On July 23, 2025, at 08:30 AM UTC, TYLOO will face off against Virtus.pro in the Intel Extreme Masters Cologne 2025 Stage 1 Play-In. This best-of-3 series is set to be an intriguing encounter in the upper bracket of the tournament. We have analyzed the statistics and the current form of the teams to make a prediction for the match outcome. View match details.

Current form of the teams

TYLOO comes into this match with impressive form, currently holding a five-match winning streak. Ranked 20th in the world according to the global rankings, TYLOO has shown a dominant performance recently. Over the last month, they boast a perfect 100% win rate, which is a testament to their current prowess. Over the past year, their win rate stands at 75%, while the last six months reflect a solid 66% win rate. TYLOO’s recent achievements include a first-place finish at the FISSURE Playground 1, where they earned $150,000. In their last five matches, TYLOO secured victories against Astralis, SAW, 3DMAX, and Virtus.pro, showcasing their ability to compete against high-ranking teams. Their recent conquest over Astralis in the grand final with a 3-1 scoreline highlights their competitive edge.

In contrast, Virtus.pro is currently ranked 14th globally. However, their recent form has been less than stellar, with a win rate of 0% over the last month and 46% over the recent half-year. Their earnings over the last six months are $157,125, placing them 15th in terms of financial success among teams. Virtus.pro’s recent performances have not been promising, as they have lost their last five matches, including defeats against MIBR, paiN, Vitality, and FURIA. Their last encounter with TYLOO also ended in a 0-2 loss, indicating challenges in overcoming their upcoming opponent.

Teams’ Map Pool

The map veto for this match is expected to follow a particular pattern. TYLOO is likely to first ban Dust2, a map they’ve consistently avoided, while Virtus.pro will likely ban Nuke, a map they rarely play. TYLOO is expected to pick Inferno, where they hold a 62% win rate, while Virtus.pro might opt for Anubis, despite a lower win rate of 33%. The decider map is set to be Mirage, a map both teams have moderate success on. This map pool scenario is supported by TYLOO’s strong map performance and Virtus.pro’s historical preferences.

Head-to-Head

In their most recent meeting, TYLOO emerged victorious over Virtus.pro with a 2-0 scoreline. Historically, TYLOO has a 100% win rate against Virtus.pro, showcasing a clear advantage in this matchup. In terms of map preferences, TYLOO has consistently outperformed Virtus.pro, with strategic picks and bans that have favored their playstyle. Virtus.pro will need to adapt and overcome these challenges to have a fighting chance.

Match Prediction

Considering the current form and historical data, TYLOO is predicted to win this match with a scoreline of 2:0. TYLOO’s superior form, recent victories, and favorable map statistics give them a significant edge over Virtus.pro. While Virtus.pro has the potential to surprise, the odds and recent performances heavily favor TYLOO in this matchup.

Prediction: TYLOO 2:0 Virtus.pro

Intel Extreme Masters Cologne 2025 takes place from July 23 to August 3 in Germany, featuring a prize pool of $1,000,000. You can follow the news, schedule, and results of the tournament via the link.