Fnatic Prediction - 100 Thieves
The group stage of Valorant Champions 2022 is in full swing, and we continue to analyze all the matches of the stage. Today we are moving to group D, where the second match will be held between representatives of the North American region 100 Thieves, against Fnatic representing Europe. Previously, the teams did not hold face-to-face meetings, and today they will have to determine the strongest in the bo3 format.
Fnatic form
Let's remember how the teams made it to the World Cup. Orange showed themselves well from the beginning of the season, earning 3rd place in the first stage of the Valorant Champions Tour 2022: EMEA Stage 1 Challengers, the players went to Masters Reykjavik, where they did not pass the group stage, and flew out in 11-12th place.
The second stage of the Valorant Champions Tour 2022: EMEA Stage 2 Challengers, the team finished as a winner, as a result of which they went to Masters Copenhagen, where they managed to break into the top four and finish in 4th place.
During the season, the Oranges scored 525 VCT points, and 2nd place in the overall standings, which ensured the team got into Valorant Champions 2022.
Fnatic roster
- booster
- Mystic
- Derke
- enzo
- Alfajer
- otom (replacement)
Since the beginning of the year, the team has made many changes to the roster. The main of them was the departure of Magnum, first to the bench, and then completely moving to KOI. After that, the organization signed Enzo, a former member of Alliance. Although he previously played for Fnatic as a substitute, but having shown himself to be an excellent performer on Raze, he was awarded a place in the main roster. In addition, 17-year-old Turkish player Alfajer, a former member of Surreal Esports and part-time champion of VRL 2022 Turkey, also joined the team. Before the World Cup, the organization signed SPYGEA as a streamer and slk as an assistant coach.
Fnatic map stats
- Bind 75% for 60 matches
- Haven 68% in 63 matches
- Split 60% for 45 matches
- Ascent 59% in 34 matches
On their maps, the team plays well for both sides: Bind is almost equal, 59% of wins in attack and 58% in defense, Haven 59% of wins for the attack side against 55% for the defense side, Split values \u200b\u200bare equal to 53% of wins for the defense against 53 % for attack, while defense prevails on Ascent 54% of wins against 52% for attack.
Most popular heroes in the last 60 days: Derke - Chamber (159), Raze (75), Enzo - Fade (150), Sova (40), Alfajer - Raze (89), Viper (75), Mistic - Skye (75), Breach (61), Boaster-Omen (92), Astra (75).
Form 100 Thieves
For representatives of North America, the situation from the beginning of the season is not so rosy. The first stage of the Valorant Champions Tour 2022: North America Stage 1 Challengers, ended for the team in 9-10th place, and Masters Reykjavik pass. Stage 2 of the Valorant Champions Tour 2022: North America Stage 2 Challengers went a little better, but still not good enough, 5th-6th place and skipping Masters Copenhagen.
Despite the losses, the team firmly decided to get to the World Championship, and went to the Valorant Champions Tour 2022: North America Last Chance Qualifier. After passing through the lower bracket, the players of 100 Thieves reached the grand final, where they easily closed The Guard (3-0), and received the coveted slot at the World Championship.
Lineup of 100 Thieves
- Asuna
- Derrek
- stellar
- Will
- bang
Since the beginning of the year, the roster has undergone many changes. Hiko retrained from a professional player to streamers, Ethan sat on the bench, and then was bought by NRG, and jcStani moved to Gen.G Esports, in addition, head coach jovi, along with assistant Rocket, also ended their careers in the team. After that, the team was replenished with three newcomers: Derrek, who previously played for Rise, the new captain of stellar, whose last club was SoaR, and Will, who moved from Built By Gamers. Sgares became the new head coach and Mikes became his assistant.
100 Thieves Card Statistics
- Bind 67% over 45 matches
- Haven 55% for 62 matches
- Split 56% in 36 matches
- Ascent 65% for 71 matches
On their maps, the team plays better on the defensive side: Bind 59% wins for defense vs. 55% for attack, Split 61% wins for defense vs. 42% for attack, Ascent 60% wins for defense vs. 48% for attack, offense dominates on Haven 56% win vs 49% defense.
Most played heroes in the last 60 days: Asuna - KAY/O (209), Raze (99), Derrek - Fade (167), Sova (127), stellar - Sage (214), KAY/O (74), bang - Viper (127), Omen (147), Will-Chamber (288), Jett (60).
Match prediction
The match will be interesting in that the teams play almost on an equal footing, and there is no strong advantage in one of the sides. Even though on paper Fnatic is the favorite in this match, I will assume 100 Thieves to win as I like their playing style better.
Result: 100 Thieves win
