Jiizuke Leads Evil Geniuses to Victory in 2021 LCS Championship
The 2021 LCS Championship kicked off over the weekend with a dominant performance from Evil Geniuses against Dignitas in a 3-1 victory. Jiizuke, the team’s outspoken mid laner, has been in top form this season, earning a spot on the 2021 LCS Summer All-Pro first team. Yesterday, he shared a heartfelt statement on social media, reflecting on his past year and the challenges he has faced. [source]
Overcoming Mental Burnout and Resurgence
In his post, written in Italian and translated by Reddit user TheIdiotNinja, Jiizuke revealed that he struggled with mental burnout after being cut from Team Vitality in 2019 and being benched by EG in 2020. However, his faith in the team grew when Impact and IgNar joined as star players. With the addition of head coach Peter Dun, Jiizuke’s confidence soared as they shared the same vision for the team’s playstyle.
Impressive Performance in 2021 LCS Summer Split
This unity and shared vision translated into exceptional performance during the 2021 LCS Summer Split, with the team finishing with an impressive 18-9 record. Across the spring and summer splits, they achieved a combined record of 28-17, securing a solid third place in the overall yearly standings.
Jiizuke’s Evolution as a Mid Laner
Jiizuke has transformed himself into one of NA’s top mid laners this season, shedding his previous reputation as a “coinflip” player. He showcased controlled aggression and consistent play, ranking fourth in kills with a 3.6 KDA. Additionally, he dealt the highest average damage per minute to champions in his role, according to Oracle’s Elixir. [source]
In his post, Jiizuke also commented on former AD carry Deftly, stating that the team couldn’t succeed in the postseason with him as a weakness. Jiizuke humorously replied to a fan, saying that they now have Danny, referring to their new AD carry who replaced Deftly during the mid-year break.
Danny, a 17-year-old rising star, was named to the LCS Summer Split All-Pro second team. He showcased exceptional skill in the bottom lane alongside IgNar, leading the team in kills. With EG’s strong development system, Danny is expected to continue his growth and contribute to the team’s success. [source]
Next Challenge: Facing 100 Thieves
Evil Geniuses now prepares to face 100 Thieves in the next round of the LCS Championship. To secure a victory, they will need to unleash their strategic genius. Don’t miss the action when they take the stage on Saturday, Aug. 14.
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