TALON will face Rex Regum Qeon in a match during VCT 2025: Pacific Stage 1. For TALON, a win in this match is essential to maintain their lead in the group, while RRQ is aiming for their first victory at the event. Let's assess the form of both teams and predict the winner of this match.

Current Team Form

TALON is showing strong form at the start of the season. The team secured 4th place at the VCT 2025: Pacific Kickoff, which already indicates stable play amidst tough competition. In their last five matches, TALON has won three times, and they started the VCT 2025: Pacific Stage 1 with a victory, holding a 1:0 record. Notably, the successful rotation at the end of February saw Ban and Governor make way for Killua and Thy, both of whom performed excellently in their debut game.

RRQ entered the season in a less confident state. They only managed to secure 7–8th place at the VCT 2025: Pacific Kickoff. Out of their last five matches, they have won only twice, and in Pacific Stage 1, they have already suffered a defeat, standing at a 0:1 record. The replacement of Estrella with crazguy has yet to bring significant improvement: the new player looked unconvincing in his debut and couldn't help the team avoid defeat.

Team Map Pool

TALON Ban: Pearl — this is the team's weakest map, with 2 losses and no wins. Although they recently banned Lotus, Pearl remains a higher priority for exclusion.

RRQ Ban: Lotus — RRQ traditionally avoids this map (0:3), and they also removed it first in a recent match.

TALON Pick: Fracture — one of the team's most confident maps, consistently picked with balanced gameplay.

RRQ Pick: Haven — a map with good statistics for the team (4 wins out of 6 games), where they feel most comfortable.

TALON Ban: Ascent — one of the frequently chosen maps by RRQ, potentially troublesome for TALON.

Decider: Split — both teams play this map but have a negative balance. This makes Split a logical choice for the decider — both teams will be on equal footing.

Head-to-Head

The history of head-to-head matches leans in favor of TALON. The teams have faced each other three times, with TALON coming out on top twice. In their last match, TALON once again confirmed their superiority, defeating RRQ confidently. This psychological advantage could play a role in the upcoming match.

Match Prediction

The teams' form at the start of the season gives TALON the edge. They are showing better results both overall and at the opening of VCT 2025: Pacific Stage 1. The successful player replacement has only strengthened the team. While RRQ continues to search for an optimal lineup, TALON is already finding stability.

Prediction: TALON victory with a probable score of 2:1

VCT 2025: Pacific Stage 1 runs from March 22 to May 11. During the event, teams are competing for three slots at the VCT 2025: Masters Toronto and Pacific Points, which are essential for further qualification to VALORANT Champions. You can find more details about the match schedule and tournament results by following this link.