(Homeland) - Before the start of the 2022 Worlds, Chovy's capabilities were highly praised by the professional community, but in reality, Zeka emerged as the player who left a lasting impression on the League of Legends community.
The Semifinal 2 of the Worlds Championship has officially concluded with a 3-1 score in favor of DRX. The 4th seed LCK will face off against the team T1 in the Finals to determine the champion. Prior to the 2022 Worlds, Gen.G's mid-laner received high praise, but he ended up disappointing the fans. Meanwhile, Zeka has risen as a phenomenon in this year's tournament, playing a significant role in DRX's journey to the Finals.

When mentioning Chovy, the League of Legends community is accustomed to the image of a mid-laner with perfect lane control, impressive CS stats, and a strong late-game presence. With these qualities, the young talent from Gen.G was expected by fans worldwide to lift the prestigious championship trophy. However, the global League of Legends community was rather disappointed with Chovy's performance in this year's tournament.
Before entering the Semifinal match, Chovy possessed impressive individual stats. Nevertheless, these stats only partially reflect the reality as his teammates sacrificed a lot for him. Both Peanut and Doran frequently used support champions, diligently moved around the map to help Chovy shine.

Facing DRX, Chovy encountered many difficulties and almost disappeared in the Semifinal match. Firstly, Top laner Doran and Jungler Peanut played below their usual form, causing Chovy to lack the support in map control as before. Not only that, but he also made mistakes in several individual situations, putting Gen.G at a disadvantage. Ultimately, the mental state of Gen.G's mid-laner was severely affected. He lost the confidence he once had, played dimly against Zeka, and had to bid farewell to the tournament in the Semifinal.
In stark contrast to Chovy, Zeka is experiencing a 'dreamlike' season. DRX secured a Worlds spot through a play-in, receiving minimal attention from the global media. When it comes to the LCK region, the community mostly remembers the top 3 teams: Gen.G, T1, and Damwon KIA. Therefore, in the eyes of Korean LoL fans, 'Seed #4 doesn't carry much significance; they just need to play their best to fulfill their mission.'

This might be a reason why DRX is performing exceptionally well at Worlds 2022. Playing with a spirit of having nothing to lose, they defeated strong teams one after another to reach the Finals against T1. This year, Deft and Zeka are frequently mentioned, with Zeka emerging as a phenomenon in the tournament, outshining even Chovy in the Semifinals.
Zeka possesses a versatile playstyle, creating breakthroughs and supporting teammates when needed. Although his stats may not be as impressive as Chovy's, his impact on the game surpasses his opponent. In this Worlds, the 2002-born player shines with Sylas, holding a 7.5 KDA and a 100% win rate with the Void Burster.

In the Quarterfinals, Zeka's Sylas forced Edward Gaming to exit after a tense 5-game series. He gave Viper no chance in skirmishes, securing a Quadra Kill to conclude the Quarterfinals 4. This moment was ranked by Riot Games as the best play in the Quarterfinals.
Even in the Semifinals, Zeka dominated the mid-lane showdown. After an inefficient first game, he used Ahri to overpower Chovy's Sylas, leading in minion scores and engaging in precise skirmishes. In game 3, Zeka's Akali surpassed the opponent in overall map control, easily destroying Gen.G's lineup for a victory.

Moving on to the 4th game, Zeka decided to use Galio against Chovy's Ryze. Despite holding a champion geared towards supporting teammates with mobility, DRX's Mid laner still outperformed Chovy in minion scores. This led to the young talent from Gen.G falling into a mentally unstable state, making continuous mistakes in crucial skirmishes. With an inconsistent performance across multiple positions, Gen.G's members had to conclude their journey in this year's tournament.
After outshining Chovy in the Semifinals, the rising star of DRX solidified his position as one of the top Mid laners in the league. In the Grand Finals, Zeka is set to face the League of Legends icon, Faker. This promises to be a captivating showdown between two generations: a seasoned player against an emerging talent. The answer to who will emerge victorious lies in the upcoming Championship match!