Both teams have done exactly what was expected of them so far, reaching the 2-0 pool without dropping a match. GamerLegion defeated NRG and FlyQuest, while BetBoom dispatched Gaimin Gladiators before following it up with a convincing win over Team Liquid. The difference is that BetBoom have arguably looked more comfortable throughout the event, particularly in Round 2 where they rarely allowed Liquid to build any momentum.

This is also where the Major starts to become serious. A win sends the victor directly into Stage 2, while the loser gets another chance later. GamerLegion still have one of the highest ceilings in Stage 1, largely thanks to REZ continuing the excellent form that carried them to a deep run at IEM Atlanta earlier this year. However, BetBoom have already proven they can beat this lineup, winning their most recent meeting in April. They look slightly more stable across a longer series, and that gives them the edge in what should be one of the closest matches of Round 3.