HLE Advances to Face KT in LCK Playoffs
Hanwha life e-Sports (HLE) secured a victory against T1 in the second round of the ‘2025 LCK’ playoffs on September 14th. This win puts HLE one step closer to the championship and sets up a match against KT.
The first game of the series saw HLE fielding a composition of Aurora, Poppy, Oriana, Lucian, and braum. T1 countered wiht Sion, Jarvan IV, Galio, caitlyn, and Nami.
HLE drew first blood and quickly established an early advantage by securing the first dragon. T1 responded by winning a fight for the Rift Herald, gaining a temporary lead in objectives.
Despite T1’s Herald advantage, HLE maintained a strong economic lead. The turning point came during a teamfight around a neutral objective, which HLE decisively won. this allowed them to secure Baron Nashor, significantly increasing their chances of winning.
T1 attempted to leverage their dragon soul stacks, but HLE denied them the completion of the soul by winning another dragon fight. HLE continued to press their advantage, securing a second Baron Nashor at the 31-minute mark and pushing towards T1’s base, destroying multiple structures.
Although T1 managed to stall the inevitable for a short time, HLE’s overwhelming advantage proved too much to overcome. HLE ultimately destroyed T1’s Nexus, winning the first set with a score of 1-0.
Key Takeaways
- HLE’s strong early game and objective control allowed them to build a notable economic lead.
- Winning key teamfights around Baron Nashor proved crucial for HLE’s victory.
- HLE successfully denied T1’s attempt to complete the Dragon Soul,further solidifying their advantage.
- HLE will now face KT in the next stage of the LCK playoffs.
FAQ
- What is the LCK?
- The League of Legends Champions Korea (LCK) is the top-tier professional League of Legends league in South Korea.
- What is the importance of the Dragon Soul?
- The Dragon Soul is a powerful buff granted to the team that secures four dragons, providing a significant advantage in teamfights and objective control.
- Who will HLE play next?
- HLE will face KT in the next round of the 2025 LCK Playoffs.