Gumayusi falls to his former team.

This crucial victory helped Faker and his teammates relieve immense pressure after their humiliating opening day defeat. Photo: OsenTV .

Before entering the big match, T1 faced immense psychological pressure after their heavy 0-2 defeat against KT Rolster on the opening day. Being relegated to the lower ranks made the clash with a powerhouse like HLE a test of their mettle.

The epic clash between T1 and HLE is not only captivating due to its professional quality but also marks a historic milestone for jungler Oner. Entering this best-of-three series, both Oner and marksman Gumayusi have the opportunity to reach 300 wins in the LCK.

And on a day of exceptional performance, Oner shone brightest, etching his name into the tournament's history as the 21st player to reach this milestone.

Oner not only won the Player of the Match award but also etched his name into LCK history. Photo: LCK.

In the first game, HLE surprised fans at LoL Park by bringing out their "trump card" Anivia in the top lane. This unconventional pick initially caused T1 considerable difficulties, but combined with Kanavi's proactive play, it helped HLE control the early game well.

However, T1 demonstrated the mettle of a top team at the right moment. With Oner's Xin Zhao pick, T1 consistently won objective team fights, especially in the Dragon pit. Oner's aggressive playstyle combined with the stability of their bot lane duo helped T1 turn the tide, securing the game after over 36 minutes of nail-biting action.

In the second game, the scenario was somewhat similar, with HLE once again taking the lead in kills thanks to early jungle interventions. However, a mistake in Doran's positioning opened up a golden opportunity for T1.

Taking advantage of a lapse in concentration, Faker, with his extensive experience, executed a crucial pick-off on Zeka's Taliyah, shattering HLE's formation. Oner then delivered another outstanding performance, completely outplaying his opponent, allowing T1 to sweep the enemy team and secure a clean 2-0 victory.

This victory not only helped T1 relieve the psychological pressure after their opening loss but also affirmed that the team remains an extremely formidable force. Oner, with the POM (Player of the Match) title, deservedly served as the soul of T1's fiery offensive play in today's match.

Also in the matches on April 4th, Dplus KIA (DK) rediscovered the joy of victory by defeating Kiwoom DRX 2-0. The highlight of this match belonged to young marksman Smash with a spectacular Triple Kill using Corki, crushing any hopes of a comeback for DRX.

With these results, the LCK Spring 2026 standings are heating up more than ever as the big teams gradually get back on track, promising a dramatic and unpredictable season ahead.