T1's Keria couldn't hide her emotions during her victory against Jingdong Gaming allowing her to see New Jeans' concert at Gochuk Skydome.
In the competitive world of League of Legends, it is not uncommon to see passions intersect between esports and pop culture. One of the most recent and notable examples of this synergy is the interaction between the T1 team, famous for their League of Legends prowess, and the K-pop group NewJeans. This unexpected convergence took place during the League of Legends Worlds 2023 semi-final, where T1 advanced to the grand finals after defeating JDG.
T1, led by Keria, scored a crucial victory against JDG in the League of Legends Worlds 2023 semifinals, advancing to the final at Gochuk Skydome. The victory sparked particular excitement for the anticipated performance from NewJeans, the K-pop group behind the 2023 Worlds anthem. Keria's enthusiasm for NewJeans and the impending final in Seoul reveals a fascinating intersection between esports and pop culture.
Keria will see NewJeans in the Worlds final, and maybe even win the competition (incidentally)
November 12, 2023, marked a milestone for Team T1, who brilliantly defeated JDG in the League of Legends World Championship semi-finals, securing their place in the finals. The win was particularly meaningful for T1's support player Ryu "Keria" Min-seok, who is known for his admiration for K-pop group NewJeans.
In the competitive world of LoL, Keria has stood out not only for his exceptional talent on the field but also for his affection for NewJeans, a group that has quickly captured the hearts of fans around the world with their catchy music and their chic style. Their song “GODS”, the official anthem of the 2023 Worlds, has become a real phenomenon, and the group is expected to perform at the opening ceremony of the final.
Keria's commitment to NewJeans reached its peak during their victory against JDG, where he expressed his joy and anticipation of seeing NewJeans in person. This spontaneous statement quickly gained popularity, going viral within the esports and K-pop communities.
Keria: "NAISUU!!!! Jingdong Down!"
— Ashley Kang (@AshleyKang) November 12, 2023
Keria: "Here I come, NewJeans!"
Keria: 'Here I come, Gochuk Skydome!"
(Not meme, actually @T1Keria's comms)#Worlds2023 #NewJeans pic.twitter.com/2dq5yko3eR
Ahead of the 2023 Worlds Finals, scheduled for November 19 at the Gochuk Skydome, excitement is building not only for the match itself but also for NewJeans' performance. The anticipated interaction between Keria and NewJeans perfectly illustrates the fascinating blend of the worlds of esports and popular culture. Moreover, the NewJeans singers who also follow the LoL Worlds in South Korea, reacted to Keria's enthusiasm for the concert in Seoul.
#NewJeans Hanni and Minji REACTED to @T1Keria
— Ashley Kang (@AshleyKang) November 12, 2023
screaming "Here I come, @NewJeans_ADOR!"
🐰Minji: I think he was really serious when he said "Here I come, NewJeans!"
🐰Hanni: ☺️☺️
🐰Minji: Well, we're also preparing very hard for #Worlds2023 finals stage 🤭
🐰Hanni: Ofc ofc~ https://t.co/5K6UVlcUq6 pic.twitter.com/gzXZ0DNJv6
T1 is gearing up for a crucial clash against Weibo Gaming, with not only the prestigious Summoner's Cup on the line but also T1's quest for their fourth world title. This final promises to be a spectacle not to be missed, both for fans of League of Legends and for those of NewJeans.
T1's rise to the League of Legends Worlds 2023 Finals is a journey that transcends just esports. Keria's overwhelming passion for NewJeans and their impending performance at the opening ceremony adds an extra layer of excitement to an already highly anticipated event.
#NewJeans Hyein also found out about @T1Keria's comms and commented on it
— Ashley Kang (@AshleyKang) November 12, 2023
"Here I come, NewJeans? kkkk It's so funny T_T 🥰"@NewJeans_ADOR#Worlds2023📷 https://t.co/lwfVJukOAy pic.twitter.com/xQ4n3nur2c
As the final showdown approaches, fans around the world prepare for a memorable spectacle, where high-level competition blends seamlessly with the pop culture brilliance of the Land of Morning Calm.
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