The Lima Major Continues: Upper Bracket Thoughts and Predictions
After an intense group stage and a day to recuperate, we move to the main stage. The upper bracket of the Lima Major commences today.
Who will win?
The fans are more than excited to tune in and support their favorite team. Based on the Lima Major qualifiers & the group stage, we can predict who might win. However, new strategies can always pull off the most unpredictable wins. So be prepared to have your mind blown today.
Gaimin Gladiators Vs. Team Aster (4:00 pm CET)
The first main event match starts between these two teams. Gaimin Gladiators had only one loss during the group stage. They seem to be standing tall and confident about their play style. This team does not give second chances. A simple mistake, and "Quinn" will run into your base with his Leshrac like he owns the place. Team Aster should be more than prepared to take on GG and find a way to win their mid-lane. Either that or they should not give Gladiators the space to make moves. Even though Team Aster has been faulty, they are carrying China's pride on their backs. If they can shake the pressure off, maybe a comeback is possible.
Prediction: A 2-1 victory leaning towards GG? But let's hope Aster has it figured out.
Evil Geniuses Vs. Entity (7:00 pm CET)
EG's new South American roster has proven worthy of the upper bracket. This team hasn't figured out the international competition, but has figured out Western EU. Winning against Gaimin Gladiators and Tundra Esports might be a problem for Entity. But Entity has also been a tough opponent for the better part of this DPC. And with constant improvement as the days go, both EG and Entity can be one of the top teams this year.
Prediction: Might go the side of EG with their home crowd advantage. We can only hope for a three-game series.
Team Spirit Vs. Shopify Rebellion (10:00 pm CET)
This match is a hyped one. Both these teams have the potential to be the top team. But they have a history of faltering when critical, especially for the SR squad. Having some of the most skilled players Dota has ever seen, this former EG squad always has high expectations. Hopefully, this time they can climb back to their rightful place. Team Spirit, despite winning TI, has a hard time on the main stage. Let's see if they can get that pressure off their chest and play the best Dota today.
Prediction: Honestly, this game can go either way. The team that cracks first will lose.
Team Liquid Vs. Talon Esports (Wednesday, 1:00 am CET)
Talon Esports has had a good run this season. Even though they came 3rd during the regional qualifiers, they proved to be better opponents during groups. However, against Liquid's current state, their chances of winning are slim. But if they can pull it off, it will be a major upset.
Prediction: A 2-1 victory for Liquid is highly probable.
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