🕹️ Esports 🎮 Prediction & Discussion Thread

[sunsilk]

That's a nice try if someone bet for Boom Esports against LGD. It is China's superhouse versus the strongest in SEA at the moment yet, a 2-0 in favor of LGD.

Boom is now on their last journey if they're going to lose against Team Liquid in the lower bracket.

While LGD, advances to the semis and secures 5th-6th place.

On the other hand, Tundra is now secured for TI11.

This is always the scenario for SEA Dota. They usually dominate there region but so weak compared to international teams because the environment on SEA is cancer especially on pub since this teams always practice on this kind of environment, They are always left behind by strong international teams like China and EU.

I wonder if SEA Dota will improve or we just need to accept the fact that this is the limitation. We can go always on Majors and TI but we can't get even close on Finals or Semis.

As per topias(topson), SEA is a hard region to dominate and he understands their play style but yeah, the difference of it from the other region is overwhelming. Well, anyone can take that either positive or negative description.

But it's true that the playstyle of SEA teams are utterly different and quite far from the good regions of China and EU.

We'll see it then if they learn from these experiences, AFAIK, TI made a huge difference last TI but they're still far from being qualified this upcoming TI.

They'll go through the qualifiers.

Powerhouse indeed even going against former teammates in RNG doesnt really stood a chance against LGD.Im not underestimating strong SEA teams but it is really understandable if we do talk about on

whose gonna win but the main problem or common one with LGD is that they do choke on TI.

This is a different roster of LGD from the last TI, on the past tournaments, this current roster of LGD is really dominating but let's see if they'll continue up to the bigger stage.

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[jakelyson]

Then , we had Outsiders with Ramsez who simply want's in his best day and missed so many important initiations with Furion and that ended up with losing the series eventually.

It is quite a thrilling match between outsiders and team spirit. Game 2 was really intense. That game could have gone either way but credits to Team Spirit for putting up the good offense and winning the game.

Today , for me , it's all about EG as I really want to see this team being happy and winning series and events.

They will have a hard time though. They will be battling it with Entity in their match later. Entity put up a good fight last night with OG. But I guess OG did expose them a bit in their drafting so maybe EG can use that info to out draft Entity in their games. Let us see if they can capitalize on that information.

As per topias(topson), SEA is a hard region to dominate and he understands their play style but yeah, the difference of it from the other region is overwhelming. Well, anyone can take that either positive or negative description.

I think what he meant was playing a pub in sea since sea server is very toxic. Most players do not know how to play in a team, and he was used to playing in a team. Like most will say, if you can survive sea, you can survive anywhere.

[execijutiere]

It's been a fast month in CS:GO. Transfers are happening one by one. Tizian has left the team after a long time by benching from the big main roster. k1to will continue in Tizian's place.
Heet added Jackz, who left G2, to his roster. Of course, G2 also made changes in the main roster. Jks and hooxi will join g2's main roster. I think it will be a better roster.

[tomahawk9]

I might also take Entity to win since I did not watch that game from EG and what I have seen they were bad

Entity odds are getting slashed, currently @1.7 and falling, too low for a team that are clearly overperforming with a stand-in. And EG are the underdogs, madness, how the mighty have fallen 

BOOM - Team Liquid ml odds sitting at 1.88 each, pretty much a coinflip,, if this ends with a fast 2-0 i'm gonna be so dissapointed, it has all the ingredients to be a banger series 🔥🔥

[execijutiere]

The Evil Geniuses are trying something. They have 3 teams. And they have the chance to change players within these teams. They are trying to design all 3 teams separately. Lastly they added stanislaw and rush to their EG.CD roster. What they are trying is good but only if it works. Depending on the situation, they are probably planning to pull players from other teams for the main squad.

Brazilian teams have also started to proliferate. A new team was formed, led by Felps and vsm.

The Apeks team also decided to replace 2 players. The first player is JL from ex-Mad Lions. I am looking forward to the second player.

[Coin_trader]

That's a nice try if someone bet for Boom Esports against LGD. It is China's superhouse versus the strongest in SEA at the moment yet, a 2-0 in favor of LGD.

Boom is now on their last journey if they're going to lose against Team Liquid in the lower bracket.

While LGD, advances to the semis and secures 5th-6th place.

On the other hand, Tundra is now secured for TI11.

This is always the scenario for SEA Dota. They usually dominate there region but so weak compared to international teams because the environment on SEA is cancer especially on pub since this teams always practice on this kind of environment, They are always left behind by strong international teams like China and EU.

