VCT: f0rsakeN delivers an ACE that electrifies the crowd, PRX eliminates TH with a 2-1 victory

In the 2025 Valorant Champions global playoffs lower bracket second round, PRX overcame TH 2-1, securing a spot in the semifinals.

Map One: Ascent

Defending side PRX: Sova, Viper, Sage, Yoru, Omen

Attacking side TH: Jett, Reyna, Yoru, Sova, Omen

In the first half, TH started strong with five consecutive wins. In round 6, PRX defended B site against TH’s attack, with PatMen securing a crucial triple kill to earn the first point. After gathering intel in round 9, PRX grouped four players to hold A site successfully. TH called a timeout in round 10 and adjusted effectively; woot scored a triple kill at B site leading the team to a win. In round 11, PRX’s dual rifle coordination at A site stopped TH’s push. Round 12 saw TH push A site with sheer numbers, overwhelming PRX’s defense and turning the round around. The half ended with TH leading 8-4 over PRX.

In the second half, PRX won the pistol round. In round 16, PRX executed a two-level pinch on A site, with a final duel between d4v41 and the opponent securing the round. Round 18 featured woot landing a precise quad kill on A site, enabling TH to complete a comeback on an eco round. TH’s coordinated two-player defense at A site won round 21. In round 22, dafo stepped up at B site, holding off TH’s retake and securing an ACE. Round 24 saw PRX clear B site and hold off multiple TH retake attempts; PatMen’s clutch defuse sealed the victory on map one for PRX.

Map Two: Bind

Defending side PRX: KAY/O, Viper, Raze, Yoru, Phoenix

Attacking side TH: Yoru, Viper, KAY/O, KAY/O, Phoenix

PRX won the pistol round in the first half. In round 3, RieNs on KAY/O made a scouting error, allowing something to spray down two enemies from behind, while Jinggg held B site firmly, giving PRX a bonus round. TH rushed B successfully in round 4 to get their first point. PRX used KAY/O’s ultimate to clear B site in round 5. PRX started the half with a lead, but failed to extend it as TH made breakthroughs after their timeout. The half ended 7-5 in favor of PRX.

In the second half, TH won the pistol round to even the score. In round 15, d4v41 led a tough B site win for a bonus round. PRX took two rounds consecutively but then lost momentum after TH’s timeout, which shifted the match control back to TH. Despite PRX using three ultimates at A site in round 19, they couldn’t secure the round. PRX took two timeouts in the second half but failed to score; TH then won six straight rounds to claim victory on map two.

Map Three: Lotus

Defending side TH: Chamber, Killjoy, Raze, KAY/O, Omen

Attacking side PRX: KAY/O, Viper, Raze, Yoru, Omen

TH won the pistol round in the first half. In round 4’s rifle battle, miniboo secured a triple kill defending AB link. In round 6, PRX’s KAY/O and Viper used their ultimates to take A site for their second point. PRX’s timeout was effective as they went on a seven-round winning streak while TH dropped consecutive rounds. Even after TH’s timeout, they couldn’t stop PRX’s offense. The half ended 8-4 in favor of PRX.

PRX’s winning streak continued in the second half, winning the pistol round again. TH’s bonus round was won by dafo’s clutch performance. PRX achieved a twelve-round winning streak on Lotus and secured the map three victory, advancing to the semifinals of the Champions tournament.