We continue to analyze all matches of the first international event of 2025, Masters Bangkok. The second matchup of the opening day will be between DRX and Sentinels. This game promises to be exciting, so let's break down both teams' current form and predict the outcome.

Current Team Form

DRX

One of the top favorites of the Pacific region and the winner of the first VCT 2025 Pacific Kickoff qualifiers, DRX remains a consistently strong team that maintains its elite status both during the offseason and the regular season. In their last five matches, DRX secured four victories, defeating Gen.G, Nongshim RedForce, and T1 twice. Their only loss came against Gen.G.

Historically, DRX has dominated their region, but they have struggled against international teams. Whether this trend will continue at Masters Bangkok remains uncertain, especially given the high level of competition.

Sentinels

Their opponents, Sentinels, are one of the strongest teams in the Americas region. Despite parting ways with two key players, the team remains a powerhouse. In their last five matches, Sentinels claimed three victories against MIBR, LOUD, and 100 Thieves. However, they suffered two defeats against G2, showing both their strength and occasional inconsistencies.

As mentioned earlier, Sentinels are currently ranked as the second-best team in the Americas. Despite roster changes and a lack of practice during the offseason, they continue to deliver strong performances, finishing second in their most recent qualifiers.

Map Pool

Expected Bans:

• DRX will likely ban Bind.
• Sentinels are expected to remove Split.

Expected Picks:

• DRX may opt for Abyss.
• Sentinels will likely choose Fracture.

Head-to-Head Record

Over the past six months, these teams have faced each other only once, during Valorant Champions 2024, where Sentinels secured a 2-0 victory, showcasing their dominance in direct encounters.

A high-intensity match between two top-tier teams is guaranteed to be thrilling. If we were to predict the winner, Sentinels seem to have the edge. The American squad has consistently performed well against international opponents, and they are expected to do so again here.

Predicted Outcome: Sentinels win 2-1

Masters Bangkok 2025 takes place from February 20 to March 2 in a LAN format at UOB Live. The tournament features eight partnered teams (two from each region) competing for a $500,000 prize pool, crucial VCT Points for Champions qualification, and the prestigious title of Masters champion.