MongolZ Dominate GamerLegion in EWC Round of 16 Opener

MongolZ Dominate GamerLegion in EWC Round of 16 Opener

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (August 20, 2025) – The MongolZ surged through their Esports World Cup (EWC) opener, delivering a commanding 2–0 victory over GamerLegion and advancing comfortably into the round of 16.

Overpass: Unraveling GamerLegion’s Early Momentum

Despite a promising start for GamerLegion—winning three of the first four clutches to establish a 4–0 lead—The MongolZ soon took control. GamerLegion’s economy crumbled under sustained pressure, and their attempts to execute coordinated attacks in A‑Bathrooms were effectively shut down by Techno and 910. In a post-match comment, Techno reflected:

“It was a long time ago that Overpass was in the map pool … [it’s about] remembering our strategies, but it's a good map for us. Teams should pick it against us for sure.”

Inferno: Mzinho’s Clutches Seal the Deal

The second map, Inferno, saw The MongolZ dominate outright. Ayush “mzinho” Batbold produced two stunning 1‑v‑3 clutches to snuff out any chance of a GamerLegion comeback—pounding the final nails into the match's coffin.

Individual Performances: MongolZ Stars Shine Bright

On Inferno, all MongolZ players impressed, led by bLitz with a phenomenal 1.68 rating and an ADR (Average Damage per Round) of 102.4. Techno also delivered a standout performance with a 1.40 rating. In contrast, GamerLegion’s new AWP specialist, Kursy, continued to struggle—closing the series with just two AWP kills and a team-low 0.69 rating.

Context and Form: MongolZ Momentum vs GamerLegion Instability

This result reflects a broader trend. The MongolZ are riding a wave of strong performances in top-tier tournaments this year, even reaching the grand final at BLAST Bounty Season 2 and consistently delivering at events like IEM and BLAST Majors.

Meanwhile, GamerLegion appear to be struggling to regain form after the summer break. They’ve slipped to 11th in the European VRS rankings and have failed to produce standout results in marquee events. Analysts anticipated a MongolZ victory, with one stating: “Barring any major surprises, MongolZ should roll.”

Looking Ahead: Path to the Quarterfinals

With this dominant 2–0 win, The MongolZ now await the winner of the upcoming NAVI vs. 3DMAX match in the quarterfinals. The match is scheduled for August 21, 2025, around 19:30 local time at the Esports World Cup venue.