HLE Shockingly Upset Leaves Fans in Disbelief
Facing an inconsistent and arguably weaker opponent, Hanwha Life Esports was expected to secure a decisive victory and maintain their undefeated streak in the First Stand 2025 group stage. However, in game 2, HLE allowed their opponents to make one of the most remarkable comebacks in First Stand 2025.
The situation became even more intense when KC’s Nexus was nearly completely “empty”. HLE even had the Water Dragon Soul – one of the strongest dragons in professional League of Legends today, along with a massive gold lead. Therefore, when KC managed to successfully defend and win team fights repeatedly, culminating in the end of the match, no one could understand what had just happened.
Across many forums, the community erupted in response to KC’s spectacular comeback. Some even expressed regret that KC was eliminated from First Stand 2025 after only defeating Top Esports until now. And in the deciding match, KC had to face off against the extremely strong HLE.
KC Can Hold Their Heads High Leaving the Tournament, HLE Has Much to Improve
Of course, HLE’s performance throughout the previous matches has caused some concern among fans. In game 2 against KC, the LCK representative allowed their opponent to “turn the tables” due to overconfidence. If not for KC’s self-inflicted difficulties with their challenging picks and bans in game 3, HLE could have faced a bitter defeat.
The LEC representative can certainly hold their heads high as this was their final match in First Stand 2025. Of course, KC still has a chance if, in the final matches, TES cannot defeat CBTC Flying Oyster, but this possibility is extremely low. Nevertheless, KC delivered stunning performances and deserved to represent one of the most unpredictable regions in professional League of Legends.