Tactical crush! T1 defeated IG 4-1 to advance to the main competition

On October 15th, the promotion match between T1 and Invictus Gaming concluded. Leveraging superior tactical execution and lineup understanding, T1 defeated Invictus Gaming 4-1, securing a strong advance to the main tournament. Throughout the series, T1 dominated in drafting, teamfight management, and tempo control, achieving numerous comebacks in crucial situations.

In the first game, IG had a slight advantage early on thanks to their Jarvan IV and Taliyah, but T1 's mid-to-late game teamfights saw a perfect combination of Ryze and Qiyana, ultimately leading to a comeback and their first win. In the second game, IG switched to a combination of Clockwork and Caitlyn, and their early push proved effective, with Clockwork and Monkey King's combined ultimates dealing explosive damage and effectively tying the score.

In the third game , T1 maintained a steady presence, their Annie and Vi synergy gradually expanding their lead. IG attempted a breakout by stealing a dragon, but T1 controlled the tempo, securing the Lightning Dragon Soul and then using Yuna to plunder and regain the lead. The fourth game proved decisive, with T1 securing multiple kills against Varus. NOC's two crucial ultimates spurred the teamfight, completely breaking down IG's defense.