Team Liquid Aims for Second Aegis at The International 11
Each team competing at The International 11 has its own goal of lifting the Aegis on the final stage. Team Liquid has showcased their determination by dominating the Lower Bracket and securing a top-four spot. In an interview with Jaxon.gg, Team Liquid expressed their desire to face Team Secret in the Last Chance Qualifier Grand Final.
According to Zai, a player from Team Liquid, playing against Team Secret in the finals would create an exciting storyline. Both teams have come from the Last Chance Qualifiers, making it a compelling match for Matumbaman, the retiring player, and the TI11 tournament in general.
One of the main storylines of The International 11 revolves around Matumbaman’s final year before retiring from Dota 2. This has become a significant motivation for Zai to win the tournament and lift the Aegis. It is also a personal interest for Zai to achieve this feat.
Zai stated that winning would hold great importance to him, as it is the main reason for continuing to play. With less than two weeks left of Matumbaman’s Dota career, Team Liquid is determined to go as far as possible within this limited time.
In the upcoming match at The International 11, Team Liquid will face Team Aster, a team that has surprised everyone with their strong performance. Team Aster has defeated LGD.PSG and Team Liquid, proving their capabilities. Zai emphasized the need to not underestimate Team Aster in the Lower Bracket matchup, considering their strong players and strategies.
Regardless of being from China, Zai believes that Team Aster is a formidable team with strong individual players and solid strategies, highlighting their consistent performance throughout the season.
In contrast to their 13th-16th place finish at The International 10, Team Aster has shown significant improvement in 2022. Their teamwork and gameplay have established them as strong contenders for the championship. Despite this, Zai remains confident in Team Liquid’s ability to win the rematch against Team Aster.
Zai expressed Team Liquid’s confidence, derived from their momentum in the Last Chance Qualifiers and their performance in the group stage. They believe in their abilities and are working hard to achieve their goals.
The International 11 is heading towards an exciting and record-breaking conclusion as the final four teams compete for the Aegis this Finals Weekend. The rematch between Team Liquid and Team Aster will take place on Saturday, Oct. 29. This will be followed by the Upper Bracket Final between Team Secret and Tundra Esports. Finally, on Oct. 30, both the Lower Bracket Final and the Grand Final will determine the winner of Dota 2’s The International 11.