The World Bank Group's Victory Stirs Controversy and Excitement on Weibo

World Bank Group Selection Sparks Controversy on Weibo

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15 November 2023

The selection of the World Bank Group (WBG) has stirred excitement and controversy among gamers and fans alike as they continue to dominate their opponents, with a 100% win rate in blue side matches. The latest victory marks WBG's fifth win out of five in the blue side, raising questions about the fairness of the selection process for future matches.

The recent announcement that WBG had obtained priority side choice rights for the S13 finals and chosen blue side has led to mixed reactions on Chinese social media platform Weibo. Netizens have expressed a variety of emotions, from excitement and congratulations to frustration and disappointment.

"First believe in it. Heads or tails you win," read one post, highlighting the excitement surrounding WBG's victory. Another user wrote, "Congratulations, Old Axle! You won a coin toss and earned priority corner choice for the finals! Choose blue side." These posts reflect the support for WBG among fans who believe in their team's strength and ability to win.

However, not all reactions on Weibo have been positive. Some netizens expressed dissatisfaction with the selection process, which allows each team to send three people to fight one-on-one, with the losers eliminated and the remaining players choosing sides first. "The side effect of choice touches the heart," wrote one user. "Can the side effect be solo decided in the future?" This post highlights concerns about fairness and the potential for bias or manipulation.

Furthermore, netizens have also questioned whether the semifinal playoffs home-court advantage is fair. "Each team sends three people to fight one-on-one, those who lose are eliminated, and the remaining players of each team choose sides first. This is not good?" queried another user. These doubts demonstrate a desire for transparency and fairness in future matches.

The recent media day held for the S13 finals only added fuel to the controversy. The highlight of the event was the coin toss phase, where WBG obtained the semifinal playoffs home-court advantage. This decision further amplified concerns about imbalance and unfair advantages in the competition.

Despite the growing criticism, WBG continues to dominate their blue side matches with a 100% win rate. Their most recent victory has sparked reactions ranging from excitement and congratulations to disappointment and dissatisfaction. "Must definitely win the championship, very excellent," read one post, reflecting the high expectations for WBG.

As fans eagerly await the outcome of the S13 finals, they can't help but wonder whether the choice of side in future matches will continue to be a divisive issue. The World Bank Group selection has undoubtedly added an exciting twist to the competition and sparked intense debate on Weibo. Whether this will set a precedent for future games remains to be seen, as fans wait with bated breath for the final outcome of the S13 finals.