The upcoming match between GUN5 and Ninjas in Pyjamas is set to take place on May 30, 2025, at 17:00 UTC. This best-of-3 series is part of the CCT Season 3 European Series 2 Playoffs. We have analyzed the statistics and the current form of the teams to make a prediction for the match outcome. You can follow the match here.
Current form of the teams
GUN5, currently ranked 57th in the world rankings, has shown a mixed performance recently. Over the last year, they have maintained a win rate of 58%, which has slightly dipped to 51% over the past six months. In the recent month, their win rate has bounced back to 55%. Despite not having a winstreak, GUN5 has managed to secure a respectable position in recent tournaments.
They earned $48,000 over the last six months, placing them 41st in earnings among their peers. In their last five matches, GUN5 has experienced three wins and two losses. They defeated Partizan, JANO, and Nexus but fell to Spirit Academy and ECLOT. Their recent participation in the Rainbet Cup saw them finishing 3-4th, earning $5,000.
Ninjas in Pyjamas, ranked 44th globally, have been on a positive trajectory with a two-match winstreak. Their overall win rate stands at 52%, with a notable increase to 61% over the past six months. In the last month, they have maintained a solid 60% win rate. Their recent performances in the CCT Season 3 European Series 2 have been promising, with victories against Sashi and Nexus.
However, they faced a setback against CYBERSHOKE. Earlier, they participated in the prestigious PGL Astana 2025, where they finished 5-8th, earning $31,250. Over the last six months, Ninjas in Pyjamas have accumulated $31,250 in earnings, positioning them 51st in earnings rankings.
Teams Map Pool
The map veto for this match is expected to be strategic. GUN5 is likely to first ban Train, while Ninjas in Pyjamas will likely remove Mirage. GUN5’s first pick is anticipated to be Ancient, a map where they have a 58% win rate over the last six months. Ninjas in Pyjamas are expected to counter with Nuke, a map they have excelled on with a 68% win rate. The subsequent bans are predicted to be Inferno by GUN5 and Anubis by Ninjas in Pyjamas, leaving Dust2 as the decider.
| Map | GUN5 Winrate | M | B | Last 5 Matches (GUN5) | Ninjas in Pyjamas Winrate | M | B | Last 5 Matches (NiP) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Train | 100% | 1 | 26 | FB, FB, FB, FB, FB | 67% | 18 | 5 | W, W, L, W, L |
| Nuke | 41% | 29 | 13 | L, L, L, W, W | 71% | 24 | 0 | W, W, W, W, L |
| Inferno | 67% | 12 | 27 | W, W, L, W, W | 78% | 9 | 14 | W, W, L, W, W |
| Anubis | 53% | 19 | 16 | L, L, FB, FB, FB | 47% | 15 | 3 | W, W, L, W, L |
| Dust II | 55% | 33 | 2 | L, W, W, L, L | 50% | 18 | 8 | L, L, W, L, W |
| Mirage | 53% | 30 | 6 | W, L, W, W, W | 50% | 12 | 15 | FB, FB, FB, FB, FB |
| Ancient | 58% | 36 | 3 | W, W, L, L, W | 58% | 24 | 2 | W, W, W, L, W |
Prediction
Considering the current form, map pool, and historical performance, Ninjas in Pyjamas are slightly favored to win this match with a predicted score of 2-0. Their superior form and strategic map choices, particularly their strength on Nuke, give them a competitive edge. While GUN5 has shown resilience in past encounters, Ninjas in Pyjamas’ recent momentum and map proficiency suggest they are likely to secure the victory.
Prediction: GUN5 0:2 Ninjas in Pyjamas
Odds are taken from Stake and are current at the time of publication.
CCT Season 3 European Series 2 takes place from May 20 to June 1, 2025, featuring a prize pool of $50,000. You can follow the news, schedule, and results of the tournament via the link.
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