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HEROIC defeats Team Liquid at the Final Match of Day 1 at IEM Katowice 2025
The final match of the first day at Intel Extreme Masters Katowice 2025 featured Team Liquid vs. HEROIC. Many fans were eagerly anticipating this showdown, as the two teams had faced each other only a few times before, with their previous encounters being highly competitive. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the match and its most exciting moments.
Liquid vs. HEROIC
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HEROIC had the first map pick, choosing Anubis. However, the start did not go in their favor, as Team Liquid, with their revamped roster, came in with a determined mindset. Entering the match as favorites, Liquid lived up to expectations, effortlessly dismantling their opponents' strategies and showcasing their superior experience. As a result, the first half ended 8-4 in their favor. The second half was much more intense, with HEROIC proving that, despite being a young team, they were highly talented. They managed to equalize the score at 8-8, but ultimately, they couldn't keep up with Liquid’s dynamic playstyle. Team Liquid closed out Anubis with a 13-9 victory.
For the second map, Team Liquid chose Nuke, a map where their track record had been inconsistent. Unlike the first map, HEROIC came out much stronger, showing that they had learned from their mistakes. Their early dominance led to an 8-4 advantage at halftime. However, Liquid didn't back down and delivered crucial clutch plays in rounds 14 and 16. Despite their resilience, it wasn't enough, as HEROIC's aggressive playstyle secured them a 13-11 victory, forcing a deciding third map.
Final Map
The final map was Dust2, where everything was on the line. The first half was as close as it could get, ending in a 6-6 tie, making every round in the second half crucial. As the match progressed, fatigue became a significant factor, and HEROIC proved to be the more composed team, winning almost every round in the second half. With a 13-8 victory on Dust2, HEROIC secured the series 2-1.
As a result, HEROIC advance to the Upper Bracket, while Team Liquid will have to fight through the Lower Bracket for a chance to progress further in the tournament.
More about teams:
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