Kiwoom DRX Completes Epic LCK CL Series Comeback vs Hanjin Brion

The LCK CL 2026 season continues to deliver high-stakes drama, and the recent clash between Kiwoom DRX and Hanjin Brion was nothing short of a rollercoaster. Entering Game 3 of this Best-of-3 series, all eyes were on whether Hanjin Brion could close out the series or if Kiwoom DRX could pull off the ultimate reverse sweep. In a stunning turn of events, Kiwoom DRX secured the victory, winning the match in 28 minutes and clinching the series 2-1.

Going into this final game, the pre-match predictions were heavily stacked against the blue side. Analysts and models favored Hanjin Brion with a 59% draft advantage and a 65% win probability, citing their superior scaling and the momentum from a dominant 24-5 victory in Game 1. However, the "draft advantage" predicted for the red side failed to materialize as Kiwoom DRX executed a high-tempo strategy that dismantled the scaling composition of Hanjin Brion before they could reach their late-game power spikes.

The game began with intense pressure in the lanes. While Hanjin Brion's top laner, Zaahen, managed to maintain a respectable KDA of 4.00 on Zaahen, the gold lead was swinging wildly. The early game was defined by the sheer mechanical prowess of Kiwoom DRX's mid laner, Mel. Playing on Mel, Mel delivered a masterclass in mid-lane dominance, finishing the game with a staggering 7/0/1 KDA and a massive +480 gold differential at the 15-minute mark. This early pressure prevented Hanjin Brion's Viktor from establishing the necessary wave clear to stabilize the map.

The jungle battle was equally decisive. While GIDEON on Pantheon attempted to provide engage for Hanjin Brion, he was simply outplayed by the roaming capabilities of Jarvan IV. The Kiwoom DRX jungler produced a legendary performance, ending the game with a 13.00 KDA (3/1/10) and a 93% kill participation. This level of impact allowed Kiwoom DRX to secure 4 dragons and a crucial Baron, effectively suffocating Hanjin Brion's ability to contest objectives.

The turning point came during a mid-game skirmish around the Baron pit. Hanjin Brion attempted to use Lulu's utility to peel for Yunara, but the sheer burst from Kiwoom DRX's frontline was too much to handle. Corki, played by LazyFeel, contributed significantly to the team's fight, finishing with a 5.00 KDA (1/2/9) and a +463 gold advantage at 15 minutes. This synergy between the bot lane and the jungle allowed Kiwoom DRX to take 8 towers compared to the mere 1 tower held by Hanjin Brion.

By the 28-minute mark, the gold gap had become insurmountable. Kiwoom DRX finished the game with 57.8k gold compared to Hanjin Brion's 50.1k. The destruction of the base was inevitable as the blue side's macro play, led by the vision control of Bard, prevented any meaningful counter-attacks.

In conclusion, this series was a testament to the fact that in League of Legends, momentum can shift in an instant. Despite a disastrous Game 1 and a heavy statistical disadvantage heading into Game 3, Kiwoom DRX proved that aggressive early-game execution and mid-lane dominance can overcome even the most well-structured scaling drafts. For Hanjin Brion, it is a tough lesson in the importance of neutralizing early-game threats to reach the late game.