G2 Esports Falls to DWG KIA in Worlds 2022 Group Stage Opener
In the opening match of the Worlds 2022 group stage, Cloud9 and Fnatic ignited their long-standing rivalry, while G2 Esports faced off against DWG KIA in a new-school grudge match. Although G2 and DWG KIA have split their previous games and matches evenly, DWG KIA emerged victorious in their first clash of Worlds 2022.
Early in the game, DWG KIA secured a crucial victory near the Rift Herald, paving the way for their dominant performance. G2 was unable to recover as DWG KIA accumulated gold and objectives, leading to a commanding lead of 10,000 gold. Ultimately, DWG KIA won the match in just 32 minutes.
Looking ahead, G2 will have to regroup and prepare for their next match against Evil Geniuses, while DWG KIA aims to continue their winning streak against JD Gaming.
ShowMaker Shines in the Match Against G2 Esports
ShowMaker, the star player of DWG KIA, delivered an outstanding performance against G2 Esports. With a perfect score of 8/0/4, ShowMaker played a pivotal role in securing victory for his team. Throughout the history of encounters between DWG KIA and G2, ShowMaker has consistently dominated, boasting an impressive KDA and champion damage share.
According to ShowMaker, G2 remains a strong team, but he believes that Western teams are generally easier to play against compared to their Asian counterparts.
A Look Back at the Rivalry Between G2 Esports and DWG KIA
This clash between G2 Esports and DWG KIA is the first since their semifinals showdown in Worlds 2020. While G2 had hoped for a second consecutive appearance in the world finals, DWG KIA denied their aspirations with a convincing 3-1 victory. Several core players from both teams, including Jankos, Caps, Canyon, and ShowMaker, have remained key figures in the rivalry.
By defeating G2 Esports in the opening match of Worlds 2022, DWG KIA has further solidified their standing in this intense rivalry.
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