Brazilian powerhouse FURIA and Mongolian squad The MongolZ are set to face off in an exciting battle at the Thunderpick World Championship 2025, where both teams have something to prove. FURIA enters the match as the favorite after a strong run of victories and their title win at FISSURE Playground 2, while The MongolZ will aim to take revenge for recent losses and reaffirm their status as Asia’s top team. Ahead lies a clash of styles — FURIA’s discipline versus The MongolZ’s aggression.
Bookmakers’ View: FURIA the Favorites
Bookmakers see FURIA as the favorite based on their consistent results in recent tournaments and their wider map pool. The Brazilians showcase a higher level of tactical structure and experience in best-of-three series against strong opponents, giving them confidence. Meanwhile, The MongolZ are viewed as dangerous underdogs capable of creating an upset thanks to their aggressive playstyle and individual skill. Analysts note that if the Mongols prepare well for FURIA’s map picks, they can put up a real fight, though the overall edge still lies with the Brazilian side.
FURIA’s Current Form: What to Expect
FURIA have shown impressive consistency over the past three months, playing 81 maps and winning 51 of them. During this period, they participated in two major events — FISSURE Playground 2 (1st place) and ESL Pro League Season 22 (Top 8). At the ongoing Thunderpick World Championship 2025, FURIA continue to perform confidently.
- Roster: yuurih, KSCERATO, FalleN, molodoy, YEKINDAR
Their latest results confirm solid form — wins over OG, Aurora, and Inner Circle, and losses to Vitality and G2 indicate they handle equals or weaker teams well but still struggle against the elite. Nevertheless, FURIA’s overall form suggests high-quality, fast-paced play should be expected.
The MongolZ’s Current Form: What to Expect
The MongolZ have played 31 maps in the past three months, winning 17. The team has shown steady progress during this period — finishing 2nd at FISSURE Playground 2, 9–11th at ESL Pro League Season 22, and now competing at Thunderpick World Championship 2025.
- Roster: bLitz, Techno4K, 910, mzinho, Senzu
In their recent matches, The MongolZ looked solid: wins against 9z, Gentle Mates, and GamerLegion prove consistency against mid-tier teams, while losses to Natus Vincere and Inner Circle highlight areas to improve versus top-tier opposition. Their aggressive style based on individual prowess and fast tempo remains their defining strength.
FURIA’s Map Pool
FURIA approaches map picks strategically, often targeting their opponents’ weaknesses. They usually ban Ancient, a map that suits many teams, including The MongolZ. Thus, Ancient will likely be removed early.
Their probable pick is Inferno, which they’ve played 22 times recently with a 68% win rate and previously defeated The MongolZ on at BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025. FURIA also boast strong records on Nuke (78%), Overpass (75%), and Mirage (71%), giving them flexibility in a potential decider.
In the second ban phase, they’re likely to remove Dust2 to avoid unpredictable rounds based on The MongolZ’s aim duels.
Expected map choices for FURIA:
- Ban: Ancient
- Pick: Inferno
- Second ban: Dust2
The MongolZ’s Map Pool
The MongolZ traditionally ban Train, a map that doesn’t fit their playstyle. Their strategy revolves around confidence and aggression, preferring fast-paced maps.
Their most likely pick is Mirage, which they’ve played 16 times with a 63% win rate and has brought them two victories over FURIA in 2025. An alternative could be Ancient (67%), though it’s often banned by FURIA.
In the second ban phase, The MongolZ will likely remove Nuke, where FURIA are strongest (78%). If the match goes to a decider, Overpass is the most probable — both teams have 75% win rates there, and it often becomes their deciding battleground.
Expected map choices for The MongolZ:
- Ban: Train
- Pick: Mirage
- Second ban: Nuke
- Decider: Overpass
Head-to-Head Record
Over the past six months, FURIA and The MongolZ have met four times, with an even record — two wins each:
- PGL Astana 2025 — The MongolZ win (2:1): Inferno 9–13, Anubis 13–7, Mirage 13–4
- IEM Dallas 2025 — The MongolZ win (2:0): Mirage 13–7, Anubis 13–7
- BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025 — FURIA win (1:0): Inferno 13–11
- FISSURE Playground 2 — FURIA win (3:2): Dust2 13–5, Overpass 9–13, Nuke 16–12, Inferno 11–13, Mirage 16–13
Match Prediction FURIA vs The MongolZ: Thunderpick World Championship 2025
A tense best-of-three series is expected, with both teams having a real shot at victory. FURIA currently look more confident thanks to a deeper map pool, more stable form, and having won their most recent head-to-head. The MongolZ, however, can still surprise with their pace and strong individual skill.
If FURIA manage to control the tempo on Inferno and avoid mistakes on Mirage, the series should end 2–1 in FURIA’s favor. However, if The MongolZ impose their aggressive rhythm early, the match may go to Overpass, where individual brilliance will decide the outcome — still with a slight edge for the Brazilians.
Prediction: FURIA to win 2–1
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