When it comes to the match between G2 and T1, the term “fate” might just be the most accurate description. Therefore, before MSI 2022 took place, the members of T1 talked a lot about “revenge” against G2. Meanwhile, G2 also expressed their eagerness to face T1 at MSI 2022. With a 1-1 tie in the Group Stage, the Semi-Final 2 match of MSI 2022 between G2 and T1 became even more anticipated.
In Game 1, T1 made a very smart choice by giving Faker an unexpected champion—Tristana—in the Mid Lane. Not only did it directly counter Caps’ Galio, but Tristana was also a fantastic map pressure tool as Faker continuously secured turrets and forced G2 into a passive position. As a result, G2’s aggressive combo of Galio – Jarvan IV – Pyke was pushed into a defensive stance, leading to a complete defeat for the LEC representative.
Moving to Game 2, the match was significantly more balanced as the gold difference between the two teams was not too large for most of the game. However, the turning point came from T1’s Bot Lane duo when Keria made a decisive Flash initiation to lock down Caps, while Gumayusi executed his ultimate perfectly to take down Flakked. This allowed T1 to win a crucial fight and secure Baron to end the game.
By Game 3, T1 wasn’t necessarily executing any overly complex strategy; they simply excelled at catching out and punishing G2’s mistakes. Oner performed exceptionally well in this match with a roaming Lee Sin, appearing at the right moments to secure many kills for T1. Consequently, T1 won quite easily. With this victory, T1 will face RNG in the Final of MSI 2022, which can be regarded as the “dream final” of this tournament.
