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(Fatherland) - BDS's Adam was entirely deciphered by TW in the recent match.
Before the match between Team BDS (BDS) and Team Whales (TW) took place, Adam was a notable name for the LEC representative. Not only does he possess excellent skills, but he also has unique choices like Garen, Darius, Olaf in the Top Lane position. Adam's outstanding performance with Garen against Golden Guardians prior to this helped BDS secure a spot in the 2023 Worlds.
In the first game between BDS and TW, Adam showcased his prowess with an impressive performance on Darius. However, in the following two games, Adam seemed to be completely decoded by TW, as he failed to have the same impact as before. So, what caused the sudden decline of BDS's star player?
Essentially, BDS's strategy revolves around utilizing Adam's unique picks to create a snowballing advantage mid-game. Therefore, BDS often opts for a self-sufficient Marksman and swaps Support lanes early. This was evident in game 1, where Adam's Darius repeatedly took down Sprada, establishing a significant power gap in both lane dominance and skirmishes.
TW quickly recognized this and made lineup changes accordingly. With the Top Lane position, K'Sante was chosen to ensure lane stability and provide strong combat tools. Additionally, TW's decision to ban Darius in the second game limited Adam's ability to make breakthroughs. Furthermore, TW also selected a Bottom Lane duo capable of dominating opponents to thoroughly control the Dragon's Lair.
The combination of BDS's continuous selection of Renekton as the first pick has hindered the LEC representative from deploying their usual strategies. Sprada's adept handling of K’Sante ensured a solid defense, playing safely and denying Adam any opportunity for a dueling victory. As a result, Adam's impact on the match significantly dwindled in the subsequent two games.
This significantly affected Adam's competitive mindset, resulting in poor performance in game 3. Adam himself admits to struggling with composure after being defeated by TW in game 2, influencing his gameplay. Therefore, TW's overall victory against BDS is entirely understandable.
In conclusion, with timely adjustments to their playstyle and top lane champion selections, TW successfully minimized Adam's dominance on the BDS side. Hopefully, the VCS representatives will continue to capitalize on this strength and secure more victories in this year's 2023 Worlds.
