The VCT Bangkok draw has been confirmed, with eight teams securing their place in the tournament. The number one seed from each region has now been officially locked in, marking an exciting phase in the competitive Valorant calendar. From both Pacific and EMEA, top teams have emerged, setting the stage for intense matchups.
VCT Bangkok Bracket Matchups and Initial Thoughts
The first round will feature Cal vs. DRX, a showdown between the Pacific champions and one of the strongest contenders. Other notable clashes include Vitality vs. T1, Edward Gaming vs. Team Liquid, and G2 vs. Trace Esports. Each of these encounters presents a different challenge, and fans are eager to see how these teams adapt to their brackets.
Among the most talked-about series, DRX vs. T1 in the Pacific finals stood out. T1, after an incredible comeback on Bind, pushed DRX to the limit. The split ended in a 13-11 victory for DRX, sealing their regional title. A standout performance from Buzz, who crossed the 100-kill mark with 101 eliminations, demonstrated why DRX remains a dominant force.
EMEA Finals: Vitality’s Strong Finish
In EMEA, Vitality faced Liquid in an intense final. Liquid, despite being an underdog, put up an impressive fight. Their dominant 3-0 victories over Heretics and Vitality earlier in the tournament hinted at a potential upset. However, Vitality made a major comeback, reversing a 2-0 deficit to claim the title.
Bringing in Derke and Less turned out to be a crucial decision for Vitality, as the roster demonstrated a well-structured playstyle. Safe, a key player in the series, seemed to relish the victory, especially after previous disputes with Team Liquid. Les, who previously won the Americas League in 2023, now adds an EMEA title to his name—a remarkable achievement in competitive Valorant.
G2’s Dominance in the Americas
Meanwhile, the Americas finals saw G2 battle Sentinels in a thrilling 3-2 series. The victory for G2 sparked debates about whether they could continue this momentum into VCT Bangkok. While Americas teams have consistently performed well internationally, some critics argue that G2 still needs to prove themselves on the LAN stage.
The G2 vs. Sentinels rivalry also extended to social media, where G2’s victory was humorously compared to the Super Bowl result, where the Eagles defeated the Chiefs. Some fans even joked about renaming the VCT tournament to a “show match” to make it fairer for other teams.
Who is the Pre-Tournament Favorite?
As VCT Bangkok approaches, predicting a favorite remains difficult. Many would argue that G2 and Vitality hold the best chances based on recent performances.
While DRX dominated Pacific, the region has historically struggled to convert those performances into international championships. Similarly, Edward Gaming, despite being the defending world champions, has displayed some inconsistencies in their latest matches.
Considering the overall regional strength and their dominant run, G2 might be the most formidable contender for the title. However, with the VCT format often producing surprises, no team can be counted out just yet.
