M80 kicked off the match by picking Ancient, where they demonstrated strong gameplay to secure a 13-7 victory. However, BetBoom responded vigorously on their map choice, Mirage. After falling behind 2-6, they orchestrated a remarkable comeback, winning 11 consecutive rounds and finishing the map 13-6 without losing a single round in their defense half.
The decider map, Anubis, pushed both teams to their limits, extending into overtime. BetBoom edged out a 16:14 win, sealing their place in the playoffs and demonstrating their clutch performance under pressure.
Despite the loss, M80's malbsMd was the standout player of the match, finishing with a commendable 6.9 rating. His efforts, although impressive, were not enough to secure a win for his team. M80 will now face Tyloo in a do-or-die match in the tournament's elimination round.
This series was part of a dramatic day in the ESL Pro League, with five out of fifteen maps going into overtime, highlighting the intense competitiveness of the tournament. As BetBoom prepares to enter the playoff stage, they carry forward the momentum from this hard-fought victory.
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