I wonder if SEA Dota will improve or we just need to accept the fact that this is the limitation. We can go always on Majors and TI but we can't get even close on Finals or Semis.

As per topias(topson), SEA is a hard region to dominate and he understands their play style but yeah, the difference of it from the other region is overwhelming. Well, anyone can take that either positive or negative description.

But it's true that the playstyle of SEA teams are utterly different and quite far from the good regions of China and EU.

We'll see it then if they learn from these experiences, AFAIK, TI made a huge difference last TI but they're still far from being qualified this upcoming TI.

They'll go through the qualifiers.

Topson is a troll himself and hearing a word like SEA is hard region to dominate which means even a certified pubs troll like him can’t even dominate a region that plays like we are usually doing. I remember one time when I just get back playing Dota2 pubs and I encounter a carry that whining about my performance instead on focus on the game. Only on SEA you can see players that typing all throughout the game just to bad mouth or thrashtalk opponents at the same time.

Imagine you encounter this kind of players on archon rank so it’s worst on higher rank because players on SEA play solo on this role playing game when they are playing ranked game alone. This is the reason why most of team on SEA never improve to the level of China because they can’t get a good practice from players with good team work.

[YuginKadoya]

Sandbox Gaming VS T1 Correct Map Score (1 - 2)

I like this pick and the +1.5 handicap on Sandbox @1.7 even though both teams already locked their spot for the playoffs it's still concerning that T1's form continues to decline.

T1 is really declining so fast, and right now they are losing to Sandbox, pretty much this is not a good sign for T1, I know Sandbox is a decent team and 3rd in the standings but this is the 3rd loss for T1 if this continues they will surely have a hard time against GEN.G in the finals, it was total domination for Sandbox, I think Faker is losing it aswell, he is just 26 years old but maybe he just needs to manage the team, but that is for him to decide if he wants to continue playing he can surely do,

Here are the results for League of Legends Champions Korea 2022

Gen.g Esports VS Brion Esports MAP 2 - 0 - PICK WIN

As expected from Gen.G they are really something and right now their hard work really paid off, they are now the lead on the standings, In Game 1 against Brion, Blade GEN.G made 63.7k gold, 14 kills, and 8 towers while Brion blade has 60.4k gold, 10 kills, and 5 towers, while on game 2 Gen.G got 65.4k gold 15 kills and 7 towers, while Brion blade has 56.2k gold, 9 kills, and 4 towers, dominating this game Gen.G was the victory,

Sandbox Gaming VS T1 MAP 2 - 0 - PICK LOST Correct Map Score 2 - 0 - LOST

I really didn't expect this to happen, T1 losing to Sandbox, is still mind-boggling, I thought that in the 2nd game T1 will surely make a comeback but the SANDBOX have dominated them this time, their gameplay has started to crumble but they still did a great job in getting this far, and 2nd place is not so bad,

[arallmuus]

BOOM - Team Liquid ml odds sitting at 1.88 each, pretty much a coinflip,, if this ends with a fast 2-0 i'm gonna be so dissapointed, it has all the ingredients to be a banger series 🔥🔥

Yeah its pretty much coinflip for both team because any of them would get the next ticket to TI if they win this round so its going to be an all out or nothing series for both of these teams. Taking over 2.5 maps for this though, just a hunch that Boom might pull an upset then forced Liquid to go all the way to the 3rd map

Meanwhile, Fnatic vs Beastcoast looking like an easy 2-0 for Fnatic though as Beastcoast has already secured their seat on TI

[inthelongrun]

Interesting games today as most of these teams will try to secure their TI slots. I'm betting on Boom, EG, Outsiders, and Fnatic. Hopefully, I can get some nice wins here.

Game one between Boom and Liquid is still hanging in the air. But just as the game was switching towards Liquid's favor due to some unexpected decisions by Boom, Liquid all of a sudden was picked apart and apparently lost the game. Game two is coming up and I expect Boom to commit fewer mistakes to seal the series.  

[arallmuus]

Taking over 2.5 maps for this though, just a hunch that Boom might pull an upset then forced Liquid to go all the way to the 3rd map

One down, three more to go and two with flat 1.88 odds. Had another one on Fnatic -1.5 but as long as the other two flat 1.88 odds ended up winning then Im good for today as I put higher stake on these three compared to the other one. Personally want Liquid to win this so that they will get the direct invite, that means Nigma will has less competitor on the regional qualifier 

[jakelyson]

Interesting games today as most of these teams will try to secure their TI slots. I'm betting on Boom, EG, Outsiders, and Fnatic. Hopefully, I can get some nice wins here.

