RNG secures 1st spot in MSI finals by defeating PSG Talon

Royal Never Give Up has become the inaugural finalist at the 2021 Mid-Season Invitational following their commanding performance against PSG Talon in the opening semifinal encounter.

Following numerous best-of-one contests throughout the MSI group stage, spectators were treated to high-stakes best-of-five action featuring elite competitive teams. The initial semifinal pitted China’s RNG against the PCS representatives PSG Talon, delivering an electrifying series that culminated in a 3-1 victory for the LPL champions, who successfully advanced to the championship match as anticipated.

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Both squads demonstrated remarkable parity from the opening moments, selecting powerful late-game team compositions that produced chaotic, entertaining skirmishes for viewers. PSG Talon established an early advantage, though RNG’s bottom lane partnership began mounting effective counterplays. By the 25-minute mark, gold distribution remained balanced, with victory hinging on team fight execution and neutral objective management.

Consistent with their tournament performance patterns, RNG methodically asserted map dominance through superior macro strategic play. This approach yielded a crucial Baron Nashor buff, subsequently enabling acquisition of the cloud soul. From this pivotal moment forward, RNG accumulated too many combat advantages for PSG Talon to overcome, systematically constricting their opponents over a 45-minute contest.

In the second match, PSG Talon adopted a significantly more assertive tactical approach. Spearheaded by jungler Kim “River” Dong-woo’s rapid tempo Udyr play, PSG Talon secured a substantial early-game lead. Within 12 minutes, they had captured the initial turret while accumulating a 2,000 gold advantage. Such aggressive early game pressure proved essential to disrupting RNG’s methodical playstyle, with PSG’s execution yielding deserved rewards.

With empowered players across all positions, RNG possessed minimal counterplay options to halt the escalating snowball effect. Substitute bot laner Chiu “Doggo” Tzu-Chuan’s Tristana ultimately emerged as PSG Talon’s primary victory condition despite his reserve status for this competition. Merely 29 minutes into the game, the PCS contenders equalized the series.

Following impressive performances from both bottom lane duos, the third game witnessed concentrated action targeting the ADC and support positions. Within three minutes, six eliminations had occurred, with RNG emerging with the upper hand. This created opportunities to establish advantages across all three lanes, rapidly restoring the Chinese favorites to series control and placing them on match point.

RNG stood poised to clinch their MSI finals berth, though PSG Talon refused to surrender the series without determined resistance. After attempting to secure victories through bottom lane focus, PSG Talon shifted strategic attention to the top lane. While RNG maintained control throughout most of the game, PSG Talon remained competitive through a dramatic Baron steal and exceptional team fighting. Ultimately, RNG’s Infernal soul advantage proved insurmountable, concluding the match following Elder Dragon secure.

With one thrilling semifinal concluded, DWG KIA and MAD Lions will compete for the remaining finals position tomorrow. This encounter represents the LEC’s opportunity to dethrone the reigning world champions and maintain European possession of the MSI trophy. Thus far, DWG KIA has exhibited consistent performance and successfully defeated MAD Lions on two occasions. Within best-of-five format, unexpected outcomes remain possible, though the LEC champions must deliver exceptional performances to succeed.

RNG will face either DWG KIA or MAD Lions at MSI final

The upcoming finals matchup presents fascinating stylistic contrasts between regional champions. RNG’s methodical, objective-focused approach will clash against either DWG KIA’s disciplined execution or MAD Lions’ aggressive, unpredictable playstyle. Each potential opponent brings distinct strategic challenges that RNG must prepare to counter.

The semifinal between DWG KIA and MAD Lions kicks off on May 22.

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