On July 13, 2025, at 08:00 UTC, Paper Rex will face off against Gen.G Esports in the Esports World Cup 2025 Decider stage. This best-of-3 series is a crucial matchup in the tournament held in Saudi Arabia. We have analyzed the statistics and the current form of the teams to make a prediction for the match outcome. Match Details.

Current form of the teams

Paper Rex, known for their aggressive playstyle, are currently riding a wave of success with a commendable recent form. Their overall win rate stands at 69%, with an impressive 88% win rate in the last month. They have been on a roll, winning four out of their last five matches, including a decisive 3-1 victory over fnatic in the VALORANT Masters Toronto 2025, where they claimed first place and pocketed $350,000. Despite a recent loss to fnatic in the Esports World Cup 2025 semifinals, Paper Rex has shown resilience and adaptability. Their earnings over the last six months amount to $360,000, placing them at the top of the earnings ranking. Paper Rex Team Page.

Their recent matches include a 2-0 win against Sentinels and a 2-0 win over Karmine Corp in the group stages of the Esports World Cup 2025. However, they did face a setback against fnatic in the semifinals, losing 2-1. fnatic Match, Sentinels Match, Karmine Corp Match.

Gen.G Esports, on the other hand, have had a more mixed performance. Their overall win rate is 64%, with a consistent 63% win rate over the past year. However, their recent month has seen a dip, with a win rate of just 50%. Gen.G Esports’ recent matches show a pattern of inconsistency, with three wins and two losses in their last five games. Their most notable victory was a 2-0 win against NRG in the quarterfinals of the Esports World Cup 2025. Despite this, they faltered against Team Heretics in the semifinals, losing 2-1. Gen.G Esports’ earnings over the last six months amount to $50,000, placing them ninth in the earnings ranking. Gen.G Esports Team Page.

Their recent losses include a 2-0 defeat against fnatic in the group stage and a 2-1 loss to Team Heretics in the semifinals. Team Heretics Match, fnatic Match.

Head-to-Head

Historically, Gen.G Esports has had the upper hand against Paper Rex, winning four out of their last five encounters. Their most recent meeting on June 9, 2025, saw Gen.G Esports securing a 2-0 victory over Paper Rex. This trend suggests that Gen.G Esports has a psychological edge, having consistently outperformed Paper Rex in past matchups. June Match.

Prediction

Considering the current form and statistical analysis, Paper Rex is favored to win this matchup. Their recent performances, particularly in high-stakes matches, indicate a team in peak form. Gen.G Esports, while historically strong against Paper Rex, have shown vulnerability in recent matches. The prediction leans towards a 2-0 victory for Paper Rex, given their superior win rate and recent momentum.

Prediction: Paper Rex 2:0 Gen.G Esports

Esports World Cup 2025 takes place from July 8 to July 13 in Saudi Arabia, featuring a prize pool of $1,250,000. You can follow the news, schedule, and results of the tournament via the Esports World Cup 2025.