World Champions T1 defeated Team Liquid Honda 3-1 in the 2024 League of Legends Mid-Season Invitational. T1 was heavily favored to win, with many predicting a swift victory, but TL’s performance surprised expectations, demonstrating their persistence and brilliance throughout the series.
In game three, the North American first seed raised their game even higher, exhibiting great resilience and strategic prowess. Despite T1’s more steady performance, TL’s aggressive fights earned them map dominance, and the squad even sneaked in a Baron buff under T1’s nose. With a well-timed push on T1’s base, TL capitalized on their momentum and secured victory, defying predictions of their swift demise.
In game four, T1 surged in like world champions, crushing TL over the Rift. They crushed TL in every area of the game, scoring more than 20 kills in less than 20 minutes in one of the tournament’s deadliest games to date. Fans had to wait until the final case to see T1’s aggression and determination, which set up their rematch with G2 Esports in the next round.
This 2024 MSI already gave fans worldwide matches to remember time and time again, and thanks to Team Liquid’s resilience, today was no different. It was an intense, entertaining spectacle that, despite not exhibiting the highest level of professional play, enthralled millions of viewers who tuned in to support their favorite side. The following few matches promise to provide viewers with an even more thrilling exhibition.