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Match Overview
The finals are getting closer, and VCT Americas Kickoff is down to its last four teams. Two of those teams had the opportunity to compete in international Master Shanghai. Today’s match is between G2 Esports vs. Sentinels. The winner of this match will get a ticket to Masters Shanghai, while the loser will have a second chance in the Lower Bracket for redemption.
Head-to-Head Results & Statistics
Match History (vlr.gg)
Ingame Stats (bo3.gg)
Map Winrate and Agent Pick
Sentinels
| Map | WIN% | W | L | ATK RW% | DEF RW% | Agent Composition |
| Split | 100% | 1 | 0 | 50% | 70% | Breach, Omen, Tejo, Viper, Yoru |
| Pearl | 100% | 1 | 0 | 67% | 42% | Fade, Tejo, Astra, Vyse, Yoru |
| Lotus | 0% | 0 | 1 | 42% | 50% | Breach, Omen, Tejo, Vyse, Yoru |
In their match against LOUD, Sentinels showed contrasting performances on attack and defense across the maps. On Split, their defense was powerful, winning most of the rounds and holding key areas effectively. This solid defense allowed them to secure a victory on the map. On Pearl, their attacking side stood out, dominating with well-coordinated pushes and efficient utility usage. However, on Lotus, they struggled, especially on attack, as LOUD’s defense seemed to anticipate their plays. Overall, Sentinels’ defensive setups were generally reliable, but their attacking rounds varied greatly depending on the map, showcasing areas for improvement.
G2 Esports
| Map | WIN% | W | L | ATK RWIN% | DEF RWIN% | Agent Compositions |
| Fracture | 100% | 1 | 0 | 67% | 50% | Brimstone, Tejo, Breach, Raze, Vyse |
| Pearl | 100% | 1 | 0 | 67% | 83% | Astra, Chamber, Sova, Vyse, Yoru |
In G2 Esports’ match against Leviatán, they showed a strong balance between attack and defense. On Fracture, their attack was slightly stronger than their defense, allowing them to take control early. Their defense stood out on Pearl, shutting down Leviatán’s attempts to gain momentum. While their attacking rounds were consistent on both maps, their solid defense on Pearl made the most significant difference. G2’s ability to adapt and perform well on both sides of the game played a key role in their victory.
Current Team and Players Form
Sentinels
They are looking strong when talking about Sentinel’s form and how well they performed in their last matches. This is the best version of Sentinels we have seen in a long time. Their newest additions, Sean “bang” Bezerra and Marshall “N4RRATE” Massey, have made a massive difference in Sentinel’s performance and how they approach problems in their matches. Overall, Sentinels are the type of teams to be scared of, and they could switch any match result at any moment.
G2 Esports
Unlike many other teams in NA that had to switch almost their entire roster for the new season, G2 Esports added only one player, Alexander “Jawgemo” Mor, a very talented duelist with firm mechanics. G2 had always been strong, but they couldn’t win any trophy. That could all change due to the arrival of Jawgemo; he might be the last missing puzzle for G2’s success in the Valorant scene.
Match Prediction
While Sentinels are very strong and can intimidate many teams due to their strong lineup, G2 Esports, on the other hand, are very dominant and haven’t lost a map yet. Their players are looking confident like never before, but can Sentinels stop them?
We believe it will be a tight match, but in the end, G2 Esport will win the series and qualify for Masters Shanghai. Stay tuned on February 6th at 2 PM PST to witness a top-tier Valorant match.
