Kiwoom DRX vs DN SOOPers Prediction: LCK 2026 Rise Group Preview and Score Forecast

Kiwoom DRX and DN SOOPers will meet in an important best-of-three series during the Rise Group phase of the 2026 League of Legends Champions Korea season.

The Kiwoom DRX vs DN SOOPers match is scheduled to begin on August 6, 2026, at 16:00 UTC+8. Both teams are competing for positioning in the lower half of the LCK table, where every series can directly affect play-in qualification and elimination risk.

Users can review the available outcomes through the Kiwoom DRX vs DN SOOPers prediction market on MEXC.

Summary

Kiwoom DRX are predicted to defeat DN SOOPers 2–1.

Both teams have struggled for consistency during the 2026 season, but Kiwoom DRX have shown the stronger recent level. They have recorded victories over DN SOOPers, HANJIN BRION and Nongshim RedForce, while DN SOOPers have endured an extended sequence of defeats against LCK opposition.

The matchup should nevertheless be competitive. DN SOOPers have experienced players in Pyosik, Clozer, Deokdam and DuDu, and their historical results against Kiwoom DRX are better than their current form suggests.

Kiwoom DRX’s stronger objective statistics, more reliable mid-lane production and recent 2–0 win over DN SOOPers give them a narrow but meaningful advantage.

Final prediction: Kiwoom DRX 2–1 DN SOOPers.

Estimated probability: Kiwoom DRX 62% – DN SOOPers 38%.

Kiwoom DRX vs DN SOOPers Match Details

The match is listed as an LCK Rounds 3–4 Rise Group BO3. The official LoL Esports schedule should be checked for any last-minute start-time or broadcast changes.

What Is the LCK Rise Group?

The 2026 LCK divided its teams into two groups after the first two rounds of the regular season.

The top five teams entered the Legend Group, while the bottom five were placed in the Rise Group. Teams retained their earlier records and then began a double round-robin schedule consisting of best-of-three matches.

The top Rise Group teams can still reach the postseason play-in stage, while the bottom teams face elimination from championship contention. The format makes direct meetings between teams such as Kiwoom DRX and DN SOOPers particularly important.

Kiwoom DRX Team Analysis

Kiwoom DRX have not produced consistent series results throughout 2026, but their underlying statistics are stronger than those of DN SOOPers.

The available team database lists Kiwoom DRX with a 36.2% map win rate across 47 games. The team also recorded a 58.3% first-dragon rate, a 64.7% first-tower rate and a strong 73.7% success rate in games where it secured the first Baron.

The likely Kiwoom DRX lineup includes:

Ucal has been Kiwoom DRX’s most consistent individual performer, with the strongest listed KDA among the regular starters. Willer is also important because the team’s best games usually begin with early jungle control and successful movement toward the first dragon.

Kiwoom DRX’s Main Strengths

Kiwoom DRX are most dangerous when they establish early lane priority and convert it into neutral objectives.

Their first-dragon percentage is considerably higher than DN SOOPers’ corresponding figure. That suggests Kiwoom are more comfortable organizing the first major five-player contest.

The team also has multiple experienced solo laners. Rich and Ucal can create advantages without requiring all of Willer’s attention, allowing the jungler to focus on vision, river control and bottom-lane pressure.

Kiwoom DRX’s Main Weaknesses

Kiwoom DRX often struggle to maintain control after gaining an early lead.

Their overall record shows that first towers and dragons have not always become series victories. Poor side-lane management or an unnecessary mid-game fight can allow opponents back into the game.

DN SOOPers have enough experienced players to punish those mistakes. Kiwoom must therefore avoid forcing Baron or dragon fights without complete information about the opposing team’s position.

DN SOOPers Team Analysis

DN SOOPers enter the matchup with a difficult recent record.

The available 2026 database lists the team at a 26% map win rate across 77 games. DN SOOPers average fewer dragons, Barons and towers per game than Kiwoom DRX, although they have posted a competitive first-tower rate.

Their core lineup includes:

This roster contains several players with international and LCK experience. Pyosik is a former world champion, while DuDu, Clozer and Deokdam have all played significant numbers of top-level Korean matches.

DN SOOPers’ Main Strengths

DN SOOPers still possess enough mechanical ability to win individual lanes.

DuDu can become an important carry from the top side, particularly when he receives a strong counterpick. Pyosik is also capable of creating unpredictable early jungle paths that disrupt an opponent’s planned objective setup.

