T1 Continues to Confront Future Challenges
Currently, the League of Legends community is focused on MSI 2025, with several matches leading up to the tournament and three matches already postponed to patch 5 due to strict Fearless Draft regulations. However, this does not mean that the community lacks interest in the upcoming MSI 2025, as information has surfaced regarding the transfer of T1: Support player Poby is rumored to be joining Fnatic.
Undoubtedly, this is a decision that could be beneficial for all parties involved: Poby gains more competitive experience, and T1 could potentially have a significant financial income, as well as being able to utilize Poby’s salary. However, for T1, the focus must return to a question that has lingered for a long time: Who will be trained to replace Faker if a day comes when he is referred to as the “G.O.A.T” of the game?
In reality, T1 could decide to draft any support player in the future. However, at this moment, there seems to be no name that stands out. Certainly, T1 could only temporarily replace Faker with a support player who can fill in as a mid-laner. Nevertheless, it would still be very challenging without many options available at this time. Ultimately, they need to find a player who not only excels but is also capable of helping T1 compete for titles.
Moreover, Poby still has an important role: he is a rising name in the competitive scene, which T1 Academy could cultivate over the next few years. In fact, Poby has also undergone significant mental training after a brief period replacing Faker last year. However, if the information is correct, T1 will have to goodbye to the “golden child” of their own.
However, These Concerns Only Highlight T1’s Future
If the rumors about Poby’s future are true, it will be difficult for anyone to deny or change this situation. And replacing Faker is merely a question of T1’s future. However, if Poby truly has to leave, it will undoubtedly be a significant loss as someone who has developed in Faker’s shadow must search for a new direction while he continues to compete at a high level.
