Team Liquid launched its “Golden Road” campaign with a decisive victory over Aurora Gaming in an all-Filipino confrontation at the M7 World Championship on Saturday in Jakarta, Indonesia. The match showcased a methodical performance from Team Liquid, as they capitalized on key moments to secure their position in the tournament’s unique Swiss stage, while Aurora now faces a more challenging road ahead.
The encounter began with both teams exhibiting a disciplined approach, struggling to establish a significant gold lead. In the initial ten minutes, neither side managed to surpass a mere 1,000 gold advantage. The turning point arrived with the first Lord clash before the 12-minute mark. Aurora jungler Jonard “Demonkite” Caranto executed a perfectly timed Retribution to secure the Lord. However, this victory came at a considerable cost, as four Aurora heroes were lost in the ensuing skirmish, enabling Team Liquid to gain separation and momentum.
Capitalizing on their advantage, Karl “KarlTzy” Nepomuceno, playing as Yi Sun-shin, secured the second Lord for Team Liquid. With their opponents on the back foot, the reigning back-to-back MPL Philippines champions systematically dismantled all of Aurora’s base turrets. Team Liquid concluded the match in a swift 16 minutes and 54 seconds, showcasing their dominance throughout the game.
Sanji emerged as the standout player, earning the MVP title by recording two kills and nine assists on his Luo Yi, while KarlTzy contributed significantly with seven kills and six assists. This victory marks a strong start for Team Liquid, as they inch closer to securing a playoff spot in this highly competitive tournament.
As they move forward, Team Liquid’s “Golden Road” aims to solidify their dominance in the competitive scene, while Aurora Gaming will need to regroup and strategize effectively to navigate the remainder of the Swiss stage. The pressure now mounts for both teams as they strive to secure their standings and aspirations in the championship.
