Fluxo lose to G2, exit ESL Pro League S22 after 1–2 defeat

Fluxo lose to G2, exit ESL Pro League S22 after 1–2 defeat

Brazilian squad Fluxo were eliminated from ESL Pro League Season 22 after a 1–2 loss to G2 Esports in the Swiss Stage 1, Round 4. The defeat sealed their fate, as the match was part of a “losing team is eliminated” bracket in that round. 

The maps played were Ancient, Inferno, and Mirage. The match sequence was:

• Ancient – Fluxo 13 : G2 11

• Inferno – G2 13 : Fluxo 2

• Mirage – G2 13 : Fluxo 4

That result meant that Fluxo’s run in EPL S22 is over. Meanwhile, G2 moved onward to the next round. 

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Earlier run: Fluxo’s road before elimination

Before their exit, Fluxo had kept their tournament hopes alive via a previous win over NRG, a 2–0 victory. That match eliminated NRG from the tournament. 

In the NRG match:

• Nuke was won by Fluxo 13–8

• Train was a tighter fight, 13–11 for Fluxo

Thus, Fluxo entered the Round 4 match versus G2 with a 1–2 record, needing a win to stay alive. But G2’s strong showing stopped them. 

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Match details & performance

Map 1: Ancient (Fluxo starts strong)

Fluxo opened with a win on Ancient, 13–11. According to HLTV’s map breakdown, the half splits were 4–8 and 7–5 (Fluxo starting on CT side with a strong defense). Their ability to flip rounds in the second half was key. 

Map 2: Inferno (G2 dominates)

G2 responded emphatically on their map pick, taking Inferno 13–2. The match page indicates a dominant start for G2, with Fluxo unable to recover from the initial pressure. 

Map 3: Mirage (G2 closes)

On Mirage, G2 sealed the elimination with a 13–4 win. The scoreline reflects a strong showing by G2 and difficulty for Fluxo to establish control. 

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Implications & context

Tournament structure & elimination format

EPL S22 uses a Swiss system in Stage 1, and Round 4 is often a point where 1–2 teams fight for survival; those who lose that match are out. Because this was a “losing team is eliminated” match, Fluxo could not afford defeat. 

G2, by winning, avoided dropping to the 2–2 pool and kept their path toward Stage 2 more secure. 

Performance contrast & roster notes

• G2’s roster in that match included huNter-, malbsMd, HeavyGod, SunPayus, MATYS.

• Fluxo’s lineup featured zevy, Lucaozy, arT, kye, decenty. 

• On Ancient, Fluxo showed they could contest the map, but their inability to respond on Inferno and Mirage proved costly.

• Their earlier win over NRG showed capacity to fight in elimination matches, but that momentum was not enough to counter G2’s strength.

Broader context: Major & VRS race

Reaching further in EPL offers more VRS (Valve Regional Standings) points, which matter heavily for teams on the bubble of a Major invite. Because Fluxo is now out, they lose the opportunity to accumulate further points at EPL.

In contrast, G2’s win helps them inch forward in that standings race. Being among the strong European teams, G2’s deep runs in events like EPL are often expected—but consistency in map wins strengthens their VRS position.