Results of the opening Group D matches at CCT Global Finals 2024

The results of the opening Group D matches at CCT Global Finals 2024 promise to be incredible. The tournament, which runs from May 16-23 and has a prize pool of $500,000, has already seen some exciting clashes, while the playoffs have yet to begin.

Astralis vs. BIG

In the first match of Group D, Astralis faced BIG, the game started on Dust 2, the map chosen by BIG. Despite the map choice, BIG immediately lost six rounds in a row, only managing two return rounds before the half ended 7-5 in favor of Astralis.

After losing the pistol round, BIG was unable to win any more rounds, and Astralis finished the game with a score of 13-6. On the second map, Nuke, chosen by Astralis, BIG dominated the early game in a similar fashion, leading 8-4 at halftime. However, Astralis made an impressive comeback, winning nine straight rounds to take a 13-8 victory, ending the series 2-0.

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MIBR vs BetBoom

Equally exciting was MIBR's match against BetBoom. Starting the game at Mirage, BetBoom's choice, they initially led after winning the pistol round, but lost the first half 7-5. A win in the second pistol round spurred their comeback and led to a 13-9 victory at their pick. On the second map, Vertigo, MIBR's choice, the Brazilians played a great and flawless game with a 13-0 victory over BetBoom.

The deciding card, Nuke, started with BetBoom in overwhelming control as they took 7 rounds in a row and ended the half with a score of 11-1, eventually winning 13-1. This match was full of surprises for the spectators, but BetBoom proved to be stronger than their opponent.

In the next match Astralis will face BetBoom in a deciding match for a playoff spot, while MIBR will play BIG, where the loser will be eliminated from the tournament.