The first stream of bo2 matches within the third gaming day of Lima Major 2023 will give us a confrontation between TOP clubs. PSG.LGD will play against Tundra Esports.
Previously, such a match caused awe and created a stir around itself. After the first round of DPC 2023, the situation changed a bit, and the first matches of Lima Major 2023 made even more adjustments.
Both teams now do not look like contenders for high places in Lima Major 2023. This is especially true for PSG.LGD.
The Chinese champions are 7th in Group A. PSG.LGD has 2 taken cards and 4 losses.
Tundra Esports are on the 4th line. They won 5 cards and lost 3.
Trying to figure out what to expect from this game. Will PSG.LGD be able to improve their performance in the standings or will we face a one-goal clearance from the reigning world champions.
Tundra Esports Uniform
Let's start the review with an analysis of the game form of Tundra Esports. They will be the favorite in this fight.
Chance to win Tundra is estimated by odds around 3.1. For bo2, this figure is too minor.
A very strange choice of bookmakers. In this match, we actually have no favorite, since the gap in quotes is minimal.
Tundra Esports roster
We have already discussed the problems of Tundra Esports. The extremely thorough preparation of opponents for matches against the world champions in 2022 was brought there, and the stagnant patch and the predictability of the Tundra also make their contribution.
Tundra players
- skiter
- nine
- 33
- Saksa
- sneyking
Right now Tundra can't beat their class rivals by resorting to using nasty characters. Now, to win, you need to win back filigreely, which Tundra certainly can, but it always works out.
Tundra Esports Performance
The champions of The International 2022 made it to Lima Major not without problems. And quite serious.
Tundra Esports qualified for Lima Major 2023 by taking 3rd place in the regional league of Western Europe. The team finished 4-3.
The pass was not easy because Tundra had to play round robins against Entity and OG. Fortunately for the players and fans of the club, they turned out to be stronger in roulette.
In addition to playing at DPC 2023: WEU - Upper Division, Tundra played in commercial tournaments, the last of which was BB Universe - Cosmic Zone. There, Tundra Esports became champions, beating Spirit 3-2 in the final.
In the first match at Lima Major 2023, Tundra Esports tied with Execration. Then there was not the easiest, but not overly difficult victory over EHOME.
The second game day Tundra finished with a score of 1-1 in series. They beat TSM with a score of 2-0, and lost to Gaimin Gladiators with a similar score.
Heroes Tundra Esports
The most selectable Tundra character is Rubick. He has appeared 4 times and has a perfect win rate.
In addition, another popular hero, Tusk, appeared 4 times. He lost one game.
Also picked are Lina (4 matches, 75% win rate), Earthshaker (3 matches, 66% win rate), Riki (3 matches, 66% win rate).
Form PSG.LGD
We turn to the analysis of the PSG.LGD game form. They will be the favorites in this match. The club's chance of winning is estimated at 3.7.
As for me, such a figure does not correspond at all to the real state of affairs. PSG.LGD are experiencing huge difficulties during the tournament.
The team changed its roster before the start of the new professional season, but they also had to go to Lima Major 2023 with a replacement. Their games show how difficult it is for PSG.LGD to resist top opponents in the current conditions.
PSG.LGD roster
As mentioned above, PSG.LGD have roster problems. The forced replacement introduces a destructive element into the already shaky order of the team.
PSG.LGD Players
- shiro
- NothingToSay
- old_eLeVeN
- planet
- y`
To participate in the event, I had to call old_eLeVeN. The player is certainly experienced, but he did not bring a tangible impact to PSG.LGD and is unlikely to bring it.
Performance of PSG.LGD
Since the team made it to Lima from first place at DPC 2023: CN - Upper Division, it makes sense to remember their path as part of the home scene. You can't call it straightforward, as PSG.LGD encountered problems during the race.
PSG.LGD finished DPC 2023: CN - Upper Division with a 6-1 record. The only loss was against the Knights in the second week of the tour, and the league win came in replays.
In the decisive match, PSG.LGD were relentless: the team closed Aster with a score of 2-0 without much chance, having beaten their counterparts in 25 and 35 minutes, respectively. This is an important moment that speaks to the attitude of PSG.LGD and their ability to adapt and grow as the tournament progresses.
In the debut match, PSG.LGD met with the owners of Lima Major, the Peruvians Evil Geniuses. The match ended with a score of 1-1, as we thought.
But the next game, against TSM, brought a surprise. PSG.LGD quite unexpectedly lost to TSM, who had previously been beaten dry by Team Spirit.
Before the start of the 3rd game day, PSG.LGD played against Team Spirit. Having lost the first map at the peak, PSG.LGD worked on the mistakes and took the second one.
Heroes PSG.LGD
PSG.LGD valued Primal Beast (6 games, 66% win rate), Tiny (6 matches, 50% win rate), Leshrac (6 matches, 50% win rate), Enigma (5 matches, 60% win rate). They love Alchemist, bringing him into the meta: 2 games, 100% win rate.
History of personal confrontations
This fight will be the debut face-to-face confrontation between the two teams. Prior to this, PSG.LGD and Tundra did not play in the updated rosters.
The outcome of the fight
I don't see how or who PSG.LGD can hold onto in this game. Tundra, being not in peak shape, look much more confident for two days than the Chinese grand.
Bo2 can make its own adjustments, however, in this match, I would rather believe in the complete victory of the European club than PSG.LGD. China is disappointing in this tournament, and so is PSG.LGD.
Outcome: victory for Tundra Esports.
