The 2024 Esports World Cup so far as been nothing short of thrilling and eventful. This inaugural event has managed to capture millions of gamers’ attention from all around the world. With the event already halfway through, let’s go through the main highlights, finished games, and upcoming showdowns that are promising even more action.
Completed Games and Major Highlights at the Esports World Cup
Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) has been one of the most thrilling titles of the tournament. The showdown between Natus Vincere (NaVi) and G2 Esports was a nail-biter. NaVi clinched the championship, with B1t earning the MVP title for the first time in his career. The final match saw intense competition, especially on maps like Ancient, Nuke, and Inferno, where NaVi’s strategic prowess and individual brilliance shone through. Following their victory, NaVi tweeted, “Fighting for the top spot at #EsportsWorldCup Club Championship.”
Dota 2 also delivered high-octane action. Gaimin Gladiators emerged as the champions, defeating Team Liquid in a decisive 3-0 victory. The semi-finals were particularly surprising as Team Liquid ousted Falcons, and Gaimin Gladiators showcased their dominance, leaving no room for their opponents.
PUBG Mobile’s group stages came to a close with notable performances. Al Ula x IHC secured a direct spot on the main stage with a strong showing. The top teams, including Yoodo Alliance and Tianba, have advanced, setting the stage for more intense battles in the survival stage.
Upsets and Unexpected Twists
The EWC has been full of upsets. In Dota 2, Team Spirit’s elimination by PSG Quest was a significant shock, disrupting many predictions for the finals. This was very evident in Counter-Strike 2 when Virtus.pro managed to pull off an upsetting win over Team Vitality, which literally spelt out that anything could happen in this tournament. Fans often like this kind of surprise, as it keeps them on the edge of their seats and brings out the depth of talent from all the participating teams.
Looking Forward
As the EWC progresses, there are several matchups to keep an eye on. In PUBG Mobile, the survival stage will determine the final four teams that will join the main stage, promising high-stakes action. Upcoming clashes in Counter-Strike 2 and Dota 2 are also highly anticipated, with top teams like T1, Team Liquid, G2 Esports, and TOP Esports set to battle it out in the semi-finals.
Esports broadcasts are televised on major venues, including The Sphere at Las Vegas – showing that a strategic orchestration from EWC has been paying off in expanding the scope of esports. In addition, since then, influencers and celebrities like Neymar Jr and Diogo Jota have helped boost the game even more. Additionally, Logitech celebrated NaVi’s CS2 triumph with a tweet: “NAVI’s Counter-Strike 2 team has triumphed at the Esports World Cup, and we’re celebrating their incredible victory with an epic PRO Kit Bundle!” on their Logitech G esports page.
So far, the Esports World Cup 2024 has been nothing short of sensational, with exceptional performances and heart-stopping, out-of-left-field results, in addition to a truly panoramic slate of games. From seasoned fans to new audiences alike, the EWC keeps on pleasing and never fails to create incredible moments. Stay tuned for more action as the tournament heads into its final stages!
