LEC finals champion G2 Esports beat Karmine Corp 3-2 on June 7, winning a five-game Spring Playoffs final and taking Europe’s top seed for MSI 2026.
Karmine Corp still qualify for MSI as the LEC’s second seed after pushing G2 to the final game. Rudy “SkewMond” Semaan was named Finals MVP after a standout series in the jungle, capped by a dominant Game 5 Nasus performance that helped G2 close the final under maximum pressure.
For Rasmus “Caps” Winther, the victory also added another milestone to one of the most decorated careers in Western League of Legends. The G2 mid laner has now won his 17th LEC and EU LCS title.
G2 finals win came after another five-game battle with KC
G2 and Karmine Corp needed all five games to settle the LEC finals, continuing a rivalry that has become one of Europe’s defining matchups.
KC opened the series with the sharper game, staying patient early before taking control through cleaner objective fights. Game-level statistics from Games of Legends showed KC’s carries leading the damage profile in the opener, with Caliste listed at 957 DPM and Kyeahoo at 871 DPM, while Yike finished 5/1/5 from the jungle.
G2 answered immediately in Game 2, building an early lead and snowballing it into a fast equalizer. KC then moved back ahead in Game 3, putting G2 one loss away from surrendering the trophy.
The defending champions refused to fold. G2 forced Silver Scrapes with a controlled Game 4, then turned Game 5 into SkewMond’s showcase. His Nasus jungle became the defining pick of the final, giving G2 a scaling front line, objective control, and enough threat to break KC’s last defense.
The full series highlights capture how quickly the final shifted from KC’s early control to G2’s closing surge.
G2’s win also continues their run as Europe’s most reliable trophy team, while KC leave the split with MSI qualification but without the first seed they were one game away from claiming.
SkewMond wins Finals MVP after decisive jungle performances
SkewMond’s Finals MVP award was built on consistency across the full best-of-five and a massive final game. He went deathless in three of the five games, according to the post-final broadcast and match reporting, and his Game 5 Nasus gave G2 one of the clearest win conditions of the entire series.
The pick looked risky on paper, especially in a final game against a KC lineup with Canna, Yike, Kyeahoo, Caliste, and Busio. In practice, it became the series breaker. SkewMond stacked freely, controlled fights around objectives, and turned from utility jungler into a late-game carry threat.
His award also underlines how much G2’s title identity has shifted. Caps still provided the veteran calm and playmaking, Hans Sama and Labrov gave the team stability in key fights, and BrokenBlade absorbed pressure across the series, but SkewMond was the player who turned the final into G2’s game.
LEC Spring Playoffs final standings after G2 vs KC
The LEC’s MSI lineup is now set. G2 and Karmine Corp will carry the LEC flag at MSI 2026. G2 earned the first seed by winning the split, while KC claimed the second after reaching the final.
The trophy also puts G2 into the Esports World Cup 2026.
| Place | Team | Result | MSI status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | G2 Esports | Defeated KC 3-2 in the final | Qualified as LEC No. 1 seed |
| 2nd | Karmine Corp | Lost final 2-3 to G2 | Qualified as LEC No. 2 seed |
| 3rd | Movistar KOI | Lost lower final 0-3 to KC | Not qualified |
| 4th | GIANTX | Lost lower round 2 0-3 to KC | Not qualified |
| 5th | Team Vitality | Eliminated by GIANTX | Not qualified |
| 6th | Natus Vincere | Eliminated by KC | Not qualified |
G2 did not enter playoffs as the favorite on paper. G2’s playoff run began from third seed, but they grew into the bracket. G2 came into playoffs as the third seed and left as champions, turning a difficult bracket into another LEC title.
Who is going to MSI 2026?
MSI 2026 will be played in Daejeon, South Korea, with 11 teams. The LEC, LCK, LCS, LCP, and LPL each send two teams, while CBLOL sends one.
As of June 8, several regional leagues still have remaining qualification matches, so not every MSI team is locked. G2, KC, Top Esports, Team Secret Whales, Deep Cross Gaming, and FURIA are among the confirmed teams so far.
| Region | Locked MSI teams so far | Seed/status |
|---|---|---|
| LEC | G2 Esports, Karmine Corp | G2 No. 1 seed, KC No. 2 seed |
| LPL | Top Esports | Qualified, final seed still dependent on LPL finish |
| LCK | TBD | Two teams still to be decided |
| LCS | TBD | Two teams still to be decided |
| LCP | Team Secret Whales, Deep Cross Gaming | Both qualified |
| CBLOL | FURIA | CBLOL representative |
The official LoL Esports tournament page will finalize the bracket once every regional seed is locked. G2’s advantage is important because Europe’s first seed starts deeper into the event structure, while KC must take the harder path through the Play-In stage.
Meet the G2 Esports roster
G2’s latest LEC title came from a lineup built around experience, flexibility, and a breakout Finals MVP performance. BrokenBlade gave the team a reliable top-side anchor, SkewMond controlled the jungle and took over the final games, Caps added another trophy to his record-setting LEC career, while Hans Sama and Labrov held the bot lane steady through a tense five-game series.
Together, BrokenBlade, SkewMond, Caps, Hans Sama, and Labrov gave G2 enough answers across the series to survive Karmine Corp’s pressure and close out the LEC finals in Game 5.
Caps adds a 17th LEC title to his record
Caps’ 17th LEC and EU LCS title is one of the biggest individual storylines from the final. The Danish mid laner has won championships with Fnatic and G2, and this latest trophy further separates him from the rest of Europe’s all-time greats.
His role in the final was not only about highlight plays. G2 needed steadiness after falling behind 2-1, and Caps remained central to how the team handled pressure, side-lane movement, and late-game setups. For more competitive coverage beyond League of Legends, visit RiftDaily’s esports hub.
Frequently asked questions about G2 winning the LEC finals
Who took the G2 vs KC final?
G2 Esports took the final 3-2 over Karmine Corp on June 7, 2026.
Who got Finals MVP?
SkewMond was named Finals MVP after a standout jungle series, including a dominant Game 5 on Nasus.
Are G2 going to MSI 2026?
Yes. G2 qualified for MSI 2026 as the LEC No. 1 seed after winning the Spring Playoffs.
Are Karmine Corp going to MSI 2026?
Yes. Karmine Corp are also going to MSI 2026. They qualify as Europe’s second seed after finishing runner-up.
How many LEC titles has Caps won?
Caps has now won 17 LEC and EU LCS titles, extending his record as one of the most successful players in European League of Legends history.
Which teams are locked for MSI 2026 so far?
G2 Esports and Karmine Corp are confirmed from the LEC. Top Esports have qualified from the LPL, Team Secret Whales and Deep Cross Gaming are in from the LCP, and FURIA will represent CBLOL. The remaining spots from the LCK, LCS, and LPL are still open.
Europe heads to MSI with G2 on top again
G2’s 3-2 win over KC gives Europe a familiar champion, a new Finals MVP storyline, and a major Caps milestone before MSI. The rivalry with Karmine Corp now moves to the international stage, where G2 enter as the LEC’s first seed and KC must prove they can survive the longer route.
More tournament updates, roster moves, and match coverage will continue through RiftDaily’s news section as MSI qualification is completed across every region.
