CFO Stuns First Stand 2025 with Major Upset, HLE Dominates Against European Competition
CTBC Flying Oyster (CFO) secured a stunning 2-0 victory against Team Liquid at First Stand 2025, while Hanwha Life Esports (HLE) maintained their dominance with a win over Karmine Corp.
Gamers celebrating competitive victory
CFO's impressive performance was led by mid laner HongQ and jungler JunJia, who achieved perfect KDAs in the first match. The Taiwanese team's strategic gameplay proved too strong for the North American representatives.
First Stand team at gaming event
In the second match, despite Team Liquid's Ziggs pick, CFO countered effectively with Doggo's Tristana and Driver's Gangplank, securing their second consecutive victory against western teams in the tournament.
Two esports players celebrating victory
HLE showcased LCK's continued international dominance, with Zeus delivering an outstanding 8/1/5 KDA on Aurora. Despite KC's Caliste forcing a third game with his signature Jhin, HLE's controlled gameplay secured their semifinal spot.
Tournament implications:
- CFO's final group match against TOP Esports will determine Karmine Corp's fate
- A CFO victory would qualify KC for semifinals
- Team Liquid's chances improve if CFO loses
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