Just hours ago, T1 defeated G2 Esports in the second semifinal match of MSI 2022. In fact, rather than a tense battle that could extend to 5 games as most of the League of Legends community predicted, this match turned out to be incredibly swift. G2’s efforts were limited to game 1. After suffering a complete defeat, in games 2 and 3, the LEC representative had no choice but to “surrender”. Game 3 even clearly showcased G2’s helplessness and T1’s destructive power.
After this victory, one thing is certain: the form and mentality of the T1 players are soaring. Particularly, in the post-match interview, AD Carry Gumayusi seemed to have lifted the psychological pressures since the Rumble Stage and regained his familiar confidence. Despite the fact that T1’s next opponent is Royal Never Give Up – the defending champion of the MSI tournament and currently in great form, Gumayusi showed no fear. He made a highly provocative statement, implying he would annihilate RNG. This declaration was so intense that even Faker had to remind his younger teammate.
However, the fact that Gumayusi could regain his confidence might just be the key to help T1 clinch the championship at MSI 2022 this time. The current meta still revolves around AD Carries. Moreover, Gumayusi is an incredibly talented player and his next opponent will be GALA – the experienced AD Carry of RNG. Without confidence, Gumayusi would surely struggle against the GALA – Ming combo from RNG. These two players have skills and experience far surpassing Flakked – Targamas of G2.
But anyway, Gumayusi’s statement was indeed quite intense. RNG is by no means weak, and in the Rumble Stage, they had an even score of 1-1 with T1. For a team like RNG, even a small mistake could cost the entire game. Therefore, Gumayusi and the entire T1 team need to be very careful and focused, if they do not want to face regret after the MSI 2022 finals.