{"id":117858,"date":"2024-12-10T10:24:47","date_gmt":"2024-12-10T10:24:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/skin.club\/community?p=117858"},"modified":"2026-03-20T10:38:07","modified_gmt":"2026-03-20T10:38:07","slug":"shanghai-major-playoffs-all-qualified-teams","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/community.skin.club\/en\/news\/shanghai-major-playoffs-all-qualified-teams","title":{"rendered":"Shanghai Major Playoffs: All Qualified Teams"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><b>Perfect World Shanghai Major<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> has reached its final and most anticipated stage: the playoffs. The elimination stage delivered excitement, upsets, and dominant performances, paving the way for the best eight teams to battle for glory. The CS2 Major Championship is the second-ever event of its kind, featuring 24 of the world\u2019s top teams competing for a share of the <\/span><b>$1.25 million <\/b>prize pool<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Here\u2019s a detailed breakdown of the teams that have earned their place in the playoffs, as well as a comprehensive look at the elimination stage results.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>The Elimination Stage Recap<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The elimination stage showcased fierce competition, with every team vying for survival. Among the most notable moments was <\/span><b>Natus Vincere\u2019s surprising exit<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Despite being a powerhouse in CS2, Na\u2019Vi fell short in critical matches. Their losses to MIBR, Team Spirit, and HEROIC sealed their fate, leaving fans in disbelief. Meanwhile, other top teams like <\/span>Vitality<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span>The MongolZ<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span>G2 Esports<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> lived up to their reputations, securing playoff spots through commanding performances.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Team Vitality<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-117888\" src=\"https:\/\/skin.club\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Vitality.jpg\" alt=\"Team Vitality\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Vitality.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Vitality-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Vitality-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Vitality-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Team Vitality entered the Shanghai Major as the <\/span><b>third-best team in the world<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and they did not disappoint. Their path to the playoffs was relatively straightforward, defeating <\/span><b>GamerLegion<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>FURIA Esports<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><b>MIBR<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with commanding performances.<\/span><b> Mathieu \u201cZywOo\u201d Herbaut <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">has been in sensational form, posting a tournament-high <\/span><b>1.49 rating<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. His consistent fragging and ability to dominate clutch situations have made Vitality the favorites to win the championship.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Against<\/span><b> GamerLegion<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, ZywOo delivered a spectacular <\/span><b>1.91 rating<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, going 24-9 on Mirage. Their <\/span><b>13-3<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and<\/span><b> 13-5 <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">victories over <\/span><b>MIBR<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> further solidified their dominance. With every player on Vitality showcasing high ratings, they are the team to beat in the playoffs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><div class=\"mark\"><\/span>MAUISNAKE:<\/strong><\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"custom-bq\"><div class=\"custom-bq-q\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vitality are the most well-rounded team with a great structure and should be the favorites to win it all. However, you can\u2019t count out the power of The Mongolz in Asia, as they are looking like the best version of themselves. I have never seen them play better. Despite all this, my pick from the beginning of the event was G2 to win, based on the sheer firepower and straightforward tactics. There isn\u2019t much to think about when you have the best fraggers in the server.<\/div><\/span><\/p><\/div><\/blockquote>\n<h2><strong>The MongolZ<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-117902\" src=\"https:\/\/skin.club\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/The-MongolZ-1.jpg\" alt=\"The MongolZ\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/The-MongolZ-1.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/The-MongolZ-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/The-MongolZ-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/The-MongolZ-1-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The MongolZ, representing Asia, have emerged as the surprise package of the tournament. Their journey to the playoffs included wins against <\/span><b>G2 Esports<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>MOUZ<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><b>HEROIC<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, all of which are top-tier teams. Their resilience under pressure and the roaring support of the home crowd in Shanghai have been instrumental.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Their match against <\/span><b>HEROIC<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> was a testament to their fighting spirit, as they clawed their way to victory in tightly contested games. The MongolZ will look to carry this momentum into the playoffs, where tougher challenges await.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><div class=\"mark\"><strong>SHOX:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"custom-bq\"><div class=\"custom-bq-q\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vitality is one of the only big names that didn\u2019t show weakness for now; let\u2019s see if they can continue on that way against big names.<\/span><br>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">G2\u2019s last dance can give extra power and transform pressure into hype in these types of moments, making them one of the most dangerous playoff teams.<\/span><br>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I got MongolZ lifting the trophy; I believe that history will be made in Shanghai.<\/div><\/span><\/p><\/div><\/blockquote>\n<h2><strong>FaZe Clan<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-117916\" src=\"https:\/\/skin.club\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/FaZe-1.jpg\" alt=\"FaZe Clan\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/FaZe-1.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/FaZe-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/FaZe-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/FaZe-1-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FaZe\u2019s path to the playoffs has been anything but smooth. Known for their unpredictability, they managed to clinch a playoff spot with a dramatic victory over <\/span><b>FURIA Esports<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. FaZe dominated the first half on Mirage with a <\/span><b>10-2 lead<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, but had to fend off a stunning comeback by<\/span><b> FURIA<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, eventually winning in round 23. <\/span><b>H\u00e5vard \u201crain\u201d Nygaard <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">has stepped up with critical plays, though the team\u2019s overall form leaves much to be desired.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Despite their inconsistent run, FaZe\u2019s history of clutch performances makes them a dangerous opponent.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Team Spirit<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-118190\" src=\"https:\/\/skin.club\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Spirit-2.jpg\" alt=\"Team Spirit\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Spirit-2.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Spirit-2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Spirit-2-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Spirit-2-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Team Spirit has been a revelation, with their young prodigy, <\/span><b>donk<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, leading the charge. The 17-year-old sensation has been the standout player of the elimination stage, boasting a mind-blowing <\/span><b>1.55 rating<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Spirit\u2019s<\/span><b> 2-1 victory<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> over<\/span><b> HEROIC<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> included a memorable <\/span><b>1v5 clutch on Mirage<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> by donk, solidifying his status as one of the best players in CS2.