Shanghai Major Playoffs: Elite Eight Teams Set for CS2 Championship Battle

Shanghai Major Playoffs: Elite Eight Teams Set for CS2 Championship Battle

By Marcus Thompson

December 23, 2024 at 07:56 PM

The Perfect World Shanghai Major playoffs feature eight top teams competing for a $1.25 million prize pool in the second-ever CS2 Major Championship. Here's a comprehensive breakdown of the qualified teams and their journey.

Team Vitality dominated the elimination stage with ZywOo's outstanding 1.49 rating, making them tournament favorites. Their commanding victories over GamerLegion, FURIA Esports, and MIBR showcase their championship potential.

Blaues Vitality-Insektenlogo

Blaues Vitality-Insektenlogo

The MongolZ emerged as the tournament's surprise package, defeating G2 Esports, MOUZ, and HEROIC with impressive performances and home crowd support.

Logo von The MongolZ

Logo von The MongolZ

FaZe Clan secured their spot with a dramatic victory over FURIA Esports, showcasing resilience despite inconsistent form.

FaZe Logo auf dunklem Hintergrund

FaZe Logo auf dunklem Hintergrund

Team Spirit's 17-year-old prodigy donk leads with a remarkable 1.55 rating, including a memorable 1v5 clutch against HEROIC.

Grünes Wolfskopf-Logo

Grünes Wolfskopf-Logo

G2 Esports recovered from an early setback to qualify, with huNter's impressive 1.47 T-side rating leading their charge.

G2 Esports Logo

G2 Esports Logo

Team Liquid surprised many with their qualification, led by YEKINDAR's consistent performances.

Team Liquid Logo in Aquablau

Team Liquid Logo in Aquablau

MOUZ secured their spot with a decisive victory over MIBR, highlighted by Brollan's 38-kill performance.

MOUZ Logo in stilisiertem Design

MOUZ Logo in stilisiertem Design

HEROIC claimed the final playoff spot by eliminating NAVI, with flameZ delivering crucial plays.

Heroic Esports Logo auf Grün

Heroic Esports Logo auf Grün

Playoff Matchups (Best-of-Three):

  • The MongolZ vs. MOUZ
  • Team Liquid vs. Team Spirit
  • G2 Esports vs. HEROIC
  • Team Vitality vs. FaZe Clan

The playoffs begin December 12, following a single-elimination format with best-of-three matches throughout, including the grand final.

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