The first day of VALORANT at the Esports World Cup 2025 wrapped up with some intense matchups and surprising outcomes. Pacific teams demonstrated strong performances, while North American teams faced an uphill battle, now relegated to the lower bracket. In total, 12 matches were played on Day 1.
EWC 2025 VALORANT: Group Stage Highlights
Group A
Paper Rex had a nail-biting start, narrowly defeating Bilibili Gaming (16-14) in overtime. Karmine Corp showcased dominance by outclassing G2 Esports (13-2). In the Winner’s Match, Paper Rex swept Karmine Corp 2-0, becoming the first team from Group A to secure a spot in the Playoffs.
Upcoming Group A Matches:
- Bilibili Gaming vs G2 Esports (Elimination Match) – Today, July 9, 2:30 PM IST
- Karmine Corp vs Winner of Elimination Match (Decider) – Tomorrow, July 10, 2:30 PM IST
Group B
BBL Esports delivered a strong performance, beating Sentinels (14-12) in a close opening match. DRX comfortably defeated Xi Lai Gaming (13-6). BBL Esports continued their impressive run by sweeping DRX 2-0 in the Winner’s Match, earning their Playoffs spot from Group B.
Upcoming Group B Matches:
- Sentinels vs Xi Lai Gaming (Elimination Match) – TBD
- DRX vs Winner of Elimination Match (Decider) – TBD
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Group C
NRG started their campaign with a decisive 13-4 victory over Team Heretics. Rex Regum Qeon (RRQ) looked sharp, securing a 13-6 win against Titan Esports Club. NRG then went on to sweep RRQ 2-0 in the Winner’s Match, making them the first team from Group C to reach the Playoffs.
Upcoming Group C Matches:
- Team Heretics vs Titan Esports Club (Elimination Match) – Today, July 9, 5:45 PM IST
- Rex Regum Qeon vs Winner of Elimination Match (Decider) – Tomorrow, July 10, 5:45 PM IST
Group D
FNATIC secured a narrow 13-11 win against 100 Thieves in a tightly contested match. Gen.G dominated Edward Gaming with a convincing 13-4 win. FNATIC then breezed past Gen.G with a 2-0 sweep in the Winner’s Match, qualifying for the Playoffs without dropping a single map.
Upcoming Group D Matches:
- 100 Thieves vs Edward Gaming (Elimination Match) – Today, July 9, 5:45 PM IST
- Gen.G vs Winner of Elimination Match (Decider) – Tomorrow, July 10, 5:45 PM IST
How to Watch EWC 2025 VALORANT Day 2
All the action from Day 2 of the VALORANT Esports World Cup 2025 will be streamed live on the Esports World Cup’s official YouTube and Twitch channels. Fans can also join official watch parties hosted by their favorite streamers.
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