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T1 vs KT: Analysis of Faker's Comeback (Secrets to Overcoming a 13k Gold Deficit)
Through an analysis of the match between T1 and KT, we deeply analyze the factors that allowed T1 to overcome a 13,000 gold deficit and win. We emphasize that Faker's outstanding play, the organic cooperation between teammates, and the tenacity to not give up even in unfavorable situations were the main driving forces behind the victory.
1. 🤔 After an overwhelming Set 1, KT's counterattack and T1's crisis
- ✅ After T1's overwhelming victory in Set 1, questions were raised about the power gap with KT.
- ⚠️ In Set 2, KT countered, putting T1 in crisis.
00:00 - 00:29
1. 🤔 After an overwhelming Set 1, KT's counterattack and T1's crisis
- ✅ After T1's overwhelming victory in Set 1, questions were raised about the power gap with KT.
- ⚠️ In Set 2, KT countered, putting T1 in crisis.
00:30 - 01:31
2. 🧙♂️ Faker's Ryze Play Analysis: Damage Calculation and Jungle Intervention
- ✅ Faker changed the atmosphere of the Rift in just 2 minutes.
- ✅ Attempted one-sided damage trades after lane clear against BDD.
- ✅ Faker ignored the lane and landed a full combo.
- ✅ Created a solo kill through mana calculation for W skill usage.
- ✅ Entered deep into the enemy jungle and judged the possibility of winning a 3v3 fight.
01:32 - 01:58
3. ⚔️ T1's Jungle Invasion Strategy and Crisis Escape
- ✅ Utilizing Faker's mid lane advantage, they invaded deep into the enemy jungle.
- ⚠️ Faced a 4v3 counterattack crisis due to Perfect's joining.
- ✅ T1 quickly retreated, escaping the crisis without taking damage.
01:59 - 03:57
4. 🐉 Dragon Fight Analysis: T1's Strategic Movements and Aiming's Positioning
- ✅ T1 took the Dragon, while KT took the Rift Herald, both growing in strength.
- ✅ The CC champion compositions of both teams played an important role in the Dragon fight.
- ✅ Oner's deep positioning in the Dragon pit limited Cuzz's vision.
- ✅ Aiming failed to join the fight, while Peyz survived after dealing effective damage.
03:58 - 04:58
5. 🛡️ KT's Counterattack and T1's Vision Control Strategy
- ✅ KT started a counterattack by ambushing T1 in front of the Rift Herald.
- ✅ T1 retreated, but secured the first turret in the bot lane.
- ✅ T1 prepared for KT's ambush through vision control.
- ✅ Used Doran as a scout to identify enemy positions and draw aggro.
04:59 - 06:19
6. 🚀 T1's Surprise Attack Strategy and Individual Skill Usage
- ✅ T1 used champions that could cross the terrain to launch surprise attacks.
- ✅ Oner, Keria, and Faker's coordinated play quickly eliminated Cuzz.
- ✅ Doran and Keria showed off their individual skills, surviving and contributing to the team.
- ✅ Peyz avoided Seismic Shove with Arcane Shift, focusing on dealing damage.
06:20 - 07:38
7. 👁️🗨️ T1's Vision Control and Objective Control
- ✅ Keria deeply infiltrated and placed a ward in the enemy red buff bush, securing vision.
- ✅ Faker advanced to the enemy's second turret, applying pressure.
- ✅ T1 secured 3 Dragons, gaining an advantage in objective control.
- ✅ BDD landed Seismic Shove on Doran, but T1 took the multi-dragon.
07:39 - 08:31
8. 🤝 Doran and Oner's Cooperative Play: Persistent Ganking Success
- ✅ Doran and Oner used pink wards to identify Perfect's location and prepare for a gank.
- ✅ Perfect was caught off guard by the unexpected gank, allowing T1 to gain an advantage.
- ✅ Doran contributed to the team by widening the gap in the top lane.
08:32 - 08:56
9. 💥 Doran's Mega Gnar Transformation and T1's Baron Acquisition
- ✅ Doran transformed into Mega Gnar, landing a huge ultimate, contributing to the teamfight victory.
- ✅ T1 secured Baron, advanced to the bot lane, and ended the game.
08:57 - 10:12
10. 📉 KT's Fierce Pressure and T1's Crisis
- ✅ KT started to push fiercely in Set 2, focusing on Doran.
- ✅ Cuzz's successful gank and Peyz getting caught in the bot lane 2v2 fight delayed T1's ADC growth.
- ✅ Cuzz actively targeted the mid and bot lanes, preventing T1 from snowballing.
10:13 - 11:38
11. 😨 Kill Score 1 to 10, T1's Baron Burst Attempt
- ✅ With a kill score of 1 to 10, T1 attempted a Baron burst.
- ✅ BDD's Lulu desperately marked Doran, leading to T1's crushing defeat and the loss of Baron.
11:39 - 12:34
12. ⏳ Surviving Until Aphelios Completes 3 Core Items: T1's Defensive Strategy
- ✅ T1 had to survive for 10 minutes until Aphelios could get 3 core items.
- ✅ Doran and Oner actively went out to harass the enemy, buying time.
- ✅ T1 gave up 4 kills for free and allowed the second Baron.
- ✅ Doran pushed the bot lane as much as possible, slowing down KT's offensive.
12:35 - 13:06
13. Teleport Usage and Baron Time Management
- ✅ When BDD tried to catch Doran from behind, Doran teleported back to base.
- ✅ If BDD hadn't been distracted by Doran and had joined the main force, T1 would have lost.
- ✅ If Doran hadn't pushed the bot lane, they would have been pressured from three directions simultaneously.
13:07 - 14:26
14. 🤔 KT's Passive Offense and T1's Counterattack Preparation
- ✅ KT only pushed the mid inhibitor and returned to base, launching a passive offensive.
- ✅ T1 waited for the Baron time to end, preparing for a counterattack.
- ✅ KT's passive offensive gave T1 an opportunity to grow.
14:27 - 15:29
15. Elder Dragon Teamfight Reverse Sweep
- ✅ With the Elder Dragon appearing at 36 minutes, T1 prepared Peyz's Jinx build completion and the final showdown.
- ✅ The teamfight started with Doran engaging on Aiming, and Oner maintained a backline position with his ultimate.
- ✅ Keria immediately freed Peyz with Mikael's Blessing.
- ✅ Oner succeeded in stealing the Elder Dragon, and Peyz unleashed damage.
15:30 - 16:16
16. After Elder Dragon, T1's Macro and Overcoming Crisis
- ✅ Oner, empowered by the Elder Dragon Soul, cut off Aiming, and Peyz pushed from behind.
- ✅ When the third Baron spawned, Doran and Faker stopped KT's 2-man backdoor attempt.
- ✅ Doran joined the Baron side after winning the 2v2 skirmish, allowing T1 to secure Baron.
- ✅ Doran was caught during the retreat after taking Baron due to KT's ambush, but Peyz and Keria's mechanics helped overcome the crisis.
16:17 - 17:35
17. Final Teamfight, T1's Great Comeback Victory
- ✅ KT, trusting in the power of the Elder Dragon, initiated the final engage, but Oner protected Peyz.
- ✅ Peyz dealt free damage, melting Cuzz.
- ✅ Doran used Flash to catch Aiming.
- ✅ T1 overcame a 13,000 gold deficit and achieved a great comeback victory.