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LCK Road to MSI Recap & Preview
The LCK Road to MSI kicked off with an intense best-of-five rematch between KT Rolster (KT) and Dplus KIA (DK), where KT showcased overwhelming dominance with a clean 3-0 victory. Continuing their momentum, KT faced Nongshim RedForce (NS) in the second round and delivered another commanding 3-0 sweep. Mid laner Gwak "Bdd" Bo-sung stood out with phenomenal performances, achieving a 17/3/20 KDA against DK and an even more impressive 25/4/32 KDA against NS, earning him Player of the Match (POM) honors in both series.
KT's next challenge comes against T1 on June 14, in what promises to be a thrilling encounter as they ride their current wave of dominance.
Gen.G (-201*) vs. Hanwha Life (+161*) - June 13, 2025
The LCK's top two teams, Gen.G and Hanwha Life Esports (HLE), will face off in a high-stakes best-of-five (BO5) match where the winner secures qualification for both MSI 2025 and the Esports World Cup 2025 (EWC).
Gen.G has dominated HLE in their two previous encounters this season while maintaining an impeccable 18-0 record—a testament to their consistency from start to finish. In contrast, HLE began strong but showed vulnerability in the later stages, suffering unexpected losses to KT and DK despite entering as favorites.
Mid-laner Jeong "Chovy" Ji-hoon has been the backbone of Gen.G’s success, earning 11 Player of the Match (POM) awards with 1,100 POM points—the highest among all LCK players. His stats speak volumes:
- Highest KDA, average kills, and assists among mid-laners
- Best CS/min, gold/min, and damage/min in his role
- Unmatched versatility, making him nearly unstoppable
With Gen.G sizeable favorites on the Money Line, their -1.5 Handicap at +115* presents a potentially profitable opportunity, given their flawless form and HLE’s late-season inconsistencies.
Bet: Gen.G vs. Hanwha Life odds
T1 (-135*) vs. KT Rolster (+111*) - June 14, 2025
T1 showed signs of resurgence in the second round of the season, climbing back to third place in the standings. However, their momentum stalled dramatically when they suffered consecutive sweeps against HLE and NS - results that have reignited concerns about their championship readiness heading into the playoffs.
Meanwhile, KT has been establishing themselves as the league's hottest team. Their impressive run began with a decisive victory over DK in the 5th/6th place tiebreaker, followed by another commanding win against DK in the Road to MSI tournament. KT capped off their surge with a dominant sweep of NS, demonstrating what appears to be their peak form at the most crucial stage of the season.
While the odds still favor T1 at -135*, KT presents compelling value at +111*. For those seeking lower-risk options, KT Handicap +1.5 at -195* offers a safer alternative given their current form and T1's recent vulnerabilities. This matchup may well come down to whether KT can maintain their explosive momentum against a T1 squad desperate to prove their late-season struggles were merely a temporary setback.
LPL Knockout Stage Recap and Preview
The LPL playoffs descended into madness last week as underdogs delivered shocking results. The biggest story has been Team WE's improbable Cinderella run, first toppling JD Gaming (JDG) as +465 underdogs before defeating regular season champions Top Esports (TES) at +299 odds. Their reward? A showdown against Invictus Gaming (IG) where they'll look to extend their miracle playoff streak.
The upsets didn't stop there. Anyone's Legend (AL) compounded the chaos by taking down tournament favorites Bilibili Gaming (BLG) in their upper bracket finals matchup, overcoming +179 pre-game odds. AL's victory reshapes the entire playoff landscape, proving no team is safe in this year's unpredictable LPL postseason.
Invictus (-172*) vs. Team WE (+139*) - June 11, 2025
IG's playoff journey began disastrously with a crushing 0-3 defeat against BLG that sent them to the lower bracket. However, they've shown remarkable resilience since, surviving a grueling five-game series against (FunPlus Phoenix) FPX before eliminating Weibo Gaming (WBG) 3-1 in a statement victory. Their Game 4 comeback against WBG particularly impressed, overcoming early deficits by capitalizing on opponents' mistakes - highlighted by Jungler Zhao "Jiejie" Lijie 's clutch Baron steal. The veteran support Tian "Meiko" Ye has also stabilized significantly, cutting down on unnecessary deaths while providing crucial teamfight presence.
Nobody could have predicted Team WE's shocking playoff surge after their mediocre sixth-place finish in the Rumble Stage. Yet here they stand, having already eliminated two titans – third place JDG and first place TES. Their Korean carries have been instrumental: mid-laner Kim "Karis" Hong-jo and AD carry Kim "Taeyoon" Tae-yoon have consistently delivered championship-level performances when it matters most. This squad has repeatedly defied expectations and betting odds, proving they're no fluke but legitimate contenders.
If you believe Team WE will stay hot, they are Money Line underdogs at +139*. For those anticipating a close battle, Total Maps Over 4.5 is priced at +164*.
Bet: Invictus vs. Team WE odds
*Odds subject to change
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