The opening match of League of Legends First Stand on March 10th, 2025, saw Team Liquid clinch a 2-1 victory over Karmine Corp. The match, which lasted four hours, attracted a peak viewership of over 700,000 and an average of 400,000 viewers. This global tournament, featuring a $1 million prize pool, pits top teams from Europe and North America against each other. Team Liquid’s win was not without challenges; they lost the second game after deviating from their strategy. The match showcased strategic champion bans, with Team Liquid banning Viktor, Rumble, Yone, and Kalista, while Karmine Corp focused on shutting down Ziggs, Draven, and Taliyah. Despite the loss, Karmine Corp’s bot laner, Caliste Henry-Hennebert, expressed optimism for future matches.
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