A heated controversy has erupted following G2 Esports’ elimination from Worlds 2024 after a supposed bug during their decisive match against Bilibili Gaming (BLG). Fans took to social media to express their frustration, accusing the bug of unfairly costing G2 their spot in the tournament.
The Decisive Match Between G2 and BLG
As the Swiss Stage of Worlds 2024 neared its conclusion, teams with 2-2 records were battling for survival. Only three wins were needed to advance to the Bracket Stage, while three losses would send teams packing. In the second match of the day, BLG faced off against G2 Esports in a highly anticipated best-of-three series.
The series started with BLG taking the first game, but G2 responded with a strong performance in the second match, tying the series 1-1 and forcing a third game. This final map would determine who advanced to the quarterfinals and who would be eliminated.
The Controversial Moment
The third game began evenly, but as the mid-game progressed, BLG began to pull ahead. The tension peaked when Hans Sama, G2’s AD carry, called for a pause after a crucial teamfight in the mid lane.
Hans Sama claimed that Kalista’s Rend (E) ability failed to execute properly on Rumble, missing a kill that could have shifted the momentum of the game. Specifically, Hans Sama argued that the ability failed to trigger the spears, which would have secured the elimination of BLG’s Rumble.
After a review by the referees, it was determined that no bug had occurred, and the game resumed. Shortly after, BLG secured Baron Nashor and closed out the game in 34 minutes, eliminating G2 Esports from the tournament.
Fan Reactions and Ongoing Debate
The incident sparked a major backlash on social media, with many G2 fans and esports personalities questioning the referee’s decision. Some argued that the bug directly impacted the outcome of the match, while others maintained that BLG‘s victory was legitimate, regardless of the controversy. The debate continues, with opinions divided across the community.
Several experts have weighed in on the situation, offering different interpretations of what happened, but the issue remains contentious. For now, the only certainty is that BLG has advanced to the Quarterfinals, while G2 Esports is out of Worlds 2024, leaving their fans disappointed.
Conclusion
The alleged bug in G2’s elimination match against BLG has left many fans and experts questioning the integrity of the decision-making process during the game. As the controversy continues to unfold, BLG moves on to the Worlds 2024 Quarterfinals, while G2 exits the tournament under a cloud of controversy.
For updates on the ongoing tournament and more on the quarterfinals, visit LoL Esports.
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