JD Gaming (JDG) achieved a significant victory against EDward Gaming (EDG) in the Demacia Cup quarterfinals, advancing to the semifinals. The match took place on Saturday, December 27. JDG displayed impressive dominance throughout the games, even in their loss, where they held a gold lead of over 5,700 at one point.
Key Players and Performance
The standout performer for JDG was their midlaner, Tsai “HongQ” Ming-Hong, who earned MVP honors in the three games they won. HongQ showcased exceptional skill on champions such as Viktor, Aurelion Sol, and Anivia.
- Brought exceptional performance: HongQ named MVP for three games
- Other skills: Excelled on Viktor, Aurelion Sol, and Anivia
EDward Gaming’s Journey
EDG concluded a strong run in the tournament, but their elimination marked the end of an undefeated streak in this year’s Demacia Cup. The team maintained a consistent roster from their successful 2025 Summer Split, aiming for redemption after falling short against JDG.
- MVP Highlights: Jungler Peng “Xiaohao” Hao recognized as MVP in four games
- Retention of Talent: Wang “Parukia” Ping-Yang continues to develop as a support player
- Impact of Experience: The return of Hu “Leave” Hong-Chao beneficial for the team
Looking Ahead
JDG’s performance indicates a clear improvement from last year. The combination of Yu “JunJia” Chun-Chia and HongQ continues to strengthen. Additionally, Xu “Xiaoxu” Xing-Zu remains solid in the toplane, while the botlane duo of Chen “GALA” Wei and Zhao “Vampire” Zhe-Can is finding their rhythm.
Moving forward, JDG will face the winner of the best-of-three series between Anyone’s Legend and LGD Gaming in the semifinals. The outcome of this upcoming match could significantly shape the trajectory of the Demacia Cup this year.
