Dplus vs Karmine Corp: Best betting odds, picks for Esports World Cup 2026 grand final

Hannan Mundia Published 19/07/2026

The League of Legends Esports World Cup 2026 grand final matchup has been determined, but which team will come out on top between Dplus and Karmine Corp?

Match	Dplus vs Karmine Corp – EWC 2026
Start time	July 19 2026, at 8:30 pm ET
Our pick	Karmine Corp to win, over 4.5 games
Betting favorite	Dplus

While there were multiple favorites going into the LoL EWC 2026, few assumed that Dplus and Karmine Corp would make it to the grand final. Both teams have showcased exceptional growth, but only one team can win the top prize. While Dplus is clearly a powerhouse, there’s actually a strong chance that Karmine Corp may come out on top.

Dplus vs Karmine Corp match overview

Tournament: EWC 2026
Stage: Grand final
Game: League of Legends
Format: Best-of-five

Betting tip: Despite being the underdog, siding with Karmine Corp could be a good idea for those chasing a potentially high return.

Our Dplus vs Karmine Corp pick: Karmine Corp to cause an upset @ 2.94.

Dplus vs Karmine Corp match analysis

Dplus didn’t start the year with much hope. The team showcased decent performance in the LCK Cup and Road to MSI and managed to qualify for the Esports World Cup through the Korea Qualifier. But the team’s showing of skill and strategy at this ongoing tournament has been nothing short of excellent.

In particular, Smash is an awesome ADC who plays very well off of Career’s support. ShowMaker is one of the more consistent mid lakers, and Lucid is a good jungler who usually prioritizes objectives more than ganks. The team’s weak link is definitely Siwoo in the top lane, which could be exactly what Karmine Corp needs to win.

Karmine Corp at the 2026 EWC – Image credit: KC

KC’s Canna is an absolute menace in the top lane, frequently taking down his opponents in the laning phase. Pair this with Caliste’s high carry potential and Busio’s support, and it wouldn’t be a surprise if Karmine Corp came out of this match as the victor. This isn’t to say that things will be easy for either team.

Dplus took down a powerhouse team such as Gen.G. However, Gen.G isn’t exactly in the same zone that it was in last year. Karmine Corp’s improvement is clear as day, both mechanically and strategically. While Dplus will likely push the match to the distance, KC has a good shot at winning this entire thing. Because of this, taking the over on 4.5 games could be the way to go for those hoping for a favorable return.

With all of this being said, Dplus is generally the stronger team when it comes to the early game. Siding with the team to get the first blood could be a good idea, especially given the team’s recent games.

Key stats

Stats	Dplus	Karmine Corp	Edge
Map win rate	73%	63%	Dplus
First blood	45.5%	48.1%	KC
First Tower	54.5%	51.9%	Dplus

Dplus vs Karmine Corp betting odds snapshot

Market	Odds
Dplus to win	1.49
KC to win	2.5
Total maps to be under 4.5	1.37

LoL betting odds via GG.BET, 6:43 pm ET July 18, 2026

Dplus vs Karmine Corp betting picks & predictions

Both teams have done well to make it this far, especially given their status as the underdogs. This applies even more to Dplus given the team’s ongoing financial issues. However, only one team can win. While they have similar skill levels, KC’s mental state will likely be significantly better considering the team’s home advantage, potentially giving it the edge it needs to take the trophy home.

Best picks

Dplus to get first blood @ 2: Dplus is generally more reliable in the early game, which could help it secure first blood more consistently.
Total maps to be over 4.5 @ 2.94: Both teams have showcased similar skills, even if their general approaches are extremely different. This could help the game go the distance.

Dplus vs Karmine Corp prediction

Our Dplus vs Karmine Corp prediction: Karmine Corp to cause an upset 3-2 @ 2.5 odds at GG.BET.

Feature image credit: Dplus

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