Gen.G overcame an initial setback to defeat G2 Esports 3–1 in their opening match of the 2025 MSI bracket stage on July 2 at Vancouver’s Pacific Coliseum. After dropping a one-sided Game 1, Gen.G regrouped and found their rhythm in Game 2, then rode that momentum through the next two games to close out the series.

Gen.G’s jungler Kim "Canyon" Geon-bu admitted that he had been eagerly anticipating the matchup with G2 and was pleased that his team managed to pull out the victory despite some early struggles. He explained that their Game 1 loss wasn’t due to fatigue or poor condition, but rather a failure to seize the initiative in the laning phase—and a draft that left them on the back foot as the match progressed.

One play that stood out came when Canyon used the Rift Herald to secure two kills. He noted that he had targeted Jarvan IV because Jarvan had already expended Flash, and then seized the opportunity when Ezreal was pushed up the lane after Herald activation. He acknowledged that fortune had favored him in that moment.

When G2 selected Dr. Mundo for their final-game jungle pick, Canyon pointed out that Gen.G hadn’t yet adapted to facing Mundo. He considered the champion’s natural tankiness and the team’s limited crowd-control tools against Mundo’s passive, concluding that it was a sensible choice given the opponent’s composition.

Off the Rift, Canyon said he was still working on his physical readiness but enjoying the local cuisine, and aside from mild jet lag, was settling in well. He projected that they would most likely face Alliance tomorrow—though he warned that FlyQuest’s tenacity shouldn't be underestimated—and praised Alliance’s strong laners and overall team synergy as their greatest asset.

Canyon wrapped up by expressing gratitude to the fans who tuned in at such an early hour, promising to deliver similarly high-level performances in Gen.G’s remaining matches so that everyone could enjoy a great start to their day.

The interview has been edited for brevity and clarity.