May 16 brings a packed VALORANT schedule with matches from VCT EMEA Stage 1, the Esports World Cup 2025: EMEA Qualifier, and the Asian Champions League 2025. We’ve analyzed team form and momentum to bring you five expert-level betting picks.

Exact Score 2:0 in favor of Team Vitality vs GIANTX (1.58)

Despite their earlier slip in VCT 2025: EMEA Stage 1, Team Vitality remains a cut above GIANTX in firepower, coordination, prep, and experience. GIANTX, on the other hand, is struggling with roster issues and recent form. If Vitality performs to standard, a 2:0 result is highly likely — and the odds (1.58) are better than simply betting on a win.

Karmine Corp to win at least one map vs MKOI (1.05)

While inconsistent, Karmine Corp is a threat. This match could go either way, but we’re confident they’ll take at least one map off KOI. At 1.05 odds, it’s a smart choice for a combo bet. High-risk players may want to consider a Karmine Corp outright win.

Team Heretics to beat Fnatic (1.55)

One of May 16’s most anticipated clashes is Heretics vs Fnatic in VCT 2025: EMEA Stage 1. While many lean toward Fnatic, we’re backing Heretics — especially since they swept Fnatic 2:0 just two weeks ago. The 1.55 odds make it a solid value pick.

BBL Esports to win at Least one map vs Team Liquid (1.45)

Team Liquid is in great form, but don’t underestimate BBL. They pushed Heretics to the limit in the upper bracket of VCT 2025: EMEA Stage 1. Heretics players even called it one of their toughest games recently. A map win for BBL is very plausible — and at 1.45, this bet has solid upside.

Over 2.5 maps in DRX vs Bilibili Gaming (2.00)

DRX is the clear favorite, but BLG has shown they can steal maps from top-tier teams. In their previous meeting in the Asian Champions League 2025, DRX won 2:0, but one map went to overtime. Expect BLG to learn and fight harder this time. Over 2.5 maps at 2.00 odds is a high-reward pick with calculated risk.

Remember the responsibility: bets should be well-founded, not emotional. And remember: the winner is not the one who knows all the odds, but the one who can interpret them correctly.