On June 16, 2025, at 18:00 CEST, Paper Rex will face Sentinels in the playoffs of VALORANT Masters Toronto 2025. This best-of-three series promises an exciting battle between the two teams for a spot in the upper bracket final. We have analyzed the statistics and current form of both teams to make a prediction for the match outcome. You can follow the match here.

Current form of the teams

Recently, Paper Rex have been showing strong performances. Having won three out of four matches at the tournament, they have demonstrated resilience and tactical prowess. Their overall win rate stands at 68%, with a notable improvement to 80% over the past month. In the last six months, Paper Rex have earned $30,000, placing them 9th in earnings among other teams. In their recent matches, they secured a 2:0 victory over G2 Esports and a 2:1 win against Team Liquid, although they suffered a 0:2 defeat to Gen.G Esports. Their recent success at the Pacific X Asian Champions League Qualifier, where they placed 1st, earned them a slot at the Esports World Cup 2025.

On the other hand, Sentinels are on a three-match unbeaten streak at this tournament, with a 100% win rate over the past month. Their overall win rate is slightly lower at 63%, but over the last six months it matches 68%. In the same period, Sentinels have earned $10,000, placing them 35th in the earnings ranking. Among their recent victories are a 2:0 win over XLG Esports and a 2:1 triumph against Bilibili Gaming. Sentinels also secured second place at VCT 2025: Americas Stage 1, which earned them a spot at the current Masters tournament. So far, the team has only played against the Chinese region, defeating all three of its representatives.

Head-to-Head

Historically, Sentinels have had the upper hand against Paper Rex, winning all their past encounters. Their previous meetings saw Sentinels triumph with scores of 3-1, 3-0, and 2-1. This dominance is reflected in Sentinels’ perfect 100% win rate against Paper Rex. Such a track record gives Sentinels a psychological advantage going into this match, as they have consistently demonstrated their ability to outplay Paper Rex in crucial moments.

Match Prediction

Given the current form and historical performance, Sentinels are favored to win this matchup with a predicted score of 2-1. While Paper Rex has shown remarkable improvement and a strong recent form, Sentinels’ consistent dominance in head-to-head meetings and their perfect win rate over the past month suggest they have the edge. The prediction leans towards Sentinels maintaining their winning streak, although Paper Rex is expected to put up a fierce fight.

Prediction: Paper Rex 1:2 Sentinels

VALORANT Masters Toronto 2025 runs from June 7 to 21 in Canada, featuring a $1,000,000 prize pool and 21 VCT Points. Stay updated with news, schedules, and results on the tournament page.