Dplus KIA vs Kiwoom DRX Betting Tips – KRX Chase Upset Against Dplus KIA
Dplus KIA and Kiwoom DRX clash this Friday in the final week of LCK 2026 Rounds 1-2. With Dplus KIA firmly in the playoffs and Kiwoom DRX out of contention, pride and momentum are on the line. Dplus KIA lead the head-to-head 2-0 and are clear favorites, but recent form shows KRX are improving and could challenge strongly. Viewers can watch live via official LCK channels or bookmakers like Stake. While Dplus KIA should win, underestimating KRX could be risky given their recent performances.
- Dplus KIA vs Kiwoom DRX League of Legends betting preview and tips for Friday, May 29, in the final week of LCK 2026, Rounds 1-2 (17:00 KST)
- Dplus KIA are expected to dominate
- Kiwoom DRX have been playing well of late
Dplus KIA vs Kiwoom DRX Betting Predictions
Dplus KIA and Kiwoom DRX will face off on Friday, May 29, in the final week of League of Legends Champions Korea (LCK) 2026 Rounds 1-2, in their third clash of the season.
- Dplus KIA vs Kiwoom DRX Betting Predictions
- Dplus KIA Are 2-0 Up in H2H
- Where to Watch Dplus KIA vs Kiwoom DRX Live?
- Dplus KIA Are Doing Well
- Dplus KIA Squad & Team News
- Kiwoom DRX Continue To Impress
- Kiwoom DRX Squad & Team News
Both teams are more or less done with the split, as Dplus KIA are locked in for the playoffs, while Kiwoom DRX are locked out. This, however, does not mean both will want to roll over and die, as DK will want to build momentum and KRX will want to finish the split strong.
Between the two, KRX have looked relatively better, showing improvement in the recent weeks. Dplus KIA, on the other side, have been stagnating, with no notable movements in the quality of their performances, although they have reached higher highs than KRX.
On paper, this is Dplus KIA’s game to lose, but KRX are not to be underestimated
- Both teams have nothing left to fight for
- KRX can bite
- Dplus KIA should win, but it will not be easy
Dplus KIA Are 2-0 Up in H2H
Dplus KIA and Kiwoom DRX have met twice this season, with both games ending in Dplus KIA’s favour.
| Date | Event | Winner | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 7 | LCK 2026 Cup | Dplus KIA | 2-0 |
| February 13 | LCK 2026 Cup Playoffs | Dplus KIA | 3-2 |
| April 4 | LCK 2026 Rounds 1-2 | Dplus KIA | 2-0 |
Where to Watch Dplus KIA vs Kiwoom DRX Live?
Esports fans can follow the clash between Dplus KIA and Kiwoom DRX on any streaming platform via official LCK channels. Alternatively, free live streaming of LCK Rounds 1-2 is available on Stake and any other prominent bookmaker, which also offer in-play betting options.
- Visit Stake
- Log in or sign up with promo code NEWBONUS and claim your welcome bonus
- Navigate to the LoL section and the LCK market
- Open the live stream and explore in-play betting options
Dplus KIA Are Doing Well
Dplus KIA are through to the playoffs, having won nine out of 16 games this split. This is enough for a top-six finish, and they have no more chances of improving their position for the playoffs.
Despite the overall solid performances this split, Dplus KIA have been showing some cracks, as they’ve recently dropped maps against BNK FEARX and HAJIN BRION. While Dplus still got it done and closed out the two games 2-1, they have given their opponents too much room, and it nearly allowed FEARX to cause an upset.
Their issues make Dplus KIA appear vulnerable, especially now that they’ve locked in a playoff spot and where the motivation to play at their best is no longer there. This, while a poor excuse to doubt Dplus KIA, is something to consider.
| Date | Event | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 26 | EWC 2026 Korea Qualifier | Hanwha Life Esports | 0-3 (L) |
| May 25 | EWC 2026 Korea Qualifier | T1 | 1-3 (L) |
| May 23 | LCK 2026 Rounds 1-2 | BNK FEARX | 2-1 (W) |
| May 21 | LCK 2026 Rounds 1-2 | HAJIN BRION | 2-1 (W) |
| May 15 | LCK 2026 Rounds 1-2 | Hanwha Life Esports | 0-2 (L) |
Dplus KIA Squad & Team News
No changes for Dplus KIA.
- Jeon "Siwoo" Si-woo – top lane
- Choi "Lucid" Yong-hyeok – jungle
- Heo "ShowMaker" Su – mid lane
- Sin "Smash" Guem-jae – ADC
- Oh "Career" Hyung-suk – support
Kiwoom DRX Continue To Impress
Kiwoom DRX lost their last game against BNK FEARX 1-2. It marked their 12th loss of the season and locked KRX into the bottom four this split, meaning they will not be making the playoffs.
Despite the unfortunate ending to the split, Kiwoom DRX have been playing well recently. Their early-game was iffy early in the split, but improved significantly of late, making KRX a solid mid-table team by early-game performance metrics.
In their last outing, KRX lost the first map due to a worse draft. Then they blew pen the second map with strong movement and macro, but lost the third map, which was highly competitive. Likely one of the closest and most competitive games of the season.
Overall, a very strong showing from Kiwoom DRX, and another promising display.
| Date | Event | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 27 | LCK 2026 Rounds 1-2 | BNK FEARX | 1-2 (L) |
| May 22 | LCK 2026 Rounds 1-2 | DN SOOPers | 0-2 (W) |
| May 20 | LCK 2026 Rounds 1-2 | T1 | 1-2 (L) |
| May 17 | LCK 2026 Rounds 1-2 | HAJIN BRION | 2-1 (W) |
| May 14 | LCK 2026 Rounds 1-2 | KT Rolster | 1-2 (L) |
Kiwoom DRX Squad & Team News
Kiwoom DRX have not made any roster changes.
- Lee "Rich" Jae-won – top lane
- Kim "Willer" Jeong-hyeon – jungle
- Son "ucal" Woo-hyeon – mid lane
- Trần "LazyFeel" Bảo Minh – ADC
- Mun "Andil" Gwan-bin – support
Verdict
Dplus KIA should be winning games like this, but they’re up against a team who have been improving rapidly over the last few weeks and have been posting seriously impressive results against strong opponents.
This game has no meaning for either team as they’ve both essentially completed the split. But both will want to deliver, so much of what they’ve shown recently is expected to continue here.
This game has no meaning for either team as they’ve both essentially completed the split. But both will want to deliver, so much of what they’ve shown recently is expected to continue here.
Dplus are rightly the favourites, but Kiwoom DRX have been playing too well recently for them to roll over and die.
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