Dplus KIA Advances to Top 4 in LCK and Secures Spot in CKTG 2026 After 3-1 Victory Over KT Rolster

The path to CKTG 2026 for Dplus KIA has not been easy. After the initial matches in the LCK Playoffs, ShowMaker's team officially entered the top 4 after defeating KT Rolster 3-1 in a match on Friday. This result not only helps DK secure a spot in CKTG but also pushes KT Rolster down to the Demacia Cup Global Invitational.

Notably, just a few days ago, Dplus KIA had suffered a 0-3 defeat to KT Rolster. The poor performance at that time made fans worry, especially since DK is the team that just won Esports World Cup and is in high form during the mid-season LCK.

Not stopping there, DK was in danger of falling into trouble when BNK FEARX led 2-0 in the previous day's match. However, the team quickly regained form, completed the comeback and continued to defeat KT Rolster to secure a top 4 spot in LCK.

The bottom lane duo has become the cornerstone of DK

After the reverse sweep against BNK FEARX, Dplus KIA entered the match against KT Rolster with the desire for revenge. However, the first game made DK fans worry as KT quickly controlled the match and won easily.

However, DK responded immediately in game 2. The two teams created a tense and long draw up to 42 minutes. Then, the careful preparation and reasonable ban/pick helped Dplus KIA gain the advantage. DK continuously restricted KT's favorite choices, making the opponent have very few opportunities to unleash their strength.

One of the most prominent names on the DK side is the ADC Sin "Smash" Geum-jae. The MVP of the Esports World Cup finals continued to have an impressive performance by continuously creating advantages for the home team in the games DK won.

Alongside Smash, Oh "Career" Hyung-suk also had a notable 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 returns to the biggest stage of LMHT after missing CKTG 2026.

Notably, Smash, Career and Jeon "Siwoo" Si-woo will be participating for the first time in a CKTG tournament. However, before thinking about raising the world championship trophy, DK still has a long way to go.

This team will have to win three more matches to claim the LCK title. The next challenge for ShowMaker and his teammates will be T1 in the match on Sunday.

After the impressive comeback, Dplus KIA is showing that they are still one of the formidable contenders in the LCK this season.

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