Title: Why did SKT lose to LZ? ——In-depth analysis of the focus of the LCK Summer Split
Among the hot topics of e-sports in the past 10 days, the match between SKT and LZ (now DRX) in the LCK Summer Split has become a hot topic among players around the world. As the triple crown champion, SKT unexpectedly lost to LongZhu, triggering extensive discussions about version adaptation, player status and tactical system. This article will use structured data and analysis to reveal the key to winning or losing this game.
1. Comparison of basic game data
| index | SKT | LZ |
|---|---|---|
| average kills per game | 8.2 | 12.6 |
| first blood rate | 45% | 68% |
| Xiaolong control rate | 52% | 73% |
| 15 minutes economic difference | -1.3k | +2.1k |
2. Version adaptability analysis
The current version 13.15 emphasizes early rhythm and jungle confrontation, while SKT still maintains the following traditional play style:
| SKT problem | LZ Countermeasures |
|---|---|
| Over-reliance on Faker’s late carries | Mid laner Bdd chooses Rockbird/Silas to roam in the early stage |
| Top laner Zeus uses development heroes such as Jayce | Kingen selected Sword Girl for a single belt breakthrough |
| Jungle Oner's rhythm lags behind | Cuzz uses Poppy to frequently invade jungle areas |
3. Key turning points
Two fatal mistakes in the third game directly led to SKT's collapse:
| time | event | Influence |
|---|---|---|
| 8 minutes and 12 seconds | Crossed the tower on the bottom lane and got 3 people killed. | LZ gets the first vanguard |
| 22 minutes and 35 seconds | Faker flashes out of touch at the beginning of the group | LZ wins the Baron |
4. Comparison of player status
The clues can be seen from the KDA data of the recent 5 games:
| Location | SKT players | KDA | LZ player | KDA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Place an order | Zeus | 3.2 | Kingen | 5.8 |
| jungle | Oner | 2.4 | Cuzz | 4.1 |
| Mid lane | Faker | 4.7 | Bdd | 6.3 |
5. Summary of underlying reasons
1.Tactical rigidity: SKT released the version of OP hero Yuumi for three consecutive games in the BP stage.
2.Chaos in command: There were many disagreements over mid-term decisions
3.Version misreading: Insist on using the 12.14 version of the Tsar + Aphelios system
4.psychological stress: Faced with LZ’s winning streak, feeling fearful of war
6. Future Outlook
According to the coaching staff, SKT has made adjustments in the following areas:
- Introducing youth training jungler rotation
- Added 15 new lineups for training
- Reconstruction of version hero priorities (Sword Demon, Kai'Sa, etc.)
- Intervention of psychological counseling team
This defeat may be a turning point for SKT in the summer split. As Faker said in the post-match interview: "Failure is a better teacher than victory." As the playoffs approach, whether this veteran team can achieve transformation, let us continue to pay attention to the dynamics of the LCK.
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