After months of global competition, the Shanghai Major Playoffs have arrived with one of the strongest brackets in recent Counter-Strike history. Here's what you need to know about the upcoming matches.

The current Major winners, NAVI, were eliminated by Heroic, shifting the spotlight to two main favorites: Vitality and G2. Vitality stands out as the predicted winner, known for their ability to defeat any team when performing at their peak. G2, while also expected to make a deep run, faces a challenging path as they share the same bracket side as Vitality.

Heroic continues to face tough competition, having already overcome FaZe, The Mongolz, Spirit, and NAVI to secure their playoff spot. Their resilience in 2024, despite off-server challenges, proves they remain a formidable contender.

The Mongolz have emerged as the tournament's dark horse, making history as the first Asian team to reach Major Playoffs. Despite their rookie status, they've demonstrated exceptional performance, losing only one map during the Opening and Elimination stages, defeating established teams like G2, MOUZ, and Heroic.

The Player of the Year title race adds another layer of excitement, with ZywOo, M0NESY, and donk as the main contenders. Their playoff performances will likely influence who claims this prestigious recognition.

The Shanghai Major represents a significant milestone for Chinese Counter-Strike fans, who will experience high-level competition in their home territory. The arena atmosphere promises to match the magnitude of this premier esports event.

The Playoffs begin in less than 72 hours, featuring matches that will determine not only the tournament champion but potentially shape the competitive Counter-Strike landscape for the coming year.

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