Recent patch 26.20 adjustments, including nerfs to scaling threats like Yunara alongside Rocketbelt tweaks favoring aggressive engages, aim to shorten professional matches by reducing hyperscaling stalemates and promoting decisive early-to-midgame fights. This tuning contributes to the balanced 50% implied probability, as historical pro averages hover near 30-35 minutes yet occasional extended series arise in best-of formats when teams mirror strong late-game compositions or defensive wave-clear setups. Swiss-stage best-of-ones and threes add variance compared to knockout best-of-fives, while roster strengths from regions like LCK and LPL influence pace through superior objective control. Developments such as unexpected meta shifts toward stall comps or prolonged close series in quarterfinals could elevate the chance of a 50-minute game, whereas consistent early leads from favored squads would reinforce shorter durations.