TL;DR
- RNG defeated DAMWON KIA 3-2 in a thrilling MSI 2021 finals series
- The victory earned LPL an additional qualifying spot for Worlds 2021 in Shenzhen
- Blue side advantage proved crucial throughout the championship match
- $75,000 prize pool secured alongside major regional bragging rights
- Tournament path included dominant group stage and semifinal victories
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Evgenii Efimov
May 24, 2021, 05:43 SGT
China’s LPL Spring Split champions Royal Never Give Up achieved international glory by capturing the Mid-Season Invitational 2021 title. Their journey to the finals against LCK powerhouse DAMWON KIA began with commanding Group A performances against Pentanet.GG from Oceania and Unicorns of Love from the LCL region. Following their group stage success, RNG navigated the challenging Rumble stage to secure second position before delivering a dominant 3:1 semifinal victory over PSG Talon in a match that showcased their strategic versatility and mechanical prowess.
Standings
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The championship series demonstrated a fascinating strategic pattern where only the blue side managed to secure victories throughout all five games. The initial three matches featured intense back-and-forth action with RNG claiming two crucial wins during this phase. Despite having opportunities to close out the fourth game, the Chinese squad faced a dramatic turnaround when Ghost delivered a spectacular Pentakill performance that enabled DAMWON KIA to force a decisive fifth map. This highlight moment showcased individual brilliance that nearly shifted the tournament’s outcome.
Despite DAMWON’s valiant efforts in game four, the final map unfolded as a comprehensive domination by Royal Never Give Up. Their commanding performance secured not only the $75,000 championship prize but also delivered significant strategic value for the LPL region. The victory earned China an additional qualifying spot for Worlds 2021, which will be hosted in Shenzhen this Autumn. This regional advantage provides LPL teams with increased representation and better odds at capturing the World Championship title on home soil.
Action Checklist
- Analyze RNG’s draft patterns throughout the tournament, particularly their blue side strategies
- Review key teamfight moments from the finals, focusing on objective control and rotation timing
- Study regional qualification implications for future international tournaments
- Compare MSI 2021 meta with previous seasons to identify evolution trends
No reproduction without permission：SeeYouSoon Game Club » RNG beat Damwon KIA to win MSI 2021. LPL gets an additional spot for the World Championship Royal Never Give Up's triumphant MSI 2021 victory over DAMWON KIA secures LPL additional Worlds slot