🕹️ Esports 🎮 Prediction & Discussion Thread

[ILuckyGuyI]

Cloud 9 is going to transfer players for the first time in two years. Timofey "⁠Interz⁠" Yakushin is leaving the team, sources and HLTV are sure to confirm this. There are many alternatives to Interz that come to the fore. Forester, Sanji comes to the fore, and Buster is also on the agenda. I think it will fit quite well if the Forester transfer happens. One of the most important players of the Entropiq team, if the conditions fit, I think they should evaluate him first. Which player do you consider suitable for the Cloud 9 team?

https://www.hltv.org/news/35194/cloud9-to-replace-interz-forester-sanji-buster-among-candidates-report

Cloud9 are lucky that they don't have any tournament until the end of January. They can use this time to think well about their fifth member.

Firstly buster should be last resort. Because he hasn't played any pro game since mid May. It would be a big risk to take for Cloud9 while trying to stay as high as possible in the ranking. Forester and SANJI both played their last pro games in October. When we compare the contributions of these players to their teams I can say that Forester is a few steps ahead. He has many more games than SANJI in which he made a positive effect in total. Forester is a rifler his general performance as a fragger has been quite decent.

[boyptc]

Things are getting more exciting for Dota 2. There's another team acquisition being done by one of the most known teams ever, EHOME.

They've just acquired the team Unity gaming after observing them through the BTS PRO SEA season 13.

--> https://liquipedia.net/dota2/BTS/Pro_Series/13/Southeast_Asia

It served like a trial for the org.

[ralle14]

Navi and VP just announced their roster earlier today. Navi's lineup seems decent since the only change is between their fifth player and the new mid player which is questionable for now.

Alik "V-Tune" Vorobey
Nikita "Nicky`Cool" Ostakhov
Vladyslav "laise" Lais
Georgii "swedenstrong" Zainalabidov
Arman "Malady" Orazbayev

VP with a new fresh lineup, the only players I know are Dukalis and sayuw. It's good to see that they're willing to take the risk once more and I hope they prove the others wrong since there are already a few people not liking the lineup and have low expectations.

[CLS63]

Natus Vincere are planning to bring a backup player to the Blast Premier World Final. He is an academy player whose name is npl. They are planning to do this to create some competition for sdy. Because his performance hasn't been very impressive for a long time.

I think this is a good call because Natus Vincere can fill Boombl4's place with a much more skilled player than sdy. I don't know about npl much. Maybe he would be a stand-in for some time until they make a big signing. They deserve a credible IGL to do better in future tournaments. Because there is a significant level of drop in their performance lately.

The source: https://www.hltv.org/news/35201/how-will-navis-six-man-setup-work-in-abu-dhabi

[boyptc]

Navi and VP just announced their roster earlier today. Navi's lineup seems decent since the only change is between their fifth player and the new mid player which is questionable for now.

Alik "V-Tune" Vorobey
Nikita "Nicky`Cool" Ostakhov
Vladyslav "laise" Lais
Georgii "swedenstrong" Zainalabidov
Arman "Malady" Orazbayev

I have much respect for VTune and hopefully they'll have a strong season for this upcoming DPC season.

VP with a new fresh lineup, the only players I know are Dukalis and sayuw. It's good to see that they're willing to take the risk once more and I hope they prove the others wrong since there are already a few people not liking the lineup and have low expectations.

I like this strategy of the VP organization that they've released the much stronger roster and wants to try this one, well, they're fresh and young and let's see if they'll achieve more than the past rosters.

Since Miracle is said that he's taking a break, ATF is the one to replace him. Yes, ATF will play pos 1 for Nigma.

--> https://afkgaming.com/dota2/news/atf-replaces-miracle-as-nigma-galaxys-newest-carry

~

While the uncrowned king, Ame. He said that he'll be taking a break too.

--> https://afkgaming.com/dota2/news/ame-takes-a-break-from-competitive-dota-2

[execijutiere]

Esea advanced season 43 matches are underway. Top 2 challenger leagues will advance to season 44. Teams 3 to 10 will be relegated. I think the Apeks team will easily come out on top here. They are one of the teams with the best roster among the teams here. They haven't shown themselves in any tournament for a long time. I think they are preparing for this tournament. It is hard to predict the team that will come second. It may change according to the course of the matches.

