Dplus KIA Qualifies for CKTG 2026 After Top 4 Finish in LCK Playoffs

The path to CKTG 2026 for Dplus KIA is not easy. After the initial matches in the LCK Playoffs, the team of ShowMaker officially entered the top 4 after defeating KT Rolster 3-1 in the match on Friday. This result not only helped DK secure a spot in CKTG but also pushed KT Rolster to the Demacia Cup Global Invitational. Notably, just a few days ago, Dplus KIA had lost 0-3 to KT Rolster. The poor performance at that time made fans worry, especially since DK was the team that just won Esports World Cup and was in high form in the mid-season LCK. Not stopping there, DK almost fell into danger when BNK FEARX led 2-0 in the previous match. However, this team quickly regained form, completed the comeback, and continued to defeat KT Rolster to secure a spot in the top 4 LCK. The bottom lane duo became the foundation of DK After the reverse sweep against BNK FEARX, Dplus KIA stepped into the match with KT Rolster with a desire for revenge. However, the first game went badly for DK fans when KT quickly controlled the game and won easily. However, DK responded immediately in game 2. The two teams created a tense 42-minute stalemate. Then, the careful preparation and logical ban/pick helped Dplus KIA gain the advantage. DK continuously restricted KT's strong points, making the opponent have almost no opportunities to show their strength. One of the most notable names on DK's side is the marksman Sin "Smash" Geum-jae. The MVP of the Esports World Cup finals continued to have an impressive performance when continuously creating advantages for the home team in the games Dplus KIA won. In addition to Smash, Oh "Career" Hyung-suk also had a notable return. After not performing well in the first game, Career quickly regained confidence and coordinated effectively with his teammate on the bottom lane. DK returns to the CKTG stage With the victory over KT Rolster, Dplus KIA officially returned to the most prestigious stage of LMHT after missing CKTG 2026. Notably, Smash, Career and Jeon "Siwoo" Si-woo will be participating in a CKTG for the first time. However, before thinking about raising the world championship trophy, DK still has a long way ahead. This team will have to win three more games to win the LCK. The next challenge for ShowMaker and his teammates will be T1 in the match on Sunday. After the impressive return, Dplus KIA is showing that they are still one of the strong contenders in LCK this year. Tuấn Hưng