英雄联盟夏季赛（Summer Showdown A Recap of the 2021 League of Legends Summer Split）

Summer Showdown: A Recap of the 2021 League of Legends Summer Split

As the temperatures rose and the days grew longer, the world's top League of Legends teams battled it out in the 2021 Summer Split. With new rosters, refreshed strategies, and a fierce hunger for victory, the competition was fierce and the stakes were high. Let's take a look at some of the key moments and standout performances from the season.

Shakeup in the Standings

The first few weeks of the season were full of surprises as several underdog teams rose to the top of the standings. Teams that had struggled in previous splits, such as Immortals and FlyQuest, found their footing and put together impressive win streaks. Meanwhile, established powerhouses like Team Liquid and TSM struggled to find their form. Despite the early upsets, however, the cream eventually rose to the top. Cloud9, who had placed second in the Spring Split, once again proved to be a dominant force, finishing the regular season with a 13-5 record and securing the top seed in the playoffs.

Playoffs: Upsets and Comebacks

The playoffs were full of nail-biting matchups and dramatic comebacks. In the quarterfinals, Team Liquid faced off against 100 Thieves in a best-of-five series that went the distance. Despite being down 2-1 in the series, Team Liquid managed to rally and win the final two games to secure their spot in the semifinals. Meanwhile, TSM put in a dominant performance against Dignitas, winning the series 3-0 without dropping a single game. In the semifinals, Cloud9 and Team Liquid faced off in a highly anticipated matchup that many expected to be incredibly close. However, Cloud9 proved why they were the top seed, winning the series 3-1 and securing their spot in the finals. Meanwhile, TSM found themselves in a tough matchup against Evil Geniuses, who had been on a hot streak coming into the playoffs. Despite falling behind in the series, TSM managed to claw their way back and win three straight games to secure their spot in the finals.

Grand Finals: TSM Takes the Crown

The grand finals between TSM and Cloud9 did not disappoint. In a back-and-forth series that went the full five games, TSM emerged victorious, winning their first trophy since 2017. The series was filled with standout performances from both teams, but it was TSM's mid laner, PowerOfEvil, who truly shone. With an incredible 12/1/9 KDA in the final game, PowerOfEvil led his team to victory and cemented his place as one of the best mid laners in North America. The win was a long time coming for TSM, who had gone through a tumultuous few years filled with roster changes and disappointing finishes. But with the summer split title now under their belt, the organization can look forward to even greater success in the future.

Overall, the 2021 Summer Split was filled with excitement, drama, and unforgettable moments. As we head into the World Championship later this year, the top teams from around the world will have their sights set on the ultimate prize. But for now, let's savor the memories of an unforgettable summer season of League of Legends.