Shanghai Major Semifinals: Elite Eight Teams Battle for CS2 Glory
The Perfect World Shanghai Major has reached its semifinals stage, featuring eight top teams competing for a $1.25 million prize pool. Here's a comprehensive breakdown of the qualified teams and their journey.
Team Vitality emerged as the tournament favorite, dominating their path with impressive victories over GamerLegion, FURIA Esports, and MIBR. ZywOo leads the event with a 1.49 rating, showcasing exceptional form throughout.
The MongolZ surprised everyone by defeating established teams like G2 Esports, MOUZ, and HEROIC. Their resilience and home crowd support make them a formidable contender.
FaZe Clan's journey included a dramatic victory over FURIA Esports, winning a close 23-round match on Mirage. Despite inconsistent performances, their experience in crucial moments remains valuable.
Team Spirit, led by 17-year-old prodigy donk (1.55 rating), defeated HEROIC with an impressive showing, including a memorable 1v5 clutch on Mirage.
G2 Esports recovered from their loss to The MongolZ by defeating FaZe Clan convincingly. NiKo and huNter's aggressive playstyle proved decisive in their advancement.
Team Liquid's unexpected qualification featured improved team synergy, with YEKINDAR maintaining consistent performance (1.12 rating).
MOUZ secured their spot through a commanding victory over MIBR, with Brollan leading the charge with 38 kills.
HEROIC claimed the final spot after eliminating NAVI in a 2-1 series, showcasing tactical excellence throughout.
Semifinal Matchups (Best-of-Three):
- The MongolZ vs. MOUZ
- Team Liquid vs. Team Spirit
- G2 Esports vs. HEROIC
- Team Vitality vs. FaZe Clan
The semifinals begin on December 12, following a single-elimination format with best-of-three matches through the grand finals.