Sentinels and Disguised Clash in LCS 2026 Playoffs Opener
TL;DR
Sentinels, led by star mid laner Tenacity, face Disguised and their standout ADC Styler in the LCS 2026 Playoffs Round 1. Sentinels seek to capitalize on their strong regular season finish, while Disguised looks to shake off recent inconsistencies. Both teams aim to make a deep playoff run.
Watch on YouTubeSentinels and Disguised took to the Rift in the opening round of the LCS 2026 Playoffs, setting the stage for a highly anticipated showdown. Sentinels, fresh off a strong finish to the regular season, looked to their star mid laner Tenacity for leadership and playmaking. Tenacity has been instrumental in their recent successes, guiding the team through a competitive field and into the playoff picture. With eyes set on a potential deep run, Sentinels aimed to leverage their current form against their first playoff opponents.
Disguised, on the other hand, entered the postseason with a different narrative. The team, characterized by their dynamic ADC Styler, faced challenges in maintaining consistency as the season progressed. Despite these hurdles, Disguised managed to secure a playoff berth, setting up a clash against the strong Sentinels. The matchup provided an opportunity for Styler and his squad to prove their strength and potentially turn their fortunes around in the high-stakes environment of the playoffs.
Throughout the regular season, Sentinels demonstrated resilience and adaptability, traits they hoped to carry into their playoff campaign. The team's ability to adapt to various playstyles and opponents was a key factor behind their late-season surge. With Tenacity pulling the strings in the mid lane, Sentinels aimed to exploit any weaknesses in Disguised's defense.
For Disguised, the playoffs represented a fresh start. Despite a rocky path to the postseason, the team sought to reset their focus and capitalize on the talent within their roster. Styler, known for his explosive carry potential, was at the forefront of this initiative. His ability to perform under pressure would be crucial for Disguised in overcoming the challenges posed by Sentinels.
With the stakes high and both teams eager to advance, the opening round of the LCS 2026 Playoffs promised to be an enthralling affair. Sentinels and Disguised each brought their unique strengths and challenges to the table, setting up a narrative-rich matchup. As the series unfolded, fans and analysts alike looked forward to seeing which team would emerge to face the next hurdle in their playoff journey.
Series result
SENSentinels
3 - 2
Sentinels win
DSGDisguised
Picks & Bans
5 gamesSentinels
Disguised
Game 132:55
Disguised won
Kills
8:20
Gold
57.6k:72.3k
Towers
1:11
Dragons
0:5
Barons
0:1
Sentinels · 3 Void Grubs
Disguised · 1 Herald, 3 inhibitors
First objectives: Disguised took first blood; Disguised took first dragon; Disguised took first Herald; Disguised took first Baron; Disguised took first tower.
Standout damage
Impact on Sion
1/2/6 · 20,272 damage
Castle on Ambessa
8/4/8 · 39,181 damage
Game 234:44
Sentinels won
Kills
21:12
Gold
71.4k:63.8k
Towers
10:2
Dragons
2:3
Barons
1:0
Sentinels · 1 Herald, 3 Void Grubs, 1 inhibitor
First objectives: Sentinels took first blood; Disguised took first dragon; Sentinels took first Herald; Sentinels took first Baron; Sentinels took first tower.
Standout damage
Impact on Gnar
6/1/8 · 36,361 damage
sajed on Kai'Sa
7/3/4 · 32,548 damage
Game 335:35
Disguised won
Kills
15:13
Gold
67.2k:73.1k
Towers
4:8
Dragons
4:1
Barons
0:2
Sentinels · 1 Herald, 3 Void Grubs
Disguised · 1 inhibitor
First objectives: Sentinels took first blood; Disguised took first dragon; Sentinels took first Herald; Disguised took first Baron; Sentinels took first tower.
Standout damage
DARKWINGS on Viktor
3/2/7 · 36,936 damage
Castle on Nasus
5/5/6 · 30,743 damage
Game 432:06
Sentinels won
Kills
19:4
Gold
70.0k:55.2k
Towers
11:3
Dragons
4:1
Barons
1:0
Sentinels · 1 Herald, 3 Void Grubs, 3 inhibitors
First objectives: Sentinels took first blood; Disguised took first dragon; Sentinels took first Herald; Sentinels took first Baron; Sentinels took first tower.
Standout damage
DARKWINGS on Veigar
8/0/8 · 35,341 damage
sajed on Corki
1/4/1 · 22,914 damage
Game 532:51
Sentinels won
Kills
14:7
Gold
61.3k:56.1k
Towers
7:3
Dragons
4:0
Barons
1:0
Sentinels · 1 Herald, 2 Void Grubs, 1 inhibitor
Disguised · 1 Void Grub
First objectives: Sentinels took first blood; Sentinels took first dragon; Sentinels took first Herald; Sentinels took first Baron; Sentinels took first tower.
Standout damage
HamBak on Xin Zhao
7/2/4 · 23,895 damage
Castle on Rumble
2/2/3 · 24,730 damage