Karmine Corp Defeat Bilibili Gaming and Advance to EWC 2025 Playoffs

On July 10, 2025, during the group stage of the Esports World Cup 2025 in the Guangzhou zone, Karmine Corp faced off against Bilibili Gaming in a decisive BO3 match. After a tense battle, the European team emerged victorious with a 2:1 scoreline, securing a spot in the tournament playoffs.

• Icebox (KC pick) — 13:9 Karmine Corp opened the series with solid map control and strong defensive coordination. Suygetsu stood out on Viper with an impressive performance: ACS 274, K/D 18/9/6, playing a key role in securing the first win.
• Lotus (BLG pick) — 13:11 Bilibili Gaming responded with a determined performance on their map pick. The match remained close throughout, but the Chinese squad edged ahead in the final rounds, tying the series.
• Sunset (decider) — 13:9 Karmine Corp regained momentum on the final map, showing disciplined plays and smart executions. Saadhak, alternating between KAY/O and Sova, recorded 17 kills and ADR 186, contributing heavily to the team’s success.

Standout Players from KC

• Suygetsu delivered a dominant performance on Icebox, setting the tone for the match with his Viper gameplay.
• Saadhak was consistently impactful across all maps, leading the team in clutch moments and maintaining strong stats throughout the series.

Karmine Corp defeat Bilibili Gaming 2:1 and move forward to the playoff stage of Esports World Cup 2025. This victory marks a significant achievement for the French organization, positioning them as serious contenders for the championship title in Valorant.

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.