Top Esports delivered a decisive 2-0 victory against the newly formed super roster of Invictus Gaming, knocking them out of the 2024 Demacia Cup.
A Preseason Setback for Invictus Gaming
As the professional League of Legends preseason tournaments continue, Invictus Gaming—one of the most promising rosters of 2025—faced an early elimination. Despite high expectations fueled by their revamped lineup featuring TheShy, Rookie, and Gala, the team was unable to overcome a dominant Top Esports squad.
The match served as a sobering reminder for Invictus Gaming of the challenges ahead in the LPL, which kicks off in just a few weeks. While their roster initially impressed in earlier matches, their performance against Top Esports highlighted key areas for improvement before the main season begins.
Match Recap: Top Esports vs. Invictus Gaming
Game 1: Early Domination by Top Esports
Top Esports seized control from the start with an aggressive jungle invasion at Level 1, securing kills and snowballing their lead. Their strong early-game strategy left Invictus Gaming scrambling to keep up.
Despite brief moments of resistance, including forced skirmishes by Invictus Gaming, Kanavi’s overwhelming presence in the jungle left IG unable to recover. The match concluded swiftly in 23 minutes, with Top Esports dismantling the nexus.
Game 2: A Slower Start, Same Outcome
The second game unfolded more cautiously, with both teams focusing on farming in the early stages. However, Top Esports gradually took control thanks to Cremcre’s Viktor, who secured pivotal kills during rotations.
Invictus Gaming attempted to mount a comeback with side-lane ambushes, prolonging the match, but their efforts fell short against Top Esports’ coordinated play. After a grueling 44 minutes, the series ended with a 2-0 scoreline.
Looking Ahead for Invictus Gaming
This loss marks an early end to Invictus Gaming’s run in the 2024 Demacia Cup, but it’s a valuable learning experience as they prepare for the 2025 LPL season. The team will need to regroup and address their shortcomings before facing the league’s new competitive format and international aspirations.
Final Toughts
With their superstar roster, Invictus Gaming still has the potential to make waves in the upcoming season. However, their preseason defeat underscores the need for better synergy and strategy against top-tier opponents like Top Esports.
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