The End of Dominance! Karmine Corp put an end to the reigning champions by not just taking their crown but defeating them by a clean sweep.
With this, Karmine Corp was able to win their first LEC trophy in the Grand Finals of the 2025 LEC Winter Season. The French team dethroned the G2’s supremacy with a fashionable 3-0 victory. See how the first victory felt for the team and the journey to victory in this article.
The Final Showdown: Karmine Corp vs. G2 Esports
LEC Winter 2025 was held in a regular season and playoffs format. There were 10 participating teams, and the top 8 were to advance to the playoffs. G2 Esports, the most dominating team in the tournament, started the season facing some difficulties, but as soon as the playoffs approached, they managed to regain their form and team synchronization.
G2 came to the finals with a psychological advantage, having already beaten Karmine Corp in the playoffs. Meanwhile, Karmine Corp was playing inconsistently, nearly losing the match against Fnatic.
G2 Esports was the favorite in the final, as they had won their last six consecutive LEC finals and had already defeated Karmine Corp in the playoffs. Thus, Karmine Corp had the chance to prove that they were the best in the world, and they did not disappoint.
The Men in Blue played a one-sided game, climbing onto the stage and dominating a G2 squad with a 3-0 scoreline.
Looking at the number of kills in the LEC Finals, Karmine Corp was able to secure a total of 63 kills, while G2 was able to secure only 19 kills. Karmine’s impressive performance did not stop there, as they managed to end the final of the series in just 24 minutes, marking G2’s fastest loss in the tournament.
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Key Highlights of Final
The highly anticipated final between Karmine Corp and G2 Esports produced impressive gameplay with both teams aiming for victory. However, the unstoppable Karmine steals the stage in the Finals.
Game 1: A Strong Start (36 Minutes)
Karmine Corp started their initial game with a victory in 36 minutes, with Vladi on Taliyah and Canna on Aatrox leading the team from the front. The team was able to build an early gold lead, securing multiple towers and, hence, pressuring G2 across the map.
Game 2: Domination (33 Minutes)
Game 2 for G2 Esports was overwhelming. The Karmine Corp constantly maintained pressure by dominating objective control and securing Dragon, Baron, and towers. This led the Karmine Corp to close the game in 33 minutes, putting themselves on top.
Game 3: The Final (24 Minutes)
The final match didn’t last as compared to other matches as the Karmine Corp was full of confidence and aggression, shutting G2 early as the shortest match of the series and stealing a dominant victory of 3-0.
| Place | Team | Prize (EUR) |
| 1st | Karmine Corp | €40,000 |
| 2nd | G2 Esports | €25,000 |
| 3rd | Fnatic | €10,000 |
Standout Players and MVP Performances
Players from Karmine Corp showcased some outstanding performances to deliver a dominant victory over G2 Esports. Here are some players who took the spotlight in the particular game:
Caliste Shines in Debut Season
Caliste made his professional debut in the tournament and immediately showcased his impressive performance and confidence. Thanks to this extraordinary performance, he has become an LEC Champion in his first season and hopes for a long, successful eSports career.
Vladi Dominates to Claim MVP
On the other hand, Vladi performed for the ages and outperformed the greatest Western player of all time, the Caps. Despite being in his only second year in the league, he earned an MVP award, and that too in the Finals.
Yike Gets Revenge on G2
Yike was previously associated with G2 Esports, but the team opted him out, resulting in G2’s devastating loss. Yike was able to hand over G2 Esports with an LEC trophy multiple times, proving that letting him leave the team was not a good idea.
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