The upcoming match between Falcons and ENCE at the BLAST Bounty Spring 2025: Closed Qualifier is crucial in the fight for a spot in the next stage. Both teams showed a good level throughout the last year, however, Falcons have made significant roster changes, while ENCE has been gaining form during this time. Let's take a look at the teams' form and their map pool to find out who will be the winner in this encounter.

Current Team Form

Falcons

For Falcons, this is the first tournament in 2025 and a debut for their new roster. The only remaining player from the previous version of the team is Magisk. Falcons participated in the Perfect World Shanghai Major European RMR, where they performed poorly, being eliminated with a score of 1-3. Out of their last five matches, the team won only one—against ECLOT, while losing to GamerLegion, SAW, FaZe, and Eternal Fire.

Their current form remains a mystery, as the results of the previous roster are unlikely to apply to the updated team.

ENCE

ENCE entered this tournament with better statistics. The team's average rating at B-tier events over the last month was 5.9. At the end of 2024, ENCE played in the CCT Season 2 European Series 15, where they finished 3rd-4th, losing in the semifinals. Over their last five matches, they have won four, defeating AMKAL, Endpoint, Monte, and Zero Tenacity. Their only loss was to Spirit Academy.

The ENCE roster is stable, which allows them to count on player synergy.

Team Map Pool

Falcons

Falcons are likely to ban Inferno, given their priority bans of this map. For their map pick, they might rely on Anubis (win rate 62%) or Dust 2 (win rate 47%), as their success on these maps is higher. However, Nuke is also a possible pick, despite a low win rate (27%), if they choose to play against the opponent’s weaknesses.

ENCE

ENCE might also start with a ban on Inferno, but it depends on who bans first, with the other team having to remove a different map. In terms of map choice, you can expect Vertigo (win rate 67%) or Ancient (win rate 53%), which bring them the most victories. An alternative pick could be Mirage with a win rate of 45%.

Decider

Considering the teams' preferences and the structure of the map pool, the deciding map could be Dust 2 or Ancient, as they are versatile enough for both teams.

Match Prediction

Based on current data, ENCE appears to be the favorites for the match. Their stable roster and high win rate on key maps give them a significant advantage over Falcons, who are just starting to build their game with a new lineup. However, it is worth considering the Falcons roster, which is quite strong with the star NiKo paired with the trio from HEROIC (kyxsan, degster, and TeSeS), this lineup could pose inconveniences for ENCE, yet anything can happen.

Taking all of this into account and the statistics we've reviewed, ENCE might seem the favorites, but if considering the teams individually, Falcons might be stronger, while ENCE boasts stability and a strong young lineup. It might be a tough match, but Falcons will win with a score of 2-1.

Prediction: Falcons will win 2:1 in their favor

The BLAST Bounty Spring 2025: Closed Qualifier is an important stage for reaching the final part of the tournament. The Single-Elimination bracket format and Bo3 matches leave little room for error. Falcons and ENCE must give their best as the winner continues the fight for the title, while the loser exits the competition. This match promises to be exciting and intense, learn more about it here.