Dplus KIA's Tough Path to CKTG 2026: From 0-3 Loss to Historic Reverse Sweep for World Title Spot

The recent LCK playoffs night saw one of the most thrilling comebacks in the 2026 season as Dplus KIA defeated KT Rolster 3-1 to secure a spot at CKTG 2026. But behind this victory is a challenging journey starting from a shocking 0-3 loss to the same opponent just days earlier. Many fans were worried when they saw Dplus KIA, the team that just won Esports World Cup and in good form mid-season, lose so easily to KT Rolster. However, ShowMaker's team quickly regained form, completing a historic reverse sweep to maintain hope in LCK. This article will analyze in detail Dplus KIA's tough journey from the beginning to deep tactical analysis, while raising the question of whether they truly deserve the top 4 spot or just luck.