On June 9, 2025, at 19:00 UTC, Paper Rex will face off against Gen.G Esports in a best-of-3 series at the VALORANT Masters Toronto 2025 Group Stage. This matchup will be crucial for both teams as they continue their journey in this prestigious tournament. We have analyzed the statistics and the current form of the teams to make a prediction for the match outcome. For more details, check the match page.

Current form of the teams

Paper Rex has been on an impressive run, boasting a six-game win streak. They recently triumphed over Team Heretics in their opening match at the VALORANT Masters Toronto 2025, securing a 2-0 victory. This win follows their successful campaign in the Asian Champions League 2025: EWC Pacific Qualifier, where they claimed the first place and qualified for the Esports World Cup 2025. Over the past half year, Paper Rex has earned $30,000, placing them 9th in the earnings ranking. Their overall win rate stands at 68%, with a significant recent boost to 78% over the last month, indicating a strong upward trajectory.

In contrast, Gen.G Esports has experienced a mix of results, with a recent victory against MIBR in their group stage opener. Prior to this, they finished second in the VCT 2025: Pacific Stage 1, which secured their spot in the Masters. Their recent win rate over the past year is slightly higher at 68%, but it has dipped to 50% over the last month. Gen.G’s earnings over the past six months total $15,000, with a ranking position of 31st.

Head-to-Head

Historically, Gen.G Esports has had the upper hand in their encounters with Paper Rex, holding a win rate of 56% in head-to-head matchups. Their last meeting on March 30, 2025, resulted in a 2-1 victory for Gen.G, showcasing their ability to edge out close contests. This trend has been consistent, with Gen.G winning three of their last five encounters against Paper Rex. The previous matches indicate a pattern where Gen.G often secures their wins with strategic map picks and bans, leveraging their strengths effectively.

Prediction

Considering the historical head-to-head advantage and the current form of both teams, Gen.G Esports is slightly favored to win this matchup. Despite Paper Rex’s impressive recent performances, Gen.G’s strategic prowess and past successes against Paper Rex give them a slight edge. The predicted scoreline of 0:2 in favor of Gen.G reflects their ability to capitalize on their map pool and tactical strengths.

Prediction: Paper Rex 0:2 Gen.G Esports

VALORANT Masters Toronto 2025 takes place from June 7 to June 21 in Canada, featuring a prize pool of $1,000,000. You can follow the news, schedule, and results of the tournament via the tournament page.