As the LPL summer regular split approaches its conclusion, the first major match of its final week pits FPX against BLG. Who will emerge victorious? Here are our insights in our weekly preview.
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FPX vs BLG – Does FPX have a volatile team?
In the previous week, FPX clashed with Top Esports in a crucial match for both teams to secure a stronger seeding for the LPL summer playoffs. Despite FPX’s victory over LNG, the top-ranked team, they demonstrated areas that still require improvement following losses to TES and WBG the week before.
FPX now has a final opportunity against BLG to break into the top 6, competing with Anyone’s Legend for the spot. Coincidentally, both teams will face off against BLG in their last match, making it a significant, fair matchup to determine their fate.
With these factors in mind, let’s delve into the series and analyze whether FPX could cause another upset or if their previous success was merely coincidental.
Match Breakdown
BLG enters the match as the clear favorites. Although they may not exhibit the same level of dominance as earlier in the season, the team boasts a roster of skilled players. Additionally, with Wei joining Xun, who has struggled post-MSI, BLG now possesses two strong junglers with distinct playstyles. In the current jungle-centric meta, Wei is excelling.
Perhaps the only area where FPX can match up is in the jungle, with Milkyway standing out as a key member of the team. If FPX can disrupt the enemy jungler’s rhythm and gain a strategic advantage, they may have a chance. However, the formidable trio of Bin, Elk, and Knight may prove to be too much for FPX to handle. The bottom lane matchup between deokdam and life against Elk and ON will serve as a crucial test for FPX heading into the playoffs. Overall, it is likely that BLG will secure a convincing 2-0 victory.
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