On June 21, 2025, at 13:00 CEST, Aurora Gaming will face OG in the opening round of the Group Stage at PGL Wallachia Season 5. This Best-of-3 series marks the start of LAN competition for both teams in Romania, where 16 of the best rosters in the world will compete for a share of the $1,000,000 prize pool. Let’s dive into the form, history, and draft trends of both teams to predict how this clash might unfold.

Current Form of the Teams

Aurora Gaming

Aurora comes into the match after a strong showing in the qualifiers and direct invites to recent top-tier tournaments. The team has built synergy around key players like Nightfall and TORONTOTOKYO, known for their laning consistency and map control. Over the past six months, Aurora Gaming has shown solid form with an estimated 62% win rate. Their macro play and patience in late-game scenarios make them a dangerous opponent in any Bo3 series.

OG

OG has had a turbulent 2025 season so far. While they’ve made roster adjustments and experimented with strategies, consistency remains a challenge. Their recent run in the Western Europe Qualifier for TI2025 ended in disappointment, falling short against Nigma Galaxy and NAVI Junior. Their current form suggests a ~45% win rate over the past two months.

Most Frequent Picks

In pro-level Dota, drafting plays a pivotal role in shaping the outcome of a match. Hero selections are closely tied to the prevailing meta, which sets the pace of play and influences how teams approach skirmishes, map pressure, and their overarching strategy.

Aurora Gaming

OG

Most Frequent Bans

Bans carry equal weight. Teams often focus on eliminating the most reliable and impactful heroes from the enemy’s comfort pool. Lately, there’s been a clear shift toward banning top-tier meta picks early in the draft, as removing these high-impact heroes can tilt the game before it even begins.

Aurora Gaming

OG

Match Prediction

Based on team form, hero pool depth, and overall execution in recent matches, Aurora Gaming holds a clear edge in this Bo3. Their coordinated teamfights and structured drafts have proven successful against teams with similar playstyles to OG. While OG may take a game through individual brilliance, Aurora’s discipline and superior map movement make them the more likely winners.

Prediction: Aurora Gaming 2:1 OG

Odds are provided by Stake and are current at the time of publication.    

PGL Wallachia Season 5 takes place from June 21 to June 29, 2025, in Romania, featuring a prize pool of $1,000,000. You can follow the news, schedule, and results of the tournament via the link.