Game one between Boom and Liquid is still hanging in the air. But just as the game was switching towards Liquid's favor due to some unexpected decisions by Boom, Liquid all of a sudden was picked apart and apparently lost the game. Game two is coming up and I expect Boom to commit fewer mistakes to seal the series.  

Fortunately for you, Boom Esports pulled off an upset against Liquid. Liquid showing to be really strong but was outmaneuvered by Boom Esports. I am just astonished that even as a SEA team, Boom is showing so much discipline in their match today.

I am not betting so much on EG and FNATIC. EG showing inconsistency in the group matches and FNATIC having incomplete team. It is hard to put a bet on them in ML. If it is map handicap or over 2.5 maps, maybe I can put some. Their matches will be very close and probably will go the distance.

[ralle14]

Sandbox Gaming VS T1 MAP 2 - 0 - PICK LOST Correct Map Score 2 - 0 - LOST
I really didn't expect this to happen, T1 losing to Sandbox, is still mind-boggling, I thought that in the 2nd game T1 will surely make a comeback but the SANDBOX have dominated them this time, their gameplay has started to crumble but they still did a great job in getting this far, and 2nd place is not so bad,

I also didn't expect that one hell of a stomping series coming from the side of Sandbox, it'll be rough for T1 to switch it up heading into the playoffs.

That first game from RNG vs Outsiders was a treat to watch but tilting for the side of RNG, somnus played out of his mind with his Puck but it still wasn't enough to secure them the win, and ana made some mistakes with the item timing of his build which made the teamfights harder as the game drags on.

[dothebeats]

Taking over 2.5 maps for this though, just a hunch that Boom might pull an upset then forced Liquid to go all the way to the 3rd map

One down, three more to go and two with flat 1.88 odds. Had another one on Fnatic -1.5 but as long as the other two flat 1.88 odds ended up winning then Im good for today as I put higher stake on these three compared to the other one. Personally want Liquid to win this so that they will get the direct invite, that means Nigma will has less competitor on the regional qualifier 

And BOOM just denied Liquid of having that spot, and instead took it for themselves. It was an extremely great matchup that showcased how great BOOM is at the laning stages and how they can hold on to that lead that they created until the mid game. Great application of pressure and great moves around the map. Also, Jackyyy is proving himself to be worthy of that BOOM spot. He's one of the few great carries in SEA right now and hopefully he can still carry his charm until the very end.

[inthelongrun]

Interesting games today as most of these teams will try to secure their TI slots. I'm betting on Boom, EG, Outsiders, and Fnatic. Hopefully, I can get some nice wins here.

Game one between Boom and Liquid is still hanging in the air. But just as the game was switching towards Liquid's favor due to some unexpected decisions by Boom, Liquid all of a sudden was picked apart and apparently lost the game. Game two is coming up and I expect Boom to commit fewer mistakes to seal the series.  

Fortunately for you, Boom Esports pulled off an upset against Liquid. Liquid showing to be really strong but was outmaneuvered by Boom Esports. I am just astonished that even as a SEA team, Boom is showing so much discipline in their match today.

I am not betting so much on EG and FNATIC. EG showing inconsistency in the group matches and FNATIC having incomplete team. It is hard to put a bet on them in ML. If it is map handicap or over 2.5 maps, maybe I can put some. Their matches will be very close and probably will go the distance.

All my bets were ML. I lost that EG bet and I think Bulba should be fired next season. But this team might still get a TI ticket if Fnatic will win against Beastcoast (very winnable) and the hard-as-nails Outsiders.

I believe Boom is really the better team compared to Liquid but their discipline and decisions are sometimes flawed. In the first game, they were leading but it shifted to Liquid's favor before finally retaking the game. And in the second game, people were expecting for a more disciplined Boom yet they were badly beaten in less than 30 minutes. It was in game 3 that Boom finally were playing too safe although I think it was too much, they could've finished the game earlier.

[jakelyson]

All my bets were ML. I lost that EG bet and I think Bulba should be fired next season. But this team might still get a TI ticket if Fnatic will win against Beastcoast (very winnable) and the hard-as-nails Outsiders.

