Whether you’re a gambler or just interested in the competition, you’re in the right place. I’ve been eagerly waiting for this major, and the fun starts now.
The first match is between EnVyUs and Na’Vi. It’s expected to be the best match of the day, and it could go either way. However, Na’Vi’s recent performance has made me favor EnVyUs. Na’Vi should ban Cache, as it’s their weak map, while EnVyUs should ban Overpass. The match could go either way, but I think EnVyUs has just enough to edge out a win.
The next match is between TSM and Kinguin. TSM’s tactics are likely to prevail in this matchup, but Kinguin has the potential to upset. TSM should ban Cache, and Kinguin should ban Cobblestone. TSM should pick Inferno, while Kinguin could do well on Train due to their good CT sides. Overall, it’s a bad matchup for Kinguin, and TSM is expected to win.
NiP and VP face off in the next match. VP has a better chance this time, as NiP’s strats and aim have fallen off. VP will ban Dust 2, and NiP will leave up Cobblestone. VP’s map choice is difficult to predict, but they will likely avoid Cache. Meanwhile, NiP cannot win this series, and VP is expected to come out on top.
The last match of the day is between Fnatic and Luminosity. Fnatic is the best team in the world and good on all maps, while Luminosity is not on their level. Fnatic should not ban Overpass, as Luminosity would want to play them on it. Luminosity will likely pick Train, while Fnatic should pick Cache. Despite Luminosity’s performance against other teams, it will be difficult for them to beat Fnatic.
I hope these predictions give you some insight into the matches. Now, here’s a TL;DR version:
NV vs Na’Vi:
– Bans: Overpass and Cache
– Picks: Dust 2 and Train
– Random Map pool: Inferno, Mirage, and Cobblestone
TSM vs Kinguin:
– Bans: Cache and Mirage
– Picks: Train and Inferno
– Random Map pool: Overpass, Dust 2, and Cobblestone
VP vs NiP:
– Bans: Dust 2 and Overpass
– Picks: Train and Cache
– Random Map pool: Inferno, Mirage, and Cobblestone
FNC vs LG:
– Bans: Mirage and Inferno
– Picks: Cache and Train
– Random Map pool: Overpass, Dust 2, and Cobblestone