Valorant
The Valorant champions finally wrapped up; we saw some of the best players and team play. The level of excitement was through the roof. We managed to catch some underground teams take over and extensive team flops in the group stage; in this year's Champions, we witnessed some rookie players shake the world and saw the unexpected happen, and overall, the Valorant Champions 2024 was a big success for Valorant and the fans and hope it gets better the year it comes next.
The "Ultimate Team" concept in Valorant involves selecting the best players from each role based on their performance in Valorant Champions 2024. These players are recognized for their exceptional skills, game sense, and impact in their respective roles, creating a hypothetical dream team that is virtually unbeatable. By combining the top talents from different teams, the Ultimate Team stands for the ultimate combination of skill, teamwork, and strategy.
Team Composition:
The critical point of the ultimate team is to take the best player from each agent role, Duelist, Sentinel, Smoke, and Initiator, from the top four teams in Valorant Champions 2024, which are Sentinels, Team Heretics, Leviathan, and EDward Gaming, to form the unstoppable team.
Duelist
Zheng "ZmjjKK" Yongkang
Player: Zheng "ZmjjKK" Yongkang (EDward Gaming)
ZmjjKK has been a phenomenal duelist throughout Champions 2024. Every match he plays, whether top frags or significantly impacts the game. His crisp aim and game sense have led him to win the Valorant Champions 2024 and break the world record for most kills in a single series with 111 kills. He was also crowned the official MVP of the tournament. ZmjjKK has been competing in the Valorant Champions since 2022, despite him failing he never gave up waiting for this glory moment to be on top of the Valorant world, and by far, he was the easiest pick for this list due to his fantastic performance in Champions 2024.
Controller: (Omen)
Tyson "TenZ" Ngo
Player: Tyson "TenZ" Ngo (Sentinels)
A great player like Tenz deserves a spot in the ultimate team. He proved himself worthy by putting some insane work on Omen. He might not be an entirely devoured controller, but when he gets his hand on it, he puts a hundred percent into it. Tenz's intelligent plays and Omen's teleport allowed him to create significant advantages for his team. Tenz has considerable advantages over his opponents, including his almost perfect aim and flicks. Tenz was a big part of Sentinel's success this year, and fans hope to do the same for next year.
Sentinel:
Wan "CHICHOO" Shunzhi
Player: Wan "CHICHOO" Shunzhi (EDward Gaming)
CHICHOO joined Edward Gaming in May 2022, and since then, EDG has witnessed a major
improvement. CHICHOO made a name for himself through his talent and skills in the Valorant scene. His ability to hold down the site and deny enemy access was one of the reasons EDG got the Champions 2024 title.
Initiator:
Enes "RieNs" Ecirli
Player: Enes "RieNs" Ecirli
RieNs is selected as the best initiator in Valorant Champions 2024 due to his extraordinary skills and quick adaptation. RieNs demonstrated a deep understanding of the game, consistently using his utility to gain crucial map control and set up his team for success. Whether creating space for his Duelists or disrupting the enemy's plans with perfectly timed abilities, RieNs was always a step ahead. RieNs' impact went beyond just his performances; his leadership and ability to communicate under pressure made him the glue that held his team together. In a tournament filled with high-stakes moments, RieNs remained calm and composed, leading his team through some of their toughest challenges. His contributions as an Initiator were instrumental in his team's success, earning him a well-deserved spot on the Ultimate Team of Valorant Champions 2024.
Flex Player:
Hsieh "S1Mon" Meng-hsun
Player: Hsieh "S1Mon" Meng-hsun
S1Mon's adaptability and consistent high-level play earned him recognition and a spot on the Ultimate Team. His ability to perform in multiple roles with perfection was a critical factor in his team's success, and his impact on the tournament was undeniable. S1Mon proved that being a Flex player requires more than just versatility—it requires a deep understanding of the game and the ability to thrive in any situation, qualities he demonstrated in abundance during Valorant Champions 2024.
Lastly, These players didn't just perform well—they defined the tournament. Each single player has an outstanding impact on their team. They set new standards for excellence in their respective roles. Whether through clutch plays, innovative strategies, or sheer mechanical skill, they all contributed to some of the most memorable moments in Valorant history. As we look forward to future tournaments, They represent the pinnacle of Valorant esports, showing us what is possible when talent, hard work, and passion come together on the world stage. This "Ultimate Team" embodies the spirit of competition and the relentless pursuit of victory that defines the Valorant Champions series.
