With BLG getting the final spot within the Knockout Stage at Worlds 2023, I spoke to jungler Xun following the match towards G2 Esports.
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BLG Xun – Impressed by G2 within the sequence
BLG had one hell of a curler coaster on this Worlds Swiss Stage, having performed towards powerhouses like T1 and JDG. After going 2-2, the match towards G2 Esports was going to resolve their destiny on the match. After 3 hard-fought video games, BLG was in a position to take down the LEC #1 seed. Xun took the time to reward the opponents:
They did rather well within the late recreation with the facet lane administration and making picks within the second recreation, which led to us getting overwhelmed. Nevertheless, within the third recreation, we paid extra consideration to particulars and performed effectively. Every of our gamers has its personal distinctive type, and whatever the upcoming matches, I imagine we are able to carry out rather well.
Within the first recreation of the sequence, G2 determined to go for the Kog’Maw-Braum bot lane combo. When requested whether or not BLG anticipated these two picks, Xun denied:
At that second, we didn’t anticipate them to select this mix as a result of it’s not generally seen in aggressive play. Though it was a bit surprising, we have been in a position to deal with it effectively as a result of their energy spike wasn’t as sturdy, and we picked an enchanter to reply it, which labored nice.
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G2 is among the few worldwide opponents that BLG already had the chance to play towards at MSI. I questioned whether or not Xun felt any distinction in comparison with once they confronted one another earlier this season:
I don’t suppose there’s a major distinction as a result of they’ve all the time excelled in early invades, small-scale skirmishes, and Teleport flanks. Their total coordination is nice they usually do rather well find alternatives in disadvantageous conditions, which left a deep impression on me. If we managed these points higher at the moment, it might have most likely made the sport simpler.
Now that the Swiss stage is over, we talked in regards to the new format and whether or not he had any specific ideas on it:
Actually, I don’t have sturdy emotions in regards to the format as a result of you’ll find yourself enjoying agaisnt strogn groups it doesn’t matter what. It’s primarily about whether or not our total efficiency and changes have reached their finest, and that’s what issues me essentially the most.
The LPL curse is damaged and expectations towards Gen.G
Worlds 2023 has formally ended the LPL curse, with all 4 seeds making it safely by means of the Swiss stage. Contemplating it’s the area with essentially the most quantity of groups left, I requested Xun whether or not he thought the LPL is the strongest area this yr:
As for whether or not it’s the strongest, it’s arduous to say (giggle, editor’s be aware). You’ll be able to’t actually make a judgment till you’ve performed towards all of the groups.
BLG will now be going through the LCK #1 seed Gen.G, one of many favorites of the match. Xun can be concerning them extremely:
Gen.G is a powerful and excellent crew in each facet. We have to be sure that each participant is of their finest kind to play towards them. I imagine we have now first rate probabilities of successful so it’s not trying too gloomy.
Earlier than rounding off the interview, I requested the identical query I gave to LNG Scout and WBG Crisp just a few days in the past about how he personally would take care of the stress. Xun gave a very clear reply: “I simply attempt to do issues I get pleasure from or take a stroll, “he stated, “I attempt to chill out a bit and never dwell on it an excessive amount of.”
BLG will now face Gen.G within the Worlds quarterfinals on Friday, November 3, beginning at 09:00 CET.
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