Team Secret Wales (TSW) from Vietnam saw their journey at the 2026 League of Legends Mid-Season Invitational (MSI) come to an end after a defeat to Lion in the lower bracket of the bracket stage at the Daejeon Convention Center in Yuseong-gu, Daejeon, on the 8th. Despite their impressive 3-1 victory over TES, they couldn’t replicate the success in the following series.
In a post-match interview with INVEN, ‘Pun’ Nguyen Dang Khoa, TSW’s top laner, reflected on the loss and elimination. He mentioned, “I think Lion had a well-prepared pick-ban strategy that worked against us. Losing the first set really affected our morale.”
Although TSW’s MSI run ends here, their victory over TES will be remembered in MSI history. ‘Pun’ expressed mixed feelings, saying, “While I’m happy we managed to secure a win against TES, I can’t help but feel disappointed because we aimed for a top-four finish.”
‘Pun’, known for his expertise with Volibear, showcased his skills with the champion during the First Stand and MSI. He emphasized, “Volibear can still be effective in certain situations, but it’s crucial to pick it wisely based on the circumstances.”
When asked for advice for other Volibear players, ‘Pun’ suggested, “Focus on farming and ganking before level 6, and utilize a ‘proxy’ strategy to create opportunities.” He also highlighted the match against TES as the most memorable moment of the tournament.
Looking ahead, ‘Pun’ expressed his determination to learn from their MSI experience and improve for the upcoming Summer Season. He acknowledged the support from the passionate crowd during the match against TES, stating, “We will address our mistakes and strive to show a better version of ourselves.”
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