Deokdam & Peter Revenge Arc: Ex-KT Duo Eliminates Former Team in LCK Cup Upset
Former KT Rolster Botlane Delivers Crushing Blow in LCK Play-Ins
In a poetic twist of esports fate, DN SOOPers' botlane duo Deokdam and Peter eliminated their former organization KT Rolster with a decisive 2-0 victory during the LCK Cup Play-Ins. The shocking result marks KT's earliest exit since their 2025 Worlds finals appearance and sends shockwaves through the Korean competitive landscape.
The Ultimate Payback Match
The showdown carried extra weight as KT Rolster fielded their revamped botlane against the very players they replaced. While Peter split playtime with DNS support Life during the regular season, he delivered a vintage performance against his former squad. This tactical upset proves especially brutal for KT, who now join Hanwha Life Esports and HANJIN BRION as early casualties of the tournament.
Betting Implications: Underdogs Rise, Titans Fall
This result fundamentally reshapes the LCK Cup odds landscape:
- DNS (+450 underdogs pre-match) demonstrated serious upset potential
- KT Rolster's championship pedigree (+120 favorites) failed to materialize
- DRX (+300) now emerges as dark horse contender after eliminating BRION
For bettors studying LoL Predictions, this serves as a crucial reminder: roster synergy trumps individual star power in best-of series. Our AI Predictions model had flagged DNS's improved coordination as a potential differentiator.
KT's Downward Spiral: From Worlds Finals to Early Exit
Just four months removed from their Worlds championship match, KT Rolster's 8th-9th place LCK Cup finish raises alarms. The organization retained their star topside of PerfecT, Cuzz, and Bdd but clearly missed Deokdam's late-game shotcalling. Their botlane experiment featuring Aiming, Ghost, and rookie Pollu produced inconsistent results throughout the tournament.
What's Next in the LCK Cup?
DN SOOPers advance to face Nongshim RedForce in a do-or-die BO3, while DRX prepares for a heavyweight clash against Dplus KIA. With three major organizations already eliminated, the tournament becomes increasingly unpredictable.
Key takeaways for esports bettors:
- Revenge narratives carry tangible competitive weight
- Team coordination > individual mechanics in short tournaments
- Always check recent roster changes before placing wagers
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