T1 kicks off the LCK Cup campaign, facing HLE.

This afternoon (January 16th), the LCK Cup tournament will continue its excitement with the most anticipated match between the reigning world champions T1 and the "super team" Hanwha Life Esports.

This will be the most anticipated match of the tournament as T1 faces their "former player" Gumayusi again. Photo: LCK .

According to the LCK organizers, the group stage matches will take place at LoL Park with the following specific times (Vietnam time):

The first match started at 3 PM between DN SOOPers and Dplus KIA (DK). Immediately afterwards, at 5 PM, Hanwha Life Esports (HLE) and T1 clashed.

The match between T1 and HLE is expected to be played in a Best of 3 (Bo3) format. Viewers can watch live on the official LCK channels on YouTube and Twitch to get the latest updates from the arena.

The focus of attention has shifted to the personnel changes following the recent dramatic transfer window. HLE enters the 2026 season as a true "Super Team" after successfully recruiting two former T1 icons: top laner Zeus and marksman Gumayusi.

The combination of Zeus, Gumayusi, along with the existing lineup of Zeka, Delight, and the addition of jungler Kanavi, makes HLE a formidable opponent. On T1's side, their legendary lineup has officially changed. Instead, Doran will take on the responsibility in the top lane, and Peyz – a promising young talent – ​​will replace the marksman to team up with support Keria.

Currently, both teams are meticulously preparing tactically. Peyz's addition is expected to bring a new, more intense energy to the bot lane. The Coach Voice feature and other in-game changes could significantly impact the match.

Conversely, HLE, under the guidance of their coaching staff, is striving to optimize the individual strengths of their star players. The fact that Zeus and Gumayusi are so familiar with Faker and Oner's playstyle will be a significant advantage for the "Orange team" in anticipating their opponents' strategies.

This afternoon's match is predicted to be a tense back-and-forth affair. This is an opportunity for Doran to prove his abilities against his former team HLE, and also the first test of Peyz's character in his new T1 jersey.

Source: https://znews.vn/tam-diem-ngay-thi-dau-thu-3-lck-cup-t1-dai-chien-hle-post1620133.html