On May 15, 2025, at 19:00 UTC, Shopify Rebellion will face off against AVULUS in the FISSURE Universe: Episode 5 tournament. The match will take place in Group B during the Opening Matches stage and will be played in a best-of-2 format. We have analyzed the current form of the teams and gathered key statistics to assess their chances.

Current Team Form

Shopify Rebellion

Shopify Rebellion is one of the most renowned teams in North America, although they have been showing inconsistent results lately. Their win rate over the past six months hovers around 50%, with only one win in their last five matches. This season, Shopify Rebellion is facing increased competition amid a general decline in form. However, the roster remains potentially dangerous thanks to the experience of players like Davai Lama and Timado.

AVULUS

AVULUS is a young but ambitious team making its way into the pro scene. While their stats aren't extensive, they exhibit a lively playstyle and unconventional drafts. In recent matches, AVULUS has been performing confidently in semi-pro leagues, showcasing decisive victories. Their form over the past month is on the rise, but the level of opposition they have faced is not yet comparable to what they will encounter in Group B.

The last encounter between Shopify Rebellion and AVULUS took place three months ago, ending in a 2-0 victory for AVULUS. Additionally, five months ago, the teams played to a 1-1 draw. This gives AVULUS a psychological edge going into the upcoming matchup.

Most Frequent Picks

In professional Dota 2, hero selection plays a critical role in shaping a team's strategy. The current meta significantly influences priority picks, determining both the overall playstyle and specific tactical moves.

Shopify Rebellion

AVULUS

Most Frequent Bans

Bans are equally important, as teams aim to weaken their opponents by eliminating the most dangerous and meta heroes. Current ban trends reflect a desire to neutralize the strongest in-game threats.

Shopify Rebellion

AVULUS

Head-to-Head

The last encounter between Shopify Rebellion and AVULUS took place three months ago, ending in a 2-0 victory for AVULUS. Additionally, five months ago, the teams played to a 1-1 draw. This gives AVULUS a psychological edge going into the upcoming matchup.

Match Prediction

Shopify Rebellion possesses extensive experience and synergy at the top level, but their recent inconsistent performances and form decline make the match less predictable. AVULUS, on the other hand, is in good emotional and gameplay shape, although their previous opponents are not on par with Shopify. We expect a closely contested battle, especially in the first match. A 1-1 draw is possible, but Shopify's experience might tip the scales.

Prediction: 1-1 Draw

Match odds:

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

The tournament will take place from May 12 to 18, 2025, featuring a round-robin group stage followed by double-elimination playoffs. The top two teams will qualify for the Main Tournament. Follow the schedule and results via this link.