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NIP vs WE Highlights: WE Win 2-1, LPL Split 1 2026 Week 2

By Onivia Editorial

TL;DR

In a highly anticipated LPL 2026 Split 1 matchup, Ninjas in Pyjamas took on Team WE. Both teams entered the series with high expectations, looking to establish dominance early in the season. The meeting showed the talents of key players from both rosters.

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The LPL 2026 Split 1 saw a thrilling confrontation between Ninjas in Pyjamas and Team WE, two teams with a rich history in the League of Legends pro scene. Entering this series, both teams were eager to assert themselves early in the split, setting the stage for a compelling encounter.

Ninjas in Pyjamas, a team known for its strategic depth and innovation, brought experience and a highly adaptable roster to the table. Key among them is their star AD carry, whose mechanical precision often serves as a cornerstone for their victories. As NiP navigates this split, the performance of their carry will be crucial to their success.

On the other side, Team WE, a staple in the LPL with a legacy of competitive excellence, came into the series with renewed vigor. Their mid laner, recognized for his playmaking ability and versatility, is a critical piece of the puzzle. His ability to control the game's tempo and apply pressure across the map makes him a constant threat to opponents.

This matchup was not just about the standings but also about pride and establishing a pecking order early in the season. With the LPL known for its unpredictable nature and fierce competition, every series counts significantly toward eventual playoff spots. Fans were eager to see if NiP could leverage their strategic innovations against WE's historically strong team cohesion and individual skill.

While the outcomes of the games are not revealed in this narrative, both teams undoubtedly aimed to deliver their best possible performances. The clash between Ninjas in Pyjamas and Team WE in the LPL 2026 Split 1 is a proof to the growing competition and storyline development that makes the league one of the most exciting in the world of esports. As teams continue to jockey for position in the standings, the implications of this matchup will likely echo throughout the split.

Series result

WE

WE

2 - 1

Team WE win

NIP

NIP

Picks & Bans

3 games
Team WE logo

Team WE

blue side
Picks
Cube
Rumble
Rumble
Karis
Azir
Azir
Monki
Dr. Mundo
Dr. Mundo
About
Ezreal
Ezreal
yaoyao
Karma
Karma
Bans
Jayce
Jayce
Neeko
Neeko
Malphite
Malphite
Sivir
Sivir
Kai'Sa
Kai'Sa
Ninjas in Pyjamas logo

Ninjas in Pyjamas

red side
Picks
Guwon
Jarvan IV
Jarvan IV
HOYA
K'Sante
K'Sante
Care
Orianna
Orianna
Assum
Yunara
Yunara
Zhuo
Lulu
Lulu
Bans
Varus
Varus
Akali
Akali
Sylas
Sylas
Rakan
Rakan
Nautilus
Nautilus

Game 144:17

Team WE won

Team WEblue : redNinjas in Pyjamas

Kills

16:16

Gold

87.5k:85.4k

Towers

7:10

Dragons

2:4

Barons

1:1

Team WE · 1 Herald, 1 Void Grub, 1 inhibitor

Ninjas in Pyjamas · 2 Void Grubs

First objectives: Team WE took first blood; Team WE took first dragon; Team WE took first Herald; Team WE took first Baron; Team WE took first tower.

Standout damage

About on Ezreal

7/4/4 · 71,731 damage

Assum on Yunara

7/5/6 · 63,577 damage

Game 236:24

Ninjas in Pyjamas won

Team WEblue : redNinjas in Pyjamas

Kills

15:22

Gold

69.6k:76.7k

Towers

3:8

Dragons

1:4

Barons

2:0

Ninjas in Pyjamas · 1 Herald, 3 Void Grubs, 1 inhibitor

First objectives: Team WE took first blood; Ninjas in Pyjamas took first dragon; Ninjas in Pyjamas took first Herald; Team WE took first Baron; Team WE took first tower.

Standout damage

About on Corki

5/5/5 · 30,705 damage

HOYA on Renekton

8/2/7 · 33,785 damage

Game 338:51

Team WE won

Team WEblue : redNinjas in Pyjamas

Kills

18:19

Gold

81.9k:75.4k

Towers

9:4

Dragons

2:4

Barons

1:1

Team WE · 1 Void Grub, 1 inhibitor

Ninjas in Pyjamas · 1 Herald, 2 Void Grubs

First objectives: Ninjas in Pyjamas took first blood; Ninjas in Pyjamas took first dragon; Ninjas in Pyjamas took first Herald; Team WE took first Baron; Team WE took first tower.

Standout damage

About on Sivir

5/3/9 · 36,568 damage

Assum on Kalista

7/3/7 · 28,738 damage

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