In the current LCK Spring 2022, DWG KIA no longer resembles the defending champion of LCK 2021. After a tumultuous transfer period, DK is under significant scrutiny. From the players’ performance to their tactical issues and coordination, everything is up in the air. In fact, many fans believe that DK should change its name to “Canyon Gaming” since the performance of this jungler determines nearly 80% of the team’s success or failure.
Indeed, Canyon is one of the few names that has maintained stable performance at DK throughout this time. He still coordinates well with ShowMaker and his new teammates. However, particularly when needed, Canyon can completely shine on his own. The total MVP points reaching 1600 after the group stage of the LCK Spring 2022 is the strongest evidence of Canyon’s talent and the current dependence on this player by DK.
However, after the performance against Fredit BRION in the first BO5 match of the playoffs, DK showcased a brighter side. Canyon remains the spearhead, but players like Burdol, Deokdam, ShowMaker, and Kellin have also started to shine. The current atmosphere at DK is quite positive. Therefore, in the post-match interview after the game against BRO, Canyon confidently stated: “Even though T1 or Gen.G Esports are tough opponents, we will still defeat them.”
This Spring, T1 is a very strong team with an impressive record of 18 consecutive unbeaten matches. However, DK is one of the two rare teams that have nearly caused Faker and his teammates to experience defeat and have posed significant challenges for T1 in both the first and second rounds. Thus, Canyon’s confidence is entirely justified.
In the latest developments, T1 has chosen Kwangdong Freecs as their opponent for the Semifinals. Therefore, DK will face Gen.G in the other match. This will be a high-quality challenge for Canyon and DK before thinking about defeating T1 to defend their championship title.