Cloud9’s Top Laner, Balls, Secures Pentakill in Victory over Fnatic
In an intense game of League of Legends between rivals Cloud9 and Fnatic, top laner An “Balls” Le delivered a game-changing pentakill with Darius, securing the win for the North American side.
This incredible play in the final teamfight made all the difference as it allowed Cloud9 to take down Fnatic’s nexus, giving them an undefeated 3-0 record and placing them at the top of their group in the League of Legends World Championship.
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Not only did Balls’ pentakill secure the victory, but it also allowed him to silence all those who criticized his performance leading up to the event.
Prior to the World Championship, Balls faced criticism from analysts around the world due to his struggles in Korean solo queue. But despite being heavily targeted by the enemy team throughout the tournament, he has consistently performed well in every game. His Darius pick today was no exception, coming up big when it mattered.
In his post-game interview, Balls jokingly referenced his Diamond 2 practice and expressed gratitude for his team’s trust and the motivation from the criticism he received. His teammate, LemonNation, also backed him up by highlighting his dedication to solo queue practice.
With this victory, Cloud9 now holds the top spot in their group after four days of play and wins against ahq e-Sports Club, Fnatic, and Invictus Gaming. Their next battle against these three teams will determine their future in the tournament.
With a 3-0 record, two wins ahead of any other team in their group, Cloud9 is firmly in control, especially with Balls consistently making big plays.