An exciting matchup awaits us between the Brazilian powerhouse FURIA and the European team OG in the opening stage of the Thunderpick World Championship 2025. Both teams enter this match in solid form, following strong performances at recent events. For FURIA, this is a chance to reinforce their status as favorites, while OG will aim to prove that their recent success is no fluke. This promises to be a tense and tactical showdown, as both teams boast deep map pools and contrasting playstyles that could produce a thrilling strategic battle.
Bookmakers’ Outlook: FURIA as Favorites
Bookmakers label FURIA as the favorite, citing the Brazilians’ consistent results at major tournaments and the experience of their roster. The team has repeatedly shown the ability to dictate the pace of play even against top-tier opponents, which bolsters confidence in their chances. Although OG are currently performing well, analysts believe that FURIA’s disciplined and seasoned approach, supported by the individual brilliance of their players, should give them the upper hand in this series.
FURIA’s Current Form: What to Expect
FURIA come into the Thunderpick World Championship 2025 in strong form. Over the last three months, they’ve played 79 maps, winning 49 — a mark of consistency and confidence. In the past month, they competed in FISSURE Playground 2, where they claimed 1st place, and in ESL Pro League Season 22, finishing 5–8th.
- FURIA lineup: yuurih, KSCERATO, FalleN, molodoy, YEKINDAR
Their recent results look promising: wins against Aurora, Inner Circle, and 3DMAX, though they suffered losses to Vitality and G2, two elite-level opponents. This shows that while FURIA dominate lower and mid-tier teams, they can still face challenges against top contenders.
OG’s Current Form: What to Expect
OG have been even more active, playing 104 maps in the last three months and winning 64. The team has been competing across various events, including:
- StarLadder StarSeries Fall 2025 (7–8th place)
- ESL Challenger League S50 Europe Cup 2 (13–16th place)
- DraculaN Season 2 (1st place)
- Urban Riga Open S1 (5–6th place)
- Fragadelphia Blocktober 2025 (3rd place)
- OG lineup: Chr1zN, spooke, nicoodoz, adamb, arrozdoce
In their last five matches, OG won three (against ECSTATIC, Wildcard, and SkinRave) and lost two (to fnatic and BIG). This suggests a degree of inconsistency, but also that OG remain capable of competing closely with more experienced teams.
FURIA’s Map Pool
FURIA typically begin with a ban on Ancient, their historically weakest map. Their preferred picks include Inferno, Train, or Dust2, depending on the opponent. Given their current form, Inferno is the most likely first pick — where they have a 67% win rate and excel in their trademark aggressive style. Their strengths lie in quick rotations, sharp individual aim, and well-coordinated attacks through Banana control.
In the second ban phase, FURIA might remove Overpass, a map where OG tend to perform well. Still, FURIA remain strong on Nuke and Train, boasting win rates between 75–80%, making them a serious threat in any decider scenario.
OG’s Map Pool
OG consistently ban Dust2, which doesn’t fit their tactical style. The team approaches vetoes analytically, tailoring their picks to exploit opponents’ weaknesses. Their best maps are Nuke and Ancient, often their first choices. Statistically, they’ve shown dominance on Nuke (100% win rate) and strong results on Ancient (70%), suggesting Nuke will likely be their pick, where they can leverage solid coordination and timing control.
In the second ban phase, OG may remove Train, which favors FURIA. Should the series go the distance, Mirage appears the most likely decider — a balanced map where both sides perform at a similar level.
Head-to-Head Record
Over the past six months, FURIA and OG haven’t faced each other. Their last meeting was months ago, where OG came out on top. That history adds intrigue to this match, as both teams now feature refreshed lineups and renewed motivation to make a strong statement in the tournament opener.
Prediction: FURIA vs OG — Thunderpick World Championship 2025
The matchup between FURIA and OG promises intensity, but the Brazilians seem better prepared to claim victory. FURIA display more consistency, a deeper map pool, and far greater experience at premier events. Under FalleN’s leadership, the team blends aggression with discipline, and their individual firepower often allows them to control the pace even against tactically sharp opponents. Expect FURIA to take the series 2–1, winning on Inferno and Mirage, while OG may only find success on their map pick.
Prediction: FURIA to win 2–1.
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