Dplus KIA Advances to Top 4 in LCK 2026 After Defeating KT Rolster 3-1, Returns to Worlds

The path to the 2026 CKTG for Dplus KIA has not been easy. After the first matches in the LCK Playoffs, ShowMaker's team officially entered the top 4 after defeating KT Rolster 3-1 in the match held on Friday. This result not only helped DK secure a spot at CKTG but also pushed KT Rolster down to the Demacia Cup Global Invitational. Notably, only a few days ago, Dplus KIA had suffered a 0-3 defeat to KT Rolster itself. The poor performance at that time caused fans to worry, especially since DK was the team that just won Esports World Cup and was in high form during the mid-season LCK phase. To add to that, DK almost fell into danger when BNK FEARX led 2-0 in the previous match. However, this team quickly found its form, completed the comeback, and continued to defeat KT Rolster to secure a position in the top 4 of LCK. The bottom lane duo became the cornerstone of DK. After the reverse sweep against BNK FEARX, Dplus KIA entered the match against KT Rolster with the goal of revenge. However, the first game turned out to be worrying for DK fans as KT quickly controlled the game and secured an easy victory. However, DK immediately responded in game 2. The two teams created an intense tug-of-war that lasted up to 42 minutes. Then, careful preparation and reasonable ban/pick ability helped Dplus KIA take the advantage. DK continuously restricted KT's favorite choices, making the opponent have almost no opportunities to develop their strength. One of the most prominent names on DK's side is ADC Sin "Smash" Geum-jae. The MVP of the Esports World Cup finals continued to deliver an impressive performance by continuously creating advantages for the home team in the games Dplus KIA won. Along with Smash, Oh "Career" Hyung-suk also had a noteworthy comeback. After not performing well in the first game, Career quickly regained confidence and coordinated effectively with his teammate in the bottom lane. DK Returns to the CKTG Stage With the victory over KT Rolster, Dplus KIA officially returned to the most prestigious stage of LMHT after missing CKTG 2026. Notably, Smash, Career, and Jeon "Siwoo" Si-woo will be participating in a CKTG for the first time. However, before thinking about raising the World Championship trophy, DK still has a long road ahead. This team will have to win three more games to claim the LCK title. The next challenge for ShowMaker and his teammates will be T1 in the match scheduled for Sunday. After the impressive comeback, Dplus KIA is showing that they are still one of the formidable contenders in LCK this year. Tuấn Hưng - The beautiful appearance of female coser Kami makes netizens unable to look away - Female character Fable 4 "changes" in new gameplay, community immediately suspects - LCK 2026 continuously creates earthquakes with two consecutive comebacks in less than 24 hours - Taiwan's Lien Yuan Monument - NaiLiu receives heavy punishment from Flash Wolves along with girlfriend's horn scandal - Classic LMHT is gradually losing appeal to players