Team Empire took the win with a modest draft edge (+275), confirming that the matchup data leaned the right way.

Natus Vincere fields a noticeably stronger squad by leaderboard rank (★15367 vs ★17828), giving them a tangible individual skill advantage heading into this match.

The draft is fairly balanced (+275), with neither team holding a significant statistical edge. This one is likely to be decided by play rather than picks.