The two semifinal matches of the LCK Spring 2022 unfolded with quite contrasting developments. While T1 continued to set the record for the fastest BO5 in LCK playoff history, the match between DWG KIA and Gen.G Esports was much more dramatic. In their match, the Gen.G players were almost eliminated if it weren’t for a miraculous comeback in the decisive phase.
Both matches drew significant attention from the global League of Legends community. In T1’s match, viewers were eager to see how Faker and his teammates would extend their winning streak. Meanwhile, the other semifinal between Gen.G and DK determined which team would take on the overwhelming strength of T1 at this moment.
After witnessing the developments of both semifinal matches, most of the League of Legends community believes that Faker and his teammates are almost certain to become champions. This is because while T1 played quite comfortably and still has many strategies yet to be revealed, Gen.G struggled much more. Especially, if it weren’t for the late-game mistakes from DK and the exceptional moments from Chovy and Ruler, Gen.G might have faced defeat.
Not only the audience but experts and players also do not have a high opinion of Gen.G’s chances of victory. A notable example is Doinb – the mid-laner of LNG Esports. After watching the match between DK and Gen.G, he frankly stated: “I watched the DK – Gen.G match. After watching it, I can only say that the game is too easy for T1. No matter which team makes it to the finals, T1 will dominate. If they play like they did today, they have no chance against T1.”
Indeed, in their matches, both DK and Gen.G revealed many issues. In contrast, T1 is approaching perfection as a team, from their play style to their coordination. They may not have a star-studded lineup like Gen.G, but T1 has certainly studied the match between DK and Gen.G closely. Therefore, it would not be surprising if Faker and his teammates become the most perfect champions in League of Legends history with a 20-match unbeaten streak after the LCK Spring 2022 Finals against Gen.G.