, stamina, and pressure management! One such team is T1, the team with the most World Championship titles in LoL history. They have repeatedly proven their ability to endure BO5 battles, always managing to adjust their mindset and performance to stage comebacks when behind. Recently, at the 2025 KeSPA event, T1 once again showcased their comeback prowess by overturning a 1-2 deficit against DK in the losers’ final, even managing to come back from an 8,000 gold disadvantage in the decisive BO5 match. This is the power of T1 — the true gods of BO5. Many fans watching this felt that T1 is likely to claim the S16 World Championship again!

In the previous semifinals, T1 lost 1-2 to HLE and dropped to the losers’ bracket. Meanwhile, HLE defeated DK 3-2 in the winners’ final. Although DK lost, their overall team rhythm and performance remain promising. In fact, Gumayusi mentioned in an interview that he favored DK over T1 in their matchup. However, T1 proved themselves with this performance, aiming to return to the K Cup final stage to face HLE once more. This rematch between two longtime rivals also features the old duo Gumayusi and Keria facing off again! Looking back at the BO5 between T1 and DK, DK actually played very well. This season, DK maintained a strong top-mid-jungle synergy, and their bottom lane welcomed former T1 AD carry Smash. Their early game was always lively, though they lacked some late-game teamfight finishing power. Overall, they remain a team to watch!

As for T1, they still struggle with early game tempo and often lose lane phases, but their teamfight execution is excellent, thanks to a solid teamfight command system. Peyz performed impressively as well; whenever given a major core champion, he can help the team catch up and turn the game around. The next match will be the final between T1 and HLE. Who will claim the title? Who will be right or wrong? Let’s wait and see!