The team’s first-tower percentage indicates that DN SOOPers can create early structural advantages even when their overall results are poor.

DN SOOPers’ Main Weaknesses

The largest problem is converting early opportunities into controlled mid-game positions.

DN SOOPers average only 1.7 dragons and 0.4 Barons per game in the available sample. Those numbers suggest difficulty maintaining river vision and contesting important objectives after the laning phase.

Their recent results also include several 0–2 defeats. When DN SOOPers fall behind, they frequently struggle to create a safe route back into the game.

Kiwoom DRX vs DN SOOPers Head-to-Head Analysis

The teams have produced mixed results against each other during 2026.

DN SOOPers won one of their earlier meetings 2–1, but Kiwoom DRX responded by winning a later series 2–0. This recent split makes the matchup more competitive than the teams’ overall records alone would suggest.

The comparison gives Kiwoom DRX an advantage in objective control and recent direct form.

Key Factors That Could Decide the Series

1. Willer vs Pyosik

The jungle matchup is likely to determine which team controls the first dragon.

Willer should attempt to create predictable, structured setups around Ucal and the bottom lane. Pyosik may prefer unusual pathing and early invades that prevent Kiwoom from following its planned opening.

2. Ucal vs Clozer

Ucal has produced the stronger individual statistics, but Clozer is capable of playing aggressively and creating solo-lane pressure.

Kiwoom should prioritize a mid-lane champion that can secure early wave control. DN SOOPers may instead give Clozer a carry pick capable of attacking Ucal directly.

3. Bottom-Lane Stability

Deokdam remains one of DN SOOPers’ most important damage sources.

Kiwoom must prevent him from reaching the mid game with a large item advantage. If LazyFeel or Jiwoo can remain even during the laning phase, Kiwoom should have the more balanced team-fighting composition.

4. First Dragon and Herald

Both teams have struggled when forced to play from behind. The first major objective may therefore have an unusually large psychological and strategic effect.

Kiwoom’s superior first-dragon percentage gives them the statistical advantage, but DN SOOPers’ first-tower record shows that they may trade objectives rather than contest directly.

5. Game 1 Draft

Winning the first map is especially important for two teams with inconsistent records.

The Game 1 winner will gain greater freedom in later drafts, while the losing team may be forced to reveal priority champions earlier than planned.

Kiwoom DRX vs DN SOOPers Prediction

This series should be closer than a simple comparison of recent win rates suggests.

DN SOOPers have experienced players and enough laning strength to win one map. Pyosik and Clozer can create early advantages, while Deokdam gives the team a dependable late-game damage option.

However, Kiwoom DRX have been more effective around dragons and have already recorded a recent 2–0 victory in this matchup.

Ucal’s consistency and Kiwoom’s stronger neutral-objective control should become decisive in a third map.

Predicted winner: Kiwoom DRX

Predicted score: Kiwoom DRX 2–1 DN SOOPers

Estimated probability: Kiwoom DRX 62% – DN SOOPers 38%

Prediction confidence: Medium

Possible Series Scenario

Kiwoom DRX are likely to begin by playing around mid and bottom priority.

They may win Game 1 through early dragon control before DN SOOPers respond with a more aggressive draft built around Pyosik and DuDu.

A deciding third game should favor Kiwoom if Ucal can maintain mid-lane control and Willer avoids unnecessary early risks.

Projected map sequence:

• Game 1: Kiwoom DRX
• Game 2: DN SOOPers
• Game 3: Kiwoom DRX

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FAQ

When is Kiwoom DRX vs DN SOOPers?

The match is scheduled for August 6, 2026, at 16:00 UTC+8.

What competition is the match part of?

It is part of the LCK 2026 Rounds 3–4 Rise Group.

What is the match format?

Kiwoom DRX vs DN SOOPers is a best-of-three League of Legends series.

Who is predicted to win?

Kiwoom DRX are predicted to win because of their stronger recent form, better objective statistics and recent 2–0 victory over DN SOOPers.

What is the predicted score?

The predicted score is Kiwoom DRX 2–1 DN SOOPers.

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Disclaimer

This article is provided for informational and entertainment purposes only. Esports results are affected by drafting, patches, roster decisions and in-game execution.

The predicted winner, score and probabilities are editorial estimates and do not guarantee the outcome. Verify the official schedule, lineups and MEXC market rules before participating.