The match between Ninjas in Pyjamas and Royal Never Give Up will take place on February 13, 2025, at 11:00 EET as part of the group stage of LPL Split 1 2025. The match will be played in Bo5 format, and we are ready to share a prediction for the outcome of this clash.

Current Team Form

Ninjas in Pyjamas

NIP approaches the match in good form following a decisive victory over Invictus Gaming in the group stage of the LPL. The arrival of Doinb, an experienced mid laner known for his unconventional picks and active map play, could be a key factor in this matchup. It's also worth noting Leave, who consistently delivers strong performances in the bot lane.

Royal Never Give Up

RNG has yet to find their game — the team lost all three matches at the Demacia Cup, including a loss to NIP. Despite a recent victory over FPX, the defeat by iG highlighted the team's weaknesses. There are also concerns about roster uncertainty — recently signed Xiaoxu and Milkyway still need time to synergize.

Match Prediction

On paper, NIP appears to be the favorites — they have already defeated RNG in December, and the addition of Doinb has brought versatility to the team. RNG has the potential to put up a fight, but instability and recent roster changes may work against them.

PREDICTION: a victory for Ninjas in Pyjamas with a score of 3:0

The LPL Split 1 2025 tournament runs from January to February 2025, featuring 16 teams competing for a slot at First Stand 2025. You can follow the tournament's developments via this link.