On July 23, 2025, at 10:00 AM UTC, MOUZ and Virtus.pro will face off in a best-of-2 series as part of the FISSURE Universe: Episode 6 Play-In. This match will take place in the Play-In Group A stage. We have analyzed the statistics and the current form of the teams to make a prediction for the match outcome. Follow the match details here.

Current form of the teams

MOUZ

MOUZ comes into this match with a mixed bag of recent performances. Their recent win rate over the past year is 49%, with a slight drop to 47% over the last six months. Their form has been inconsistent, as reflected in their recent matches. MOUZ’s last five encounters included a victory against Lynx and Team Next Level, but they suffered losses against Passion UA and Nemiga Gaming. In terms of earnings, MOUZ has accumulated $5,500 over the last six months, placing them 58th in the earnings ranking.

Virtus.pro

Virtus.pro, on the other hand, has been struggling recently, with a win rate of 54% over the past year, dropping to 51% in the last six months. Interestingly, their win rate for the recent month stands at 0%, as they have not secured a victory in their last five matches. These matches included losses against formidable teams like Team Falcons and Aurora Gaming. Despite these setbacks, Virtus.pro has earned $78,000 in the past six months, ranking them 20th in earnings.

Most Frequent Picks

In top-tier Dota 2, the draft phase plays a crucial role in shaping the outcome of a match. Hero choices are deeply influenced by the current meta, which dictates game tempo, teamfight effectiveness, map presence, and overall strategic execution.

MOUZ

Virtus.pro

Most Frequent Bans

Bans are just as important — teams often target the enemy’s strongest or most iconic heroes to disrupt their comfort and rhythm. Priority meta picks are frequently banned early, and their removal can drastically impact the flow and direction of the series.

MOUZ

Virtus.pro

Head-to-Head

Historically, Virtus.pro has had the upper hand in their recent encounters against MOUZ. In their last three meetings, Virtus.pro triumphed twice, with MOUZ’s sole victory dating back to July 2024. Virtus.pro’s win rate against MOUZ stands at 67%, showcasing a favorable trend in their head-to-head matchups. These past results indicate Virtus.pro’s strategic advantage and psychological edge over MOUZ.

Match Predictions

Based on the analysis of current forms, historical data, and win probabilities, Virtus.pro is anticipated to win this match with a 2-0 scoreline. Virtus.pro’s consistent past performances against MOUZ and their higher win rate in head-to-head encounters suggest a clear edge. Despite their recent struggles, Virtus.pro’s overall strength and tactical prowess are likely to secure them the victory in this best-of-2 series.

Prediction: MOUZ 2:0 Virtus.pro

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

FISSURE Universe: Episode 6 Play-In takes place from July 23 to July 27, 2025, featuring an online competition. You can follow the news, schedule, and results of the tournament via the link.