T1 has advanced to the Bracket Stage of the 2026 Mid-Season Invitational (MSI), held at the Daejeon Convention Center's Exhibition Hall 2, after breezing through the Play-In stage with a perfect 9-0 record.

The bracket draw took place immediately after T1 secured their spot, pitting them against LPL's BLG, a frequent rival in international tournaments. The matchup is already heating up, following a broadcast interview where 'Doran' responded to 'Bin's' provocation by promising to 'teach him a lesson.

Following the T1 vs. BLG matchup, the remaining opening series will feature LION vs. FURIA, LCK first seed Hanwha Life vs. TSW, and G2 vs. TES. The Bracket Stage follows a double-elimination format (best-of-five), where losing teams drop to the lower bracket. The 2026 MSI Bracket Stage is scheduled to run from July 3 to the grand final on July 12, with the specific match schedule to be announced at a later date.