Dplus KIA vs T1 Prediction 24 October 2026
⚡️ Dplus KIA and T1 are set to clash in the second round of the Swiss Stage at the 2026 League of Legends World Championship. Both Korean sides kicked off their Worlds campaigns with convincing wins-Dplus KIA taking down G2 Esports, while T1 outplayed LOS. This matchup carries extra intrigue thanks to a storied head-to-head history and the teams’ deep familiarity with one another. The game will be played in a best-of-one format, where champion selection and early-game execution could prove decisive.
Head-to-head statistics DK - T1
Dplus KIA Team Overview
Dplus KIA kicked off their World Championship campaign with a 1-0 win over G2 Esports. Earlier, the team wrapped up their LCK playoff run with a 1-3 defeat to T1. Prior to that, they overcame KT Rolster (3-1) and BNK FEARX (3-2), showcasing their ability to prevail in lengthy series. Notably, Dplus KIA had already taken down T1 back in August, edging out a 2-1 victory in their head-to-head clash. Their recent success against G2 further underlines that the Korean roster are heading into Worlds in solid form.
T1 Team Overview
T1 kicked off their Worlds 2026 campaign with a 1-0 victory over LOS. In the closing stages of the LCK season, the team fell to Hanwha Life Esports with a 1-3 scoreline, but previously dispatched Dplus KIA 3-1. Earlier, T1 had also lost a tense five-game series to Hanwha Life Esports, narrowly missing out at 2-3. Historically, T1 have dominated their head-to-head battles with Dplus KIA, boasting 21 wins against just 7 defeats. This combination of a strong start at Worlds and a commanding record in direct encounters gives T1 every reason to believe they can extend their winning run.
⭐️ Editor’s Prediction
Both teams have made strong starts to the World Championship, so this upcoming clash promises to be a much tougher test than their opening matches. Dplus KIA turned heads with their win over G2 Esports and have the tactical depth to pose a real challenge. However, T1 hold a clear edge in the head-to-head record and claimed victory in their most recent meeting with a 3-1 scoreline. T1 have also repeatedly shown an ability to exploit Dplus KIA’s weaknesses. While the BO1 format increases the potential for upsets, T1’s experience and superior head-to-head stats remain decisive factors. Our pick: T1 to win.
