Introduction
Esports has become a highly competitive industry, and every year brings new and exciting mom
Introduction
Esports has become a highly competitive industry, and every year brings new and exciting moments that thrill fans and players alike. In this article, we will be discussing the top 10 most exhilarating moments in esports history, showcasing the drama, emotion, and adrenaline-fueled action that makes esports so popular.
10. Faker vs Ryu
One of the most iconic moments in League of Legends history was the 2013 OGN Champions Summer Finals, where the legendary player Faker went up against his rival Ryu. Faker's outplay of Ryu's Zed with his own Zed, including dodging Ryu's ultimate, became an instantly legendary moment that every League of Legends fan remembers fondly.
9. Wings vs. DC
The Dota 2 International 2016 Grand Finals between Wings and DC was a heart-stopping affair, with a back-and-forth series that had fans on the edge of their seats. The final game saw Wings pull off a surprise pocket strat, catching DC off guard and securing the championship.
8. StarCraft II's "The Baneling Bust"
Xu "Ivy" Yi's crafty baneling bust in the Intel Extreme Masters Season III World Championship is one of the most iconic moments in StarCraft II history. The underdog player took out the South Korean Legend Lim "BoxeR" Yo Hwan with a surprising and devastating attack that caught everyone by surprise.
7. The Evolution 2015 Melee Grand Finals
The finals of the Melee tournament at Evolution 2015 was one of the most hotly contested matches in Super Smash Bros. history. Hungrybox was up against Armada in a nail-biting series that saw Hungrybox clutch out a win at the last second, securing a victory and claiming the championship title.
6. Dota 2's Fountain Hook
In the 2013 Dota 2 International playoffs, Alliance faced Na'Vi in a match that would go down in esports history. Na'Vi had a clear advantage, but Alliance's unexpected "fountain hook" strategy turned the game around, leading to one of the most talked-about moments in Dota 2 history.
5. Faker's Teleport to Nexus
At the Worlds 2016 Semi-Finals, SKT T1 took on ROX Tigers in a match that saw Faker pull off one of the most exciting plays in League of Legends history. With the Nexus exposed, Faker teleported in, dodging enemy fire and destroying the enemy's base in one spectacular maneuver.
4. The Miracle Run of EHOME
The International 2016 showcased some of the best Dota 2 talent in the world, and the performance of EHOME was one of the biggest surprises of the tournament. The team went on a miraculous run, defeating some of the best teams in the world and cementing their legacy as an underdog team that rose to the top.
3. The Play
The Play is one of the most famous moments in Dota 2 history, showcasing the skill and strategy required to succeed at the highest level of esports. The teamfight between Na'Vi and the Chinese team iG was a back-and-forth affair, but Na'Vi's clever maneuvering, teamwork, and expert execution secured them the win.
2. Cloud9's Comeback
At the Boston Major in 2016, Cloud9 went up against FaZe Clan in a game that seemed lost. Down 15-0, they managed to pull off a miracle comeback, securing round after round and stunning FaZe Clan and the entire esports community with their impressive performance.
1. The 2018 League of Legends World Championship Finals
The 2018 League of Legends World Championship Finals was one of the most intense and exciting moments in esports history. The match between Invictus Gaming and Fnatic was a back-and-forth affair, but Invictus Gaming's expert coordination, mechanical skill, and strategic plays secured them the win, making them the first Chinese team to win the championship.