The upcoming clash between Fnatic and Team BDS in the 2024 LEC Winter Season holds significant importance as it will determine which team stands a better chance of securing a spot in the top 3. As the season progresses, SK Gaming remains at the pinnacle with an undefeated 3-0 scoreline, while five formidable teams, including Fnatic and Team BDS, vie for the opportunity to dethrone the German squad.
Fnatic commenced the first week of the season at a measured pace, facing strong opposition from Karmine Corp before ultimately securing victory. Notably, Razork played a pivotal role in the early game, supported by a late-game surge from Noah and an outstanding performance by Oscarinin on K’Sante. Subsequently, Fnatic displayed their prowess by swiftly defeating Team Vitality in under 30 minutes, underscoring their ability to play aggressively when necessary. Despite a setback against SK Gaming, Fnatic’s 2-1 start positions them favorably on the path to the playoffs.
The Fnatic roster comprises:
- Óscar “Oscarinin” Munoz Jiménez
- Iván “Razork” Martín Díaz
- Marek “Humanoid” Brázda
- Oh “Noah” Hyeon-taek
- Yoon “Jun” Se-jun
On the other side, Team BDS faced an early loss against G2 Esports, a formidable opponent. However, Adam and his teammates demonstrated resilience, maintaining a 2k gold lead against G2 for most of the match. A subsequent victory over GIANTX showcased stellar performances by Adam and Sheo on Garen and Graves, along with a crucial Baron steal prevention by Nuc’s Orianna. In conclusion, during the first week against Team Vitality, Team BDS exhibited versatility in their carry potential, with Ice and Nuc emerging as key contributors.
The Team BDS roster features:
- Adam “Adam” Maanane
- Théo “Sheo” Borilé
- Ilias “nuc” Bizriken
- Yoon “Ice” Sang-hoon
- Labros “Labrov” Papoutsakis
As both Fnatic and Team BDS concluded the first week with a 2-1 record, Team BDS showcased a more convincing performance. Despite their loss against the top LEC team (G2 Esports), Team BDS secured First Tower in 2 out of 3 games, demonstrating adaptability in their carry roles. In contrast, Fnatic, while still formidable, displayed a somewhat predictable playstyle, which remained unchanged with the addition of Jun to the roster.
The outcome of the Fnatic vs Team BDS matchup depends on various factors. Team BDS, labeled a potential “coinflip” team, relies heavily on Nuc’s performance. If Nuc can outmaneuver Humanoid or receive effective support from Sheo to avoid solo deaths, Team BDS stands a good chance of securing victory. Conversely, if Fnatic successfully executes its game plan, it holds the edge as the favored team.
Fans can catch the Fnatic vs Team BDS showdown on Saturday at 20:00 CET on the LEC Twitch and YouTube channels, as well as lolesports.com.
Bence “Atreus” Loksa, a freelance journalist and League of Legends shoutcaster, covers esports and gaming, bringing enthusiasm and vocal excitement to notable plays on the Summoner’s Rift. While his primary focus remains on Riot Games’ MOBA hit, he extends his coverage to Call of Duty, VALORANT, and, more recently, the tabletop wargame Warhammer 40,000, where he endeavors to forge grudges with his Leagues of Votann army.
