Leviatán will face Cloud9 in a match during VCT 2025: Americas Stage 1. This match presents an opportunity for LEV to even their group match score to 1:1. Let's evaluate both teams' form and predict the winner of this match.

Current Team Form

Leviatán entered VCT 2025: Americas Stage 1 with roster changes — in March, nataNk was replaced by Rossy. This restructuring seems not to have yielded the desired results yet: the team lost their opening match to MIBR and has only secured two wins in their last five games. In the VCT 2025: Americas Kickoff, they finished 5th-6th — not the worst outcome, but far from top-team ambitions.

Cloud9 also didn't shine at the Kickoff, finishing 9th-12th, but they started Stage 1 with a victory over the strong team NRG Esports. Over the last five matches, they also have two wins, but unlike their opponents, Cloud9 plays without roster changes, which could be crucial for the team's stability and synergy.

Team Map Pool

Leviatán Ban: Pearl — the team lost both encounters on this map in 2025 and avoids it most frequently.

Cloud9 Ban: Haven — traditionally their first ban, the map has been very unsuccessful (0:3).

Leviatán Pick: Fracture — the team often chooses this map, and despite mixed success, Fracture remains one of their key picks.

Cloud9 Pick: Lotus — a consistent choice over the last five matches, where they feel confident.

Leviatán Ban: Split — despite frequent plays, the results are unconvincing (1 win in 4 matches).

Decider: Ascent — the map hasn't been previously picked or banned, making it the most likely decider. Both teams have moderate performances on it.

Head-to-Head

The teams have faced each other 5 times. Cloud9 holds a slight advantage with three wins against Leviatán's two. The last meeting took place on April 7, 2024, with Cloud9 securing the victory. This psychological edge might play a role in the current matchup.

Match Prediction

Despite both teams showing inconsistent results, Cloud9 appears more favorable. They have a stable roster, a strong start to Stage 1 with a win over a formidable opponent, and a victory in their last head-to-head. Leviatán is still adapting to a new player and lost their opening match.

Prediction: Cloud9 wins 2:1

VCT 2025: Americas Stage 1 runs from March 21 to May 4. During the event, teams compete for three slots at VCT 2025: Masters Toronto and Points needed for further qualification to VALORANT Champions. More details on match schedules and tournament results can be found here.