Faker Sparks Controversy During Smash Day Replacing Gumayusi
In the match against KT Rolster, T1 made the decisive choice to bring Gumayusi to the bench, a decision that left many players and fans buzzing after T1’s defeat to Gen.G. Naturally, with a roster as strong as KT’s, a victory for T1 was not unexpected. This was also the match marking Faker’s 1000th game in the LCK. Therefore, after the match, he was invited to the analysis room while Keria was presenting on stage for his own Player of the Match (POM) award.
It’s worth noting that Faker had a rather emotional statement, which, while typical in competitive settings, was quite sensitive given the current situation: “If possible, I would give one of my votes to Smash. That situation was really well played in critical moments. I could also see that in every match, there should at least be one vote from me. Regarding this matter, I must admit that I didn’t perform well in this match.”
Fans Debate Faker’s Statement
In a normal context, Faker’s statement might just be seen as professional conduct. However, amidst the ongoing drama surrounding T1, Gumayusi, and Smash, many people are concerned that Faker’s remarks could serve as a criticism towards Gumayusi, especially if this lineup gets another chance in the upcoming matches.
Nevertheless, there are also many opinions suggesting that Faker is merely being professional and wants to acknowledge Smash’s contributions. In reality, if the LCK Cup 2025 is merely a starting point and doesn’t hold significant implications, then the 2025 Regular Season will be T1’s official debut with Smash. Therefore, Faker’s support could indeed be seen as just a routine acknowledgment.
Despite this, external factors have played a significant role in the ongoing support or opposition towards T1 and Gumayusi, which is no longer as crucial. The faith of Gumayusi’s fans in T1 has already been shaken. Currently, people are less concerned about whether T1 will reinstate Gumayusi in the near future, especially when the current lineup seems to be performing well in the ongoing competition.
