T1 Doran: The Most Anticipated Version of This Talented Player
Firstly, it is necessary to confirm that Doran is indeed a highly skilled player. He has previously contributed to Gen.G and HLE, achieving great success in the LCK over the years. However, in the current environment, with a completely new setup, T1 is not performing as expected. It could be said that Doran is currently a crucial yet underwhelming part of T1.
In an AD meta that lacks dominance, the top lane is proving challenging for T1, especially against current opponents, as exemplified in their recent match against FOX.
It’s important to note that Doran’s performance with Gragas in the first match of the series was quite good. However, despite Doran being known for his exceptional skills, especially with tank champions, merely playing well with tank picks has not helped Doran or T1 secure victories against strong opponents. A prime example of this occurred in the subsequent two matches. In the third match, when unable to use Sion (due to being banned), T1 was forced to select Yorick for Doran, and the disappointing outcome was that this character only had one viable playstyle, which was to push lanes.
Furthermore, Doran frequently engages in trade damage but lacks the tactical understanding to outsmart opponents, resulting in solo kills. This was particularly evident in the second match against FOX. According to experts, if there is a statistic tracking the number of solo kills among LCK players, Doran would undoubtedly rank at the top.
Doran Needs to Regain His Form for T1 to Overcome Current Challenges
In reality, Doran himself is merely a “catalyst” in a series of missteps by T1. Joining the roster with the potential to maintain top lane presence and relieve pressure on Zeus has been challenging for Doran. However, it seems that even Doran cannot ignore that T1 has decided to shift AD roles and that they need to stabilize the current situation.
Doran may be experiencing a lack of form, but aiding him is T1’s responsibility. However, it remains to be seen how T1 will assist Doran, as in the current meta, it is clear they are still searching for solutions.
