RESULTS: Team Liquid Set Up Match Point with another Victory Over 100 Thieves

Despite a strong early game from 100 Thieves, Team Liquid managed to once again find the advantages they needed as they quickly closed out game two in their Championship Series. Here’s a brief breakdown of the match.

The teams spend a lot of time posturing in the jungle as they attempt to gain an early advantage, however ultimately the teams are not able to get enough of an edge to secure early kills. Team Liquid attempt to secure an early kill with a gank on the bot lane, however they are unable to land the killing blow. 100 Thieves claim first blood in the top lane as both jungler make their way there, however Team Liquid are able to claim a kill in return to keep the score level.

Team Liquid make a bold play in the mid lane, finally claiming a kill before they rotate to secure the Dragon. The teams again clash in the mid lane, with both teams picking up a kill before pulling back. Team Liquid again gain advantage in their engages, claiming another kill and map pressure across the map as they secure the Rift Herald.

As the teams look for control over Baron, Team Liquid manage to pick up 4 quick kills before securing the buff. With the power of the Baron buff, Team Liquid are quick to push in multiple lanes, destroying multiple turrets and taking down the mid lane inhibitor. As Team Liquid continue to siege the base of 100 Thieves, they are able to force their opponents back as they claim another inhibitor in the bot lane before they too recall to stock up with their freshly earned gold.

Team Liquid continue their advance, pushing in the top lane to try and destroy the final inhibitor. With little standing in their way, Team Liquid look for the final fight that will allow them to end the game. The final fight costs Team Liquid their mid laner, however they are able to end the game and set up match point.

For more action from this series, check out the match recap from game 1, and for more information on the upcoming international events, check out the Global Esports Announcement page, here.