[jakelyson]

Navi and VP just announced their roster earlier today. Navi's lineup seems decent since the only change is between their fifth player and the new mid player which is questionable for now.

Alik "V-Tune" Vorobey
Nikita "Nicky`Cool" Ostakhov
Vladyslav "laise" Lais
Georgii "swedenstrong" Zainalabidov
Arman "Malady" Orazbayev

I have much respect for VTune and hopefully they'll have a strong season for this upcoming DPC season.

VP with a new fresh lineup, the only players I know are Dukalis and sayuw. It's good to see that they're willing to take the risk once more and I hope they prove the others wrong since there are already a few people not liking the lineup and have low expectations.

I like this strategy of the VP organization that they've released the much stronger roster and wants to try this one, well, they're fresh and young and let's see if they'll achieve more than the past rosters.

Since Miracle is said that he's taking a break, ATF is the one to replace him. Yes, ATF will play pos 1 for Nigma.

--> https://afkgaming.com/dota2/news/atf-replaces-miracle-as-nigma-galaxys-newest-carry

~

While the uncrowned king, Ame. He said that he'll be taking a break too.

--> https://afkgaming.com/dota2/news/ame-takes-a-break-from-competitive-dota-2

A lot of new players coming into DOTA and the old players taking a break from DOTA. It will be an exciting season. We have to watch out these new players because they usually bring new strats to the game that the old players failed to show. There are lots of DOTA players that are straight from rank to Pro that is very successful. VP might have the right idea to get fresh players to bolster their lineup. If properly guided, they can be a good asset to the team.

Good to know that ATF landed in a good team after he separated from OG. He is performing quite steadily in OG and have great highlights. Hopefully, he will fit with NIGMA.

[ralle14]

I think this is a good call because Natus Vincere can fill Boombl4's place with a much more skilled player than sdy. I don't know about npl much. Maybe he would be a stand-in for some time until they make a big signing. They deserve a credible IGL to do better in future tournaments. Because there is a significant level of drop in their performance lately.

We rarely see six-player rosters have success but I agree it's a good temporary solution and I hope they get some good results knowing that it's barely working with sdy so far.

Since Miracle is said that he's taking a break, ATF is the one to replace him. Yes, ATF will play pos 1 for Nigma.

Looks like the rumors are accurate on that one.

And speaking of OG, there's also the hot post in the dota subreddit where Notail, Topson, Noone, and MSS are registered under the team name Old G and the others are saying that Ceb would be the last player to complete the team.

[execijutiere]

In the esl challenger league season 43 tournament, Sangal-BNE faced each other in the match played yesterday. Sangal won the match which ended with very close scores. Both teams did not play a bad game. With small differences, sangal won the match and continued on its way for esl qualification.
Cct north europe beat ence havu 2-0 in the final match and won 22k dollars. When astralis was eliminated from the tournament, ence naturally became the favorite and managed to beat havu in the final.

[jakelyson]

And speaking of OG, there's also the hot post in the dota subreddit where Notail, Topson, Noone, and MSS are registered under the team name Old G and the others are saying that Ceb would be the last player to complete the team.

I thought Topson is playing with Team Liquid replacing Matumbaman. What is the purpose of this group, is it another official DOTA team qualified for DPC season or is it just a group of Old OG members?

IF this is a DOTA group, then NoTail is finally coming out of DOTA break. It is a year since he played competitive DOTA, it will take a while before he gets back to speed and competitive again. I thought he would never go back to PRO dota since he seems to be enjoying blogging and his free time.

It will be exciting to watch old OG group on competition again. And I wonder how they will fair against the young OG right now.

[sunsilk]

And speaking of OG, there's also the hot post in the dota subreddit where Notail, Topson, Noone, and MSS are registered under the team name Old G and the others are saying that Ceb would be the last player to complete the team.

Yeah, it's not yet official on who's going to be the one remaining for the Old G but it's said that it's going to be Ceb.

I thought Topson is playing with Team Liquid replacing Matumbaman. What is the purpose of this group, is it another official DOTA team qualified for DPC season or is it just a group of Old OG members?

It's actually a team, registered for this season. That's also what we thought of but it seems there's a change of plans, it's like a reunion to them. Jerax is free and the same goes for ana, so what if they come back all together and play again.

