After a disappointing performance at the 2023 League of Legends World Championship, MAD Lions have ended the year with one of the worst international records among all participating teams. With only a single win against Team BDS, their overall record stands at 1-11 for the season. This follows their struggles at the 2023 Mid-Season Invitational where they were swept by T1 and G2 Esports.
Unfortunately, this trend of underperformance is not new for MAD Lions. In the 2022 World Championship play-in stage, they were also swept by Evil Geniuses. Mid laner Nisqy has particularly struggled at global events, with only two wins against major region teams throughout his career. It is clear that the team has struggled to make an impact against the world’s best, and changes may be necessary during the offseason.
One key player who will have important decisions to make is star jungler Elyoya. With his contract expiring in November, there have been rumors of potential transfers since last year’s offseason. Elyoya has been a crucial part of the team’s success in recent years, but he may be considering other opportunities.
It is worth noting that Elyoya is the only MAD Lions player with an expiring contract this offseason, according to the League global contract database. The organization’s staff will need to make significant decisions to turn the fortunes of the club around for future international events.
Thank you for reading and stay tuned for more updates on MAD Lions’ journey in 2024.
Source: DOTESPORTS