Bulba should be fired but I can't believe social media is toasting Fly. Their saying his cursed or something.




I will be taking some action too with Fnatic vs Beastcoast. Hopefully, FNatic wins this series.

Will be taking 2.5 maps in Team Spirit vs Aster. They were 1-1 in group stage so I am thinking this can go to game 3 as well but can't decide which is the better team. It could go either way.

Will stay away from LGD vs OG. I know LGD is very strong but there might be some surprises since Ceb is playing now.

I can't believe stake is not offering map handicaps anymore. It was an easy win using handicap since most series go all the way.

[sunsilk]

As per topias(topson), SEA is a hard region to dominate and he understands their play style but yeah, the difference of it from the other region is overwhelming. Well, anyone can take that either positive or negative description.

I think what he meant was playing a pub in sea since sea server is very toxic. Most players do not know how to play in a team, and he was used to playing in a team. Like most will say, if you can survive sea, you can survive anywhere.

Yes, that's the SEA region itself and those pubs are really toxic. A two-time TI player went there playing with the region and has proven that it's a toxic and hard region to adjust unless you're in a team.

Everyone can remember on how he's scouted by n0tail and that's through the pubs.

Topson is a troll himself and hearing a word like SEA is hard region to dominate which means even a certified pubs troll like him can’t even dominate a region that plays like we are usually doing. I remember one time when I just get back playing Dota2 pubs and I encounter a carry that whining about my performance instead on focus on the game. Only on SEA you can see players that typing all throughout the game just to bad mouth or thrashtalk opponents at the same time.

Imagine you encounter this kind of players on archon rank so it’s worst on higher rank because players on SEA play solo on this role playing game when they are playing ranked game alone. This is the reason why most of team on SEA never improve to the level of China because they can’t get a good practice from players with good team work.

Well, that's SEA region and as said, if you survive those typical teammates and you're a PMA player. You'll get to the higher MMR and it's really hard to see such improvement on this region but the best survives and gets scouted.

[boyptc]

T1 for Dota 2 just posted that they're now parting ways with Gabbi and Karl. I think that Karl should have retained and it should only be Gabbi that they have to release.

No offense on that but they're getting ready for the TI qualifiers and it will be hard if Fnatic won't get a direct invite because they'll be another burden to the SEA TI qualifiers.

Who are you guys thinking? The players that are free at this time that I can think of iceiceice and topson. But I doubt that topson will join them. Some rumors said that topson could replace Abed on EG and then Abed goes back to Asia and will play for T1. Well, it's just a rumor and I don't think that it will be allowed by his contract.

Who do you think guys will replace these two?

[Trofo]

It was easy yesterday, all the games went the distance except the last one, so betting bank is in the green but I feel it will not be after today.

I am keeping it same, all the games to need decider and PSG to take it 2:0. Lower stakes though since I am not very confident. Taking singles and some multi tickets as well.

[dothebeats]

T1 for Dota 2 just posted that they're now parting ways with Gabbi and Karl. I think that Karl should have retained and it should only be Gabbi that they have to release.

No offense on that but they're getting ready for the TI qualifiers and it will be hard if Fnatic won't get a direct invite because they'll be another burden to the SEA TI qualifiers.

Who are you guys thinking? The players that are free at this time that I can think of iceiceice and topson. But I doubt that topson will join them. Some rumors said that topson could replace Abed on EG and then Abed goes back to Asia and will play for T1. Well, it's just a rumor and I don't think that it will be allowed by his contract.

Who do you think guys will replace these two?

Topson wants to play only for EU teams if I'm not mistaken. As for T1 replacements, not a lot are a good fit for T1's playstyle, and a lot of the SEA pubstars already have teams to represent (Talon, Polaris.. etc.) They'd most probably pick a rising pubstar that we don't really notice, or probably snipe from TNC, SMG, or other established SEA teams that haven't been showing off to the tournaments lately. As for Karl and Gabbi, hopefully they land an organization that can take advantage of their talents and be paired with good talents too.

It would be an extremely hard open qualifiers at SEA for TI again. Wishing these guys the best of luck.

[boltz]

What a dissapointment is EG right now. They missing TI , they have no major trophy in the last years and I think they strongly need to chance something in that team as soon as possible because they basically have 2 carry in that team that both have big EGO and won't let anything from them in order for the team to have an advantage and I'm sick of both Nightfall and RTZ and to be honest, nothing can stop PSG or Aster to reach the finals.