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Ninjas in Pyjamas Triumph in Thrilling Tiebreaker Against Team WE

By Onivia Editorial

TL;DR

In a nail-biting tiebreaker match, Ninjas in Pyjamas secured their spot in the playoffs by defeating Team WE in the LPL 2026 Split 1. The highlight reel showcases key plays and pivotal moments that defined this crucial encounter.

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In a high-stakes showdown that had fans on the edge of their seats, Ninjas in Pyjamas (NIP) emerged victorious over Team WE in the LPL 2026 Split 1 tiebreaker match. The February 7 clash was not just a battle for playoff positioning, but a display of skill, strategy, and resilience from both teams. Highlights from the match reveal the intense gameplay that fans have come to expect from the League of Legends Pro League.

NIP started strong, leveraging their early game advantages to establish a lead. With standout performances from their star players, the team executed a series of well-coordinated team fights that pushed them ahead in both gold and objectives. The highlight video captures the pivotal moment when NIP's mid-laner secured a crucial double kill, turning the tide in their favor and setting the stage for their eventual victory.

Despite their best efforts, Team WE struggled to maintain momentum against NIP’s relentless pressure. The highlight reel showcases some standout plays from Team WE as well, including a valiant attempt to mount a comeback in the mid-game. However, as the match progressed, NIP's coordination and strategic execution proved too formidable for Team WE to overcome.

The victory not only propels NIP into the playoffs but also cements their status as a team to watch in the ongoing LPL season. As the competitive scene heats up, fans eagerly await to see how this victory will shape their upcoming matches and if they can carry this momentum forward into the playoffs.

Series result

WE

WE

0 - 2

Ninjas in Pyjamas win

NIP

NIP

Picks & Bans

2 games
Team WE logo

Team WE

blue side
Picks
About
Yunara
Yunara
Monki
Xin Zhao
Xin Zhao
yaoyao
Lulu
Lulu
Karis
Ziggs
Ziggs
Cube
Gwen
Gwen
Bans
Neeko
Neeko
Jayce
Jayce
Varus
Varus
Malphite
Malphite
Jarvan IV
Jarvan IV
Ninjas in Pyjamas logo

Ninjas in Pyjamas

red side
Picks
Care
Azir
Azir
Assum
Aphelios
Aphelios
Zhuo
Thresh
Thresh
HOYA
Renekton
Renekton
Guwon
Qiyana
Qiyana
Bans
Orianna
Orianna
Ryze
Ryze
Rumble
Rumble
Akali
Akali
LeBlanc
LeBlanc

Game 139:13

Ninjas in Pyjamas won

Team WEblue : redNinjas in Pyjamas

Kills

14:21

Gold

76.4k:87.8k

Towers

9:11

Dragons

2:4

Barons

0:3

Team WE · 3 Void Grubs

Ninjas in Pyjamas · 1 Herald, 4 inhibitors

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

Standout damage

Karis on Ziggs

2/0/2 · 35,672 damage

Assum on Aphelios

9/4/7 · 36,296 damage

Game 231:49

Ninjas in Pyjamas won

Team WEblue : redNinjas in Pyjamas

Kills

8:20

Gold

61.9k:70.0k

Towers

5:10

Dragons

3:2

Barons

0:1

Team WE · 1 Herald, 3 Void Grubs

Ninjas in Pyjamas · 1 inhibitor

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

Standout damage

Cube on Rumble

1/4/4 · 29,093 damage

Care on Ryze

10/2/8 · 20,536 damage

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