If this is an official team then they'll have to kick no one and mss soon.

IF this is a DOTA group, then NoTail is finally coming out of DOTA break. It is a year since he played competitive DOTA, it will take a while before he gets back to speed and competitive again. I thought he would never go back to PRO dota since he seems to be enjoying blogging and his free time.

It will be exciting to watch old OG group on competition again. And I wonder how they will fair against the young OG right now.

Well, it's itching to just watch the competitive scene if Johan thinks that he's still got the clutch together with a good team that has a chemistry.

The other team that I think is strong based on their roster is the Xtreme gaming.

[boyptc]

A lot of new players coming into DOTA and the old players taking a break from DOTA. It will be an exciting season. We have to watch out these new players because they usually bring new strats to the game that the old players failed to show. There are lots of DOTA players that are straight from rank to Pro that is very successful. VP might have the right idea to get fresh players to bolster their lineup. If properly guided, they can be a good asset to the team.

Good to know that ATF landed in a good team after he separated from OG. He is performing quite steadily in OG and have great highlights. Hopefully, he will fit with NIGMA.

Actually, there really are a lot of talents worldwide but some aren't just exposed yet because they're not yet discovered by a talent scout or a captain.

Well as for ATF, he's now AMMAR the friend.

Since Miracle is said that he's taking a break, ATF is the one to replace him. Yes, ATF will play pos 1 for Nigma.

Looks like the rumors are accurate on that one.

And speaking of OG, there's also the hot post in the dota subreddit where Notail, Topson, Noone, and MSS are registered under the team name Old G and the others are saying that Ceb would be the last player to complete the team.

Expect that there will be more roster locks and announcements by today and tomorrow because it's less than 2 days for the deadline for each team to send their rosters and lock it.

[Peanutswar]

I think this is a good call because Natus Vincere can fill Boombl4's place with a much more skilled player than sdy. I don't know about npl much. Maybe he would be a stand-in for some time until they make a big signing. They deserve a credible IGL to do better in future tournaments. Because there is a significant level of drop in their performance lately.

We rarely see six-player rosters have success but I agree it's a good temporary solution and I hope they get some good results knowing that it's barely working with sdy so far.

Since Miracle is said that he's taking a break, ATF is the one to replace him. Yes, ATF will play pos 1 for Nigma.

Looks like the rumors are accurate on that one.

And speaking of OG, there's also the hot post in the dota subreddit where Notail, Topson, Noone, and MSS are registered under the team name Old G and the others are saying that Ceb would be the last player to complete the team.

I guess notail will not play this time afaik he said that with ceb this is their last game and after Amar The F kick out with the OG the team Nigma Galaxy get him because we know how does this player really good as offlane, and the news comes that miracle and Kuroky is back for me ATF playing style is more suitable with Nigma aggressive and calm, there's a lot of rumor right now that they will not come with topson this time and keep exploring new team still if topson goes back to OG another carry must need to adjust.

[boltz]

Took a bet on DPC on EHome and as soon as I placed the best , they started to lose lmao...what a start in Dota2 gambling for me after TI ...so I guess I will have to wait and maybe play a few games myself to see how the meta changed after TI because the meta is not what it used to be 1 month ago.

Maybe later this day I will watch Nouns vs Beastcoast as this 2 teams really like to push new heroes into meta play style.

[passwordnow]

Took a bet on DPC on EHome and as soon as I placed the best , they started to lose lmao...what a start in Dota2 gambling for me after TI ...so I guess I will have to wait and maybe play a few games myself to see how the meta changed after TI because the meta is not what it used to be 1 month ago.

My bet yesterday lost. I've bet for Fnatic and Army Geniuses and obviously, I went to Fnatic as they've got a stronger roster but guess what? They've lost the game and not just once but straight 2-0 in favor of AG. With some updates that have happened recently, there will be a new meta.
Have you seen the Razor bloodstone meta? Dang, this build-up on roster for the first time I've seen it. Surely, a new odd but working meta for most players and teams now.

[Balmain]

In the esl challenger league season 43 tournament, Sangal-BNE faced each other in the match played yesterday. Sangal won the match which ended with very close scores. Both teams did not play a bad game. With small differences, sangal won the match and continued on its way for esl qualification.
Cct north europe beat ence havu 2-0 in the final match and won 22k dollars. When astralis was eliminated from the tournament, ence naturally became the favorite and managed to beat havu in the final.

