T1's recent resurgence in form, particularly in their mid-late game execution, presents a significant challenge for Dplus KIA, who have struggled to maintain consistent team cohesion under pressure.

T1 comes into this matchup with a solid 7-1 record in their last eight games, showcasing a particularly potent mid-game transition led by their midlaner, Faker, whose champion pool has expanded effectively. His ability to create plays and dictate tempo has been crucial. In contrast, Dplus KIA has faced difficulties recently, with a shaky 4-4 record in the same span, primarily due to inconsistent performances from their ADC, Deft, who has been caught out of position too often and hasn't been able to capitalize on his early leads effectively.

T1's draft strategy heavily favors strong early-game champions that can transition into powerful teamfight compositions, which synergizes well with their top laner, Zeus, who can dominate lane phases and create space for Faker. On the other hand, Dplus KIA's reliance on late-game scaling champions can be problematic, especially against T1's aggressive early game. If T1 can secure priority in the draft by banning out Dplus KIA’s key champions, they can dictate the pace of the game.