Evil Geniuses Faces Defeat at The International 2022 Main Event
South American Dota 2 team, Thunder Awaken, defied the odds and secured a historic victory against Evil Geniuses during the opening day of playoffs. Despite being the top seed, EG was aggressively defeated by TA with a 2-0 win, surprising fans who doubted EG’s status as the favorite.
Guaranteeing a Top-Six Spot for Thunder Awaken
TA’s victory not only marks a strong start to their upper bracket run, but it also guarantees them a top-six spot in the tournament, which is the highest placement ever achieved by a South American team at The International. Previously, beastcoast held this honor when they finished seventh in 2019. With TA’s impressive performance, they have the potential to go even further in the tournament.
Excellent Communication and Ability Usage Led to Victory
In both games against EG, TA showcased their strength by holding strong in the early phases and preventing EG from gaining any advantage. Through effective communication and strategic ability usage, TA dominated teamfights and quickly turned the tide in their favor.
EG’s Fate Hangs in the Balance
EG now faces the possibility of being eliminated from TI11. A loss would be a significant disappointment considering their strong group stage performance and their 9th-place finish at TI10. They will face the winner of Hokori and beastcoast, and if things don’t go well for EG, it may solidify South America’s dominance over North America in Dota 2 tournaments.
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