Why was Kung Lao killed?

Why was Kung Lao killed? Mortal Kombat: Deception Kung Lao and Kitana challenged the Deadly Alliance, with Kung Lao battling Shang Tsung one on one. Despite his improved skills, Lao’s strength was inadequate in comparison to Tsung’s, which resulted in his death.

Mortal Kombat: Deception

Kung Lao and Kitana challenged the Deadly Alliance, with Kung Lao battling Shang Tsung one on one. Despite his improved skills, Lao’s strength was inadequate in comparison to Tsung’s, which resulted in his death.