LGD Gaming Fails to Qualify for TI 2024

The International (TI) 2024 China Qualifier saw a significant upset as LGD Gaming did not qualify for the annual event. This is the first time in 11 years that the team will miss the prestigious tournament.

LGD Gaming's Dota 2 Roster

• Guo „shiro“ Xuanang
• Xu „Echo“ Ziliang
• Li „niu“ Kongbo
• Xiong „Pyw“ Jiahan
• Zhang „y`“ Yiping

This marks a major shift in the competitive Dota 2 landscape.

LGD Gaming Eliminated from TI 2024 China Qualifier

The Dota 2 competitive community faced a major shock when LGD Gaming was eliminated from the 2024 TI China Qualifier. This marks their first failure to secure a spot in The International in 11 years. The fateful journey began with a loss to Azure Ray, a team widely regarded as the favorites in the matchup.

After being pushed to the lower bracket, LGD Gaming encountered Team Turtle, a squad composed of renowned Chinese veterans, including Somnus and Chalice. Ironically, both Azure Ray and Team Turtle featured former players from LGD Gaming's own roster. This particular loss to Team Turtle sealed LGD Gaming's fate, preventing their entry into the main event.

LGD Gaming's struggles stem from a recent period of inactivity dedicated to roster changes. Despite these adjustments, which included a new midlaner, their performance remained inconsistent. Consequently, LGD Gaming will miss the Copenhagen TI, a first in their decade-long history.

A Long Decorated History for LGD Gaming

LGD Gaming has stood as a defining force in the world of competitive Dota 2. Beginning their journey at The International (TI) 2012, they secured a notable 3rd place in their debut. This accomplishment set the stage for a decade of consistent performances in the global arena.

Despite facing periods of low performance, LGD has demonstrated an ability to rebound during critical events. Their history underlined this resilience as they frequently placed in the top ranks at TI events. For instance, the team finished in the top 12 to top 6 in various global competitions in recent seasons. Yet, they showcased their dominance by clinching a remarkable 3rd place at The International 2023.

The team's consistent presence and exceptional finishes highlight their enduring competitiveness:

Throughout their storied history, LGD Gaming has consistently delivered impressive performances, reaffirming their status as one of Dota 2's most formidable teams.

More TI Pioneers Will Not Compete in TI 2024

Dota 2 analyst, Ben „Noxville“ Steenhuisen, noted several prominent absences from The International 2024. He highlighted teams with the most appearances at TI, revealing that the top three—LGD Gaming, Evil Geniuses, and Fnatic—will miss this year's event. LGD Gaming was unable to secure a spot in the qualifiers, while Evil Geniuses and Fnatic exited the Dota 2 scene earlier. Among these frequent contenders, only Team Liquid has qualified for the tournament. In contrast, Team Secret faces a challenging path through the Western Europe Qualifier.