Team Liquid came out on top despite a slight draft disadvantage (+321). At this level, small matchup gaps rarely decide the outcome.

Team Falcons fields a noticeably stronger squad by leaderboard rank (★352 vs ★2360), giving them a tangible individual skill advantage heading into this match.

The draft is fairly balanced (+321), with neither team holding a significant statistical edge. This one is likely to be decided by play rather than picks.