T1 – HLE: The opposite performance of the two teams
The confrontation between T1 and Hanwha Life Esports (HLE) on May 28 here is not merely a regular group group match, but a confirmation of T1 about the strong return after the early stages of the turbulent season. With a full and mental squad, T1 owns the essential elements to create a perfect “revenge” after a 0-2 defeat in the first leg.
T1 is in good form at the present
For his part, HLE is still one of the most formidable teams at the summer LCK 2025. They own a quality star with high mutations in the whole year: Zeus, Peanut, Zeka, Viper and Delight. However, the lack of stability in coordination and tactics in some recent matches is gradually becoming a weakness that can be exploited. Losing to rivals such as KT, DK or Gen.G recently showed that HLE has not reached the “cold” level needed to maintain the dominance in the tense period.
HLE is quite fluttering and recently loses DK
T1 is currently gradually showing revival. The lower duo sublimated, Gumayusi – Keria contributed greatly to T1's victory over BNK Fearx last week. In particular, Gumayusi also has the first Pom (Player of the Match) this season. Oner, with the ability to control the map closely, and Doran's certainty in the upper lane, creating a system that HLE will not easily penetrate. All 4 members can completely fill, if Faker is in trouble before Zeka.
Gumayusi – Keria is showing the lower duo of destruction
The decisive moment of both T1 and HLE
This is not just a battle because of the score. With T1, the victory will mean many times – not only the affirmation of the true strength of this squad but also a response to the bitter defeat in the first leg. More importantly, they can surpass HLE to occupy the second position on the rankings – a big advantage before entering the playoffs round.
Meanwhile, HLE is in a “tactical freedom” when it is firmly in the round. They can play with comfort, but it is also a double -edged sword: without the cohesion in each fight, they can completely be caught up in the strict control position that T1 is operating very well recently. Or HLE will make it difficult for T1 and win the final.
T1 is having a lot of determination and motivation but it is not subjective
A tense match, many variables, but T1 has enough motivation and tactical foundation to overcome the opponent worthy. This will be an important test for both, and the test for the team that is really ready to enter the most toughest period in the season.