The day in Group B at IEM Chengdu 2025 ended as expected — Vitality and MOUZ confirmed their status as favorites, defeating Virtus.pro and FaZe respectively. Both teams secured their spots in the Upper Semifinals, while their opponents dropped to the lower bracket.
Tournament context
IEM Chengdu 2025 is one of the key events of the autumn Intel Extreme Masters circuit, taking place from November 3 to 9, 2025, in Chengdu, China. Sixteen teams are competing for a $1,000,000 prize pool. The tournament is part of the Valve Regional Standings (VRS) system, which affects global rankings and qualification for the next Major. The group stage follows a Double Elimination (Bo3) format: winners move forward in the upper bracket, while those who lose get another chance in the lower bracket.
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How the match unfolded — MOUZ vs FaZe
MOUZ started the tournament strong, confidently defeating FaZe Clan 2:0 without giving their opponents any room for a comeback.
- Ancient (FaZe pick) — 13:5
FaZe tried to impose their game on their own pick, but xertioN and Spinx immediately set the pace. MOUZ controlled the map both on defense and offense, closing Ancient with a comfortable lead. - Inferno (MOUZ pick) — 13:8
The second map followed a similar pattern. torzsi and Jimpphat secured crucial rounds, while FaZe looked helpless on offense. MOUZ easily sealed the series 2:0.
Player of the Match — Dorian “xertioN” Berman
The standout performer of the series was Dorian “xertioN” Berman, who dominated in every aspect of the game.
- K–D: 33–24
- ADR: 101.8
- Rating 3.0: 1.63
His consistency and precision were the key to MOUZ’s confident victory.
How the match unfolded — Vitality vs Virtus.pro
Vitality began their campaign with a hard-fought but well-deserved 2:1 victory over Virtus.pro.
- Overpass (Virtus.pro pick) — 9:13
VP looked confident on their own map, making full use of fame and t0ORO’s strengths to set the defensive pace. Vitality lacked stability in the closing rounds. - Dust2 (Vitality pick) — 13:11
On their own pick, the French-European lineup regained control. ZywOo and ropz took the initiative, delivering a series of crucial entry frags. - Mirage (decider) — 13:4
On the deciding map, Vitality showed their true level. Their coordinated teamwork and flawless attacks left the Russian roster with no chance.
Player of the Match — Mathieu “ZywOo” Herbaut
The star AWPer ZywOo once again proved that he is the heart of Vitality.
- K–D: 38–30
- ADR: 68.5
- Rating 3.0: 1.16
His consistent effectiveness and clutch rounds were the keys to victory.
VRS results
- MOUZ: +24 pt (1776 → 1800) — rise to #7
- FaZe: –7 pt (1670 → 1663) — remain at #13
- Vitality: +10 pt (1908 → 1918) — remain at #2
- Virtus.pro: 0 pt (1372 → 1372) — remain at #25
What’s next for the teams
Vitality will face MOUZ tomorrow, November 4, in the Upper Semifinals, where the winner will earn a chance to play for direct qualification to the playoffs.
Virtus.pro will battle FaZe in Lower Round 1, where a loss will mean elimination from the tournament.
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Match summary
MOUZ and Vitality began IEM Chengdu 2025 with confident victories, showcasing stability and roster depth. Both teams look ready to fight for a spot in the group final.
FaZe and Virtus.pro now find themselves under pressure — their next match will be decisive in keeping their tournament hopes alive.
