Counter-Strike's Perfect World Shanghai Major 2024 enters its elimination phase with several teams poised to upset the established order. Beyond the spotlight on giants like G2, FaZe, Spirit, MOUZ, and NAVI, two dark horse contenders deserve special attention.

Heroic (#7 HLTV/Valve Rankings)

After transitioning from their all-Danish roster 11 months ago, Heroic has evolved into a formidable international squad. The recent addition of AWPer degster, combined with strong performances from NertZ (1.23 rating) and TeSeS (1.13 rating), has revitalized the team. Their recent achievements include:

• Playoff appearance at EPL S20
• 3rd/4th at IEM Rio 2024
• Silver medals at Elisa Masters Espoo and Thunderpick World Championship 2024

The current lineup features:

• kyxsan (IGL)
• degster (AWP)
• NertZ (Rifler)
• TeSeS (Rifler)
• sjuush (Support)
• sAw (Coach)

The MongolZ (#5 Valve, #9 HLTV)

2024 has been revolutionary for the Mongolian squad, marking themselves as Asia's strongest contender. Their achievements include:

• Top 16 at PGL Copenhagen Major 2024
• Multiple playoff appearances (EPL 19 & 20, IEM Cologne, IEM Rio)
• Victory at Thunderpick World Championship ($850,000)
• $986,347 total prize money (4th highest in 2024)

Led by 23-year-old bLitz, the team features:

• 910 (AWP)
• Senzu (Rifler)
• erkast (Rifler)
• kabal (Rifler)

Their recent form is impressive, losing only 15 rounds across four maps in the opening phase and maintaining a 10-match winning streak. They represent Asia's best chance at making history in the first Major hosted in the region.

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