After a disappointing match against Team T1, which was crucial to reaching Worlds 2024, KT star Rolster Deft announced his retirement from the army. The move was an unexpected conclusion to a difficult season for the team and the end of one of the most illustrious careers in League of Legends.
KT Rolster and their lead player Deft endured a busy season in their quest to qualify for the 2024 World Championship. However, their hopes were dashed after losing a crucial match against T1, which determined the last slot at Worlds. As a result of this defeat, Deft made the decision to end his career with the team and leave for military service.
Translation of the post: I've learned, achieved and gained a lot since then, but if I had to leave everything and come back, I would because you guys have given me so many happy and amazing memories. Thank you for that. I hope you are always happy and healthy. I look forward to the day when I can come back and welcome you all back again.
KT Rolster's coach and players discuss the reasons behind the defeat and plans for the future in cybersports
After the disappointing loss to T1 in the deciding match for a slot at Worlds 2024, KT Rolster coach Kang Dong-hoon expressed regret over the incident, noting that the players showed incredible effort throughout the season. He also emphasized that the team faced difficulties in the training camp phase, and an early mistake in the first game prevented them from implementing all the strategies they had prepared.
When it came to the fifth game and the use of Camille 'Perfect', Deft explained that it was a difficult match-up as 'Zeus' was the only player playing Yone top, making it difficult to prepare. Coach Kang Dong Hoon added that the team believed that they could suppress their opponent's growth, but the excessive desire to control the game caused it to spiral out of control.
Deft also shared his future plans, noting that after serving in the military, he hopes to return to cybersports again and challenge himself again. In their final words, both Coach and Deft thanked the fans for their support and assured that the team will continue to work on improving their performance in the future.
Summing Up and Prospects for a Comeback
Fans of KT Rolster and the entire cybersports scene will miss Deft, who has left a significant mark on the history of League of Legends. His retirement from the military marks the end of an important stage in his career, but he has already hinted at the possibility of returning to cybersports in the future. The team and its fans are hopeful that Deft will be able to return and continue his career after his service is over.
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