I was watching the Infero game. Sangal was doing very well, then I stopped watching the match when OT was left. I guess I'm tired of watching OT on maps in Sangal matches. I actually wanted to watch the game on the Ancient map. Anyway, Bad News Eagle team is a tough team to not be underestimated and Sangal managed to eliminate them, congratulations. I know many of the players in the BNE team from FPL. As a team, I think they will achieve success in this team over time.

Natus Vincere are planning to bring a backup player to the Blast Premier World Final. He is an academy player whose name is npl. They are planning to do this to create some competition for sdy. Because his performance hasn't been very impressive for a long time.

I think this is a good call because Natus Vincere can fill Boombl4's place with a much more skilled player than sdy. I don't know about npl much. Maybe he would be a stand-in for some time until they make a big signing. They deserve a credible IGL to do better in future tournaments. Because there is a significant level of drop in their performance lately.

It would be fair to say that Navi has been on the decline lately, and this is a move made for it. Players will do their best to perform more, not to be a bench. I think the substitute should be in every team and should be replaced with bad performers. Of course, not for a one-time bad performance, for example, if he did under 0.8kd for 3-4 maps in a ''blast tournament'', of course that player should be benched.

[CLS63]

I'm really curious about Heroic and Outsiders' performances in the Blast Premier World Final. Because these two teams had an amazing run in the Major previously and Outsiders made it to the championship. The expectation level from both of these teams will get bigger as a result. Maybe not a championship but a finale would be expected for Outsiders. I don't know if they are strong enough to deal with this pressure. Consistency is not an easy thing for a CS: GO team when it comes to targeting big things.

As we are seeing now, FaZe and Natus Vincere have lost their momentum and they are still unable to keep up a good form. I don't know about Outsiders but I except Heroic to do another good job in this tournament. Maybe this is their time to be the winner of the title while FaZe - Natus Vincere duo are still struggling.

[jakelyson]

I'm really curious about Heroic and Outsiders' performances in the Blast Premier World Final. Because these two teams had an amazing run in the Major previously and Outsiders made it to the championship. The expectation level from both of these teams will get bigger as a result. Maybe not a championship but a finale would be expected for Outsiders. I don't know if they are strong enough to deal with this pressure. Consistency is not an easy thing for a CS: GO team when it comes to targeting big things.

As we are seeing now, FaZe and Natus Vincere have lost their momentum and they are still unable to keep up a good form. I don't know about Outsiders but I except Heroic to do another good job in this tournament. Maybe this is their time to be the winner of the title while FaZe - Natus Vincere duo are still struggling.

Faze and Heroic have a good performance in the latest Blast Premier iteration so I expect that Faze will try to come back and win it all in the World Finals. I am not expecting much from Heroic right now because they are competing with a substitute which may affect how they will perform in the latter part of the tournament. So, I am putting my bet on Faze. They had a great year, though they slipped recently, I think they can still get their mojo back. They just need to cap their 2022 run with a win in Blast Premier World Finals. That is the best way they could end their year.


Here are the odds for Blast Premier World Finals :

[boyptc]

I guess notail will not play this time afaik he said that with ceb this is their last game and after Amar The F kick out with the OG the team Nigma Galaxy get him because we know how does this player really good as offlane, and the news comes that miracle and Kuroky is back for me ATF playing style is more suitable with Nigma aggressive and calm, there's a lot of rumor right now that they will not come with topson this time and keep exploring new team still if topson goes back to OG another carry must need to adjust.

No, he'll play and the team name - Old G has been registered with 5 players and n0tail is on the roster. Well, as for Miracle, he's not going back but instead he'll take a rest and that's why ATF replaced him.

Going back to Old G, topson is there too. See the pic below for their roster.



Source --> https://www.dota2.com/majorsregistration/rosters

[ralle14]

I guess notail will not play this time afaik he said that with ceb this is their last game

I'd be surprised if notail won't play and just registered his name in the team when Noone and Topson could've been picked up by another good team.

Also with Topson locked in for Old G then that means Liquid secured Nisha as their mid player. I can't wait to watch the open qualifiers in a few days.