FaZe Clan and The MongolZ secured crucial victories in their elimination matches at ESL Pro League Season 22. FaZe confidently defeated Astralis (2:0), while The MongolZ triumphed over GamerLegion (2:1) in a tense three-map series. As a result, both teams move forward to the 1:2 stage, while Astralis and GamerLegion exit the competition.
ESL PRO LEAGUE S22
The ESL Pro League is one of the key tournaments within the ESL Pro Tour system, determining the most consistent teams of the year and awarding valuable ESL World Ranking Points. Advancing to the 1:2 stage allows teams to continue their playoff pursuit and improve their standings. For FaZe, it’s a chance to return to form after a disappointing summer, while The MongolZ aim to maintain their position as the world’s number one team.
FAZE VS ASTRALIS — 2:0
- Ancient (Astralis pick) — 13:7 for FaZe. Karrigan’s squad dominated from the start, showing precise coordination and solid defensive discipline. frozen and rain dictated the pace in every round, leaving Astralis unable to find a weakness.
- Dust2 (FaZe pick) — 13:4 for FaZe. The European mix left no room for error on their own map. broky and Twistzz excelled in sniper duels, and karrigan managed the tempo perfectly.
Player of the Match — Håvard “rain” Nygaard
- K-D: 30–23
- ADR: 85.1
- Rating 3.0: 1.32
Impact: rain emerged as the true leader of the team, winning key duels and creating space for his teammates. His stability and experience were crucial in closing out the series swiftly.
THE MONGOLZ VS GAMERLEGION — 2:1
- Inferno (GamerLegion pick) — 13:10 for The MongolZ. The Mongolian side started strong, dominating on the CT side. mzinho and bLitz won most opening duels, creating an early lead.
- Ancient (The MongolZ pick) — 13:11 for GamerLegion. The Europeans showed resilience and managed to equalize the series, though they began to lose momentum toward the end.
- Nuke (decider) — 13:7 for The MongolZ. The Mongolian five completely controlled the map, demonstrating clean rotations and strong defensive setups.
Player of the Match — Ayush “mzinho” Batbold
- K-D: 54–42
- ADR: 85.3
- Rating 3.0: 1.23
Impact: the most consistent player of the series, maintaining a high level across all maps. His 1v2 clutches and flawless decision-making in late rounds were the key to The MongolZ’s victory.
VRS RANKINGS AFTER THE MATCHES
- FaZe: +41 points (1598 → 1639, #11 in the world)
- Astralis: −15 points (1626 → 1611, #13)
- The MongolZ: +8 points (1892 → 1900, #1)
- GamerLegion: −4 points (1543 → 1539, #15)
FaZe move up to #11, taking a step forward in the global standings, while Astralis continue to lose ground. The MongolZ strengthen their lead at the top, and GamerLegion exit with minimal ranking losses.
WHAT’S NEXT FOR THE TEAMS
FaZe will face Inner Circle tomorrow, October 7, in the 1:2 stage — a chance to solidify their return to form and keep their playoff hopes alive. The MongolZ will meet Gentle Mates, who recently shocked Vitality with a sensational win. Both matchups will be decisive in the race for playoff spots at ESL Pro League S22.
Astralis and GamerLegion are officially eliminated from the tournament, ending their season without significant achievements. For both teams, this is a clear signal for restructuring before the final stage of the ESL Pro Tour year.
