On T1’s journey at the World Championship (Worlds) 2022, Faker’s role was immense. Not only the captain and leading figure of the young T1 team, Faker was also one of the brightest stars with performances that reminded fans of his early career. It can be said that T1’s success at T1 in Worlds 2022 is largely thanks to their legendary captain.
However, there is a reality that, despite shining in many matches, Faker has only received the MVP (Most Valuable Player) title once. That was during the match against EDward Gaming in the first round of the Group Stage. The other two T1 players who were awarded MVP at Worlds 2022 were the duo Gumayusi and Keria.
The fact that Faker has won fewer MVPs in the matches at Worlds 2022 has led some audience members and LPL media to undervalue the T1 captain. However, many T1 fans have pointed out that in the broadcasts of T1’s matches in LCK, Faker was awarded 3 MVPs by experts there. Yet in the LPL region, no one voted for Faker as MVP in those matches.
In reality, each region will have different thoughts and opinions when selecting an MVP. Even within one team, debates over MVP selections often occur. But specifically for Faker, many believe that the LPL region tends to diminish his role in T1’s lineup. Some fans even claim that the casters during matches involving T1 often provide biased commentary.
Nevertheless, Faker’s role and influence on T1 at Worlds 2022 is undeniable. Coming up, his opponent will be Zeka – a young player performing very well at Worlds 2022. At that time, Faker’s performance will surely be one of the decisive factors affecting the outcome of this historic final.