Esports World Cup 2025 — Valorant: Group B Results Recap
The action in Group B of the Esports World Cup 2025 Valorant tournament began on July 8, delivering an intense series of matches that have already shaped the path to the playoffs. With BBL Esports showing dominant form and DRX facing unexpected pressure, the group stage has already seen surprises and high-stakes gameplay.
Opening Matches (Bo1, July 8)
Sentinels 12–14 BBL Esports
An incredibly close series that went into overtime, this match saw both sides battling point-for-point. Despite a strong showing from Sentinels, BBL Esports held their nerve in the clutch moments, pulling off a narrow but important victory that sent them directly into the Winner’s Match.
DRX 13–6 Xi Lai Gaming
DRX delivered a commanding performance against the Chinese team Xi Lai Gaming. The Korean squad controlled the pace and space from start to finish, never letting Xi Lai find rhythm. With this clean win, DRX moved on to face BBL in the upper bracket.
Winner’s Match (Bo3)
BBL Esports 2–0 DRX
BBL Esports continued their hot streak with a decisive 2–0 victory over DRX, leaving no doubt about their current form. They dominated both maps with a mixture of smart rotations, mechanical excellence, and mid-round confidence. With this win, BBL Esports locked in first place in Group B and advanced to the playoffs.
What’s Next in Group B?
Elimination Match (Bo3, July 9): Sentinels vs Xi Lai Gaming
Both teams are facing elimination after opening losses. The loser will exit the tournament, while the winner gets one last shot at reaching playoffs through the decider match.
Decider Match (Bo3, July 10): Winner of Elimination Match vs DRX
The second playoff spot from Group B will be decided in this final clash. DRX await the winner of Sentinels vs Xi Lai Gaming and will be looking to bounce back from their loss to BBL.
Group B Standings (as of now)
Place |
|---|
Team
Status
1
BBL Esports
Qualified for Playoffs
2–3
DRX
In Decider Match
3–4
Sentinels
In Elimination Match
3–4
Xi Lai
In Elimination Match
The Esports World Cup 2025 is a Valorant championship organized by the EWC Foundation and ESL FACEIT Group. The tournament will feature 16 teams competing for a total prize pool of $1,250,000. The event will take place in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia.
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