Zeus Leads HLE to Victory as Former Team T1 Exits LCK Cup 2025

Zeus Leads HLE to Victory as Former Team T1 Exits LCK Cup 2025

By Marcus Chen

February 20, 2025 at 12:58 PM

Professional esports player Zeus in headset

Professional esports player Zeus in headset

In a dramatic LCK Cup 2025 playoff series, HLE defeated T1 in a thrilling 3-2 victory, led by former T1 top laner Zeus. The series showcased the impact of the new Fearless Drafts format and highlighted significant roster changes affecting both teams.

Key Series Highlights:

  • HLE dominated game one
  • T1 equalized on blue side in game two
  • Faker debuted Mel mid and Keria played first-time LeBlanc in game three
  • Game four saw T1's strong showing despite HLE's Diana-Yasuo combo
  • Zeus's Olaf secured the decisive game five victory

Korean esports player competing at LCK

Korean esports player competing at LCK

Notable Impact:

  • Zeus, who left T1 for HLE in the offseason, earned player of the match
  • T1 will miss the first-ever Fearless Drafts First Stand tournament
  • Gumayusi's absence continues, with academy player Smash filling the ADC role
  • T1's next opportunity comes in the regular LCK season and MSI 2025 qualification

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