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">donk\u2019s <\/span><b>79 kills <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and <\/span><b>17 assists <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">across three maps against HEROIC demonstrated his unmatched impact. Spirit\u2019s combination of youthful exuberance and strategic gameplay makes them a formidable contender.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>G2 Esports<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-117930\" src=\"https:\/\/skin.club\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/G2-Esports.jpg\" alt=\"G2 Esports\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/G2-Esports.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/G2-Esports-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/G2-Esports-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/G2-Esports-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After a surprising loss to<\/span><b> The MongolZ i<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">n their opening match, G2 bounced back in style, crushing <\/span><b>FaZe Clan<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and advancing as the third seed. <\/span><b>NiKo<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><b>huNter<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> have been pivotal, with the latter showcasing a remarkable <\/span><b>1.47 T-side rating<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Their emphatic wins over FaZe, <\/span><b>13-4 <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">on Inferno and <\/span><b>13-3<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on Mirage, underlined their potential to dominate. If G2 can maintain their aggressive playstyle, they could be strong challengers for the trophy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>PEACEMAKER:<\/strong><\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"custom-bq\"><div class=\"custom-bq-q\"><p><strong><em>Here we go! Playoffs, stadium, $1.2 million prize pool, and what should be the eight best teams in the world. Not really surprised with the teams that qualified\u2014all of them have shown great qualities since the RMR and deserve to be there. Of course, it is a shame not seeing any of the Brazilian teams, especially FURIA, which came very close against FaZe. Not having NAVI as the last Major champions is also a massive surprise, which makes HEROIC\u2019s run even more legitimate and deserved.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><em>I am also extremely happy to see The MongolZ among the teams. I think they have built a strong foundation and play really good Counter-Strike, which is massive for a region with very few opportunities. For sure, they are the best and most consistent team ever from Asia, and now they will have their chance to prove themselves with crowd support. I wouldn\u2019t be surprised at all if they reach the Grand Finals.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><em>To finish it off, for me, between the rest of the teams, I would say G2 and Vitality both arrive in really great shape and are the main favorites. I am also curious to see if donk from Spirit will be able to continue showing Elimination Stage performances because if so\u2026 then Team Spirit could also be really scary.<\/em><\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/blockquote>\n<h2><strong>Team Liquid<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-117944\" src=\"https:\/\/skin.club\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Team-Liquid.jpg\" alt=\"Team Liquid\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Team-Liquid.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Team-Liquid-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Team-Liquid-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Team-Liquid-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Liquid\u2019s unexpected run to the playoffs has been one of the tournament\u2019s biggest surprises. Their victory over <\/span><b>MIBR<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> was a turning point, showcasing their improved synergy and adaptability. <\/span><b>Mareks \u201cYEKINDAR\u201d Ga\u013cinskis<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> has been instrumental, delivering consistent ratings of <\/span><b>1.12<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><b>1.11<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> across stages.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While Liquid has exceeded expectations, they will need collective brilliance to survive the playoffs against stronger opponents.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>MOUZ<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-117958\" src=\"https:\/\/skin.club\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/MOUZ-1.jpg\" alt=\"MOUZ\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/MOUZ-1.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/MOUZ-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/MOUZ-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/MOUZ-1-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MOUZ secured their playoff berth with a clean sweep against <\/span><b>MIBR<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, demonstrating their consistency and depth.<\/span><b>Ludvig \u201cBrollan\u201d Brolin <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">stood out with <\/span><b>38 kills and 8 assists<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in their decisive victory over MIBR.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While they have been solid, MOUZ must elevate their performance to contend with the tournament\u2019s elite teams.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>HEROIC<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-117972\" src=\"https:\/\/skin.club\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/HEROIC-2.jpg\" alt=\"HEROIC\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/HEROIC-2.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/HEROIC-2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/HEROIC-2-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/community.skin.club\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/HEROIC-2-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HEROIC battled through one of the toughest brackets to claim the final playoff spot. Their resilience and tactical prowess have been commendable. <\/span><b>Shahar \u201cflameZ\u201d Shushan<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> has been a standout performer, with pivotal plays in critical matches.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HEROIC\u2019s decisive 2-1 victory over NAVI eliminated one of the tournament\u2019s giants and secured their place among the final eight.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Shanghai Major Playoffs Format and Matchups<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The playoffs, starting on <\/span><b>December 12<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, will follow a single-elimination format. Each match, including the grand final, will be a <\/span><b>best-of-three series<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The quarterfinal matchups are as follows:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"article-list-pink\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\" class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>The MongolZ vs. MOUZ<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\" class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Team Liquid vs. Team Spirit<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\" class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>G2 Esports vs. HEROIC<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\" class=\"article-list-pink__item\"><b>Team Vitality vs. FaZe Clan<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With the top teams in the world and a massive <\/span><b>$1.25 million <\/b>prize pool<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the <\/span><b>Perfect World Shanghai Major<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is more than just another competition and the second-ever CS2 Major Championship. For these eight teams, the playoffs represent the pinnacle of their competitive journey, offering not just financial rewards but also the coveted title of <\/span><b>CS2 Major Champions<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Perfect World Shanghai Major has reached its final and most anticipated stage: the playoffs. The elimination stage delivered excitement, upsets, and dominant performances, paving the way for the best eight teams to battle for glory. 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