On January 25, another day of the LCK Cup 2025 took place. Two matches were held: The other Dplus confronted Hanwha Life Esports and Gen.G to confront the Freecs. This article will summarize the notable developments.

Dplus KIA vs. HLE

The match of the day is the encounter between the two big men of LCK. The first map did not have too many ophthalmic fighting, but viewers still felt the tension covered throughout the match. The bright spot of this map is the showmaker's performance with the general Yone, winning every match he faces. Overall, the match is quite balanced, but the victory in important fighting phases to compete for the target has helped Dplus win the first map.

The second map was also tense, and the winning team was only decided in the last minute. It is noteworthy that Viper, who was chosen Kalista this time, a clear wrong decision of the DK coaching committee. He ended the map with 8 defeated networks, most on the map, outstanding the opponent's bottom line and giving the team advantage in the target team fighting phase. This leads to HLE's victory in the second map.

However, after a passionate performance in the second map, HLE was completely overwhelmed by Dplus in the final map. The match ended with a score of 17-6 in favor of DK. Lucid and young top laner Siwoo had impressive performances. It is impossible not to mention ShowMaker with general Galio, who completely neutralized all of Zeka's potential.

Gen.G vs. DNSECS

Gen.G is considered to be the upper door team in this match, and that has been proven from the beginning. Both maps ended with an overwhelming ratio, when the Freoses enterprises can only win eight networks to defeat through two maps, while Gen.G reached 33 networks. In the first map, Ruler ended Corki's series of failures at LCK with excellent performance, ending the map with KDA 9/0/7.

In the second map, Gen.G's lower laners continued to dominate Ezreal. Kiin's Poppy also supports very well in the fighting phase thanks to its ability to control and personal skills, catch important goals and bring great advantages from the beginning. Just like the first map, the second map is completely under the control of the Gen.G, and the Freecs enterprises cannot do anything to resist.

Ranking of teams in the group

Matches in this tournament took place between teams of opposing groups: "Baron" and "Elder". However, the points earned will count towards their group. This organization aims to diversify competition in professional tournaments.