On May 7, 2025, at 18:00 UTC, Betera and B8 will face off in the ESL Challenger League Season 49: Europe Playoffs. This best-of-3 series will be a crucial match in the upper bracket, as both teams vie for a spot in the finals. We have analyzed the statistics and the current form of the teams to make a prediction for the match outcome. For more details on the match, visit the match page.
Current form of the teams
Betera, currently ranked 253rd in the world, has had a challenging period recently. Their overall win rate stands at 58%, with a marginally better performance in the past six months at 62%. However, their recent month has been tough, reflecting a 0% win rate. In their last five matches, Betera has secured two wins and three losses. They recently participated in the Exort Series 9, where they reached the quarterfinals but were defeated by RUSH B, ranked 90th. Their recent performance in the Fragster Challenger Series saw them finish in the 5-8th place, earning a modest $676.
Betera’s last five matches include a win against Permitta and a victory over undeRRRated, but losses against teams like WildLotus and RUSH B have highlighted the inconsistencies in their form.
In contrast, B8 is in impressive form, holding the 18th position in the global rankings. Their recent performance is commendable, with a win rate of 71% over the past month and 67% over the last six months. B8 has been on a two-match win streak, having recently defeated Zero Tenacity and Chinggis Warriors in the ESL Challenger League and MESA Nomadic Masters, respectively. They finished 3rd in the MESA Nomadic Masters, earning $30,000, contributing to their impressive six-month earnings of $94,000, ranking them 20th in earnings.
Teams’ Map Pool
The map veto for this match is expected to see Betera banning Inferno first, while B8 will opt to ban Nuke. Betera is likely to pick Train, where they have a 78% win rate over the last six months, making it a strategic choice. B8, with a strong 74% win rate on Mirage, will likely pick this map. The decider map is expected to be Ancient, where both teams have shown moderate performance.
| Map | Betera Winrate | M | B | Last 5 Matches (Betera) | B8 Winrate | M | B | Last 5 Matches (B8) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mirage | 42% | 24 | 1 | W, W, W, L, L | 76% | 37 | 1 | W, L, L, L, L |
| Nuke | 55% | 20 | 0 | L, L, W, L, W | 27% | 11 | 20 | FB, FB, FB, FB, FB |
| Train | 78% | 9 | 2 | W, L, W, W, W | 50% | 6 | 24 | W, L, W, L, L |
| Dust II | 72% | 18 | 1 | W, W, L, L, W | 50% | 18 | 5 | L, W, L, W, W |
| Inferno | 33% | 3 | 8 | L, FB, FB, FB, FB | 50% | 16 | 10 | W, L, L, W, L |
| Anubis | 43% | 14 | 5 | W, W, ●, W, L | 50% | 12 | 10 | FB, FB, FB, FB, FB |
| Ancient | 71% | 24 | 1 | W, W, W, L, W | 73% | 22 | 4 | W, W, W, W, W |
Prediction
Based on the current form and map statistics, B8 is the favored team to win this matchup. Their superior win rates and recent performances against higher-ranked teams give them a significant edge. Betera’s recent struggles and lack of consistency, coupled with B8’s strategic map choices, suggest a likely 2:0 victory for B8.
Prediction: Betera 0:2 B8
ESL Challenger League Season 49: Europe takes place from January 21 to May 11, 2025, featuring a prize pool of $100,000. You can follow the news, schedule, and results of the tournament via the link.
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