Team Liquid came out on top despite a slight draft disadvantage (+242). At this level, small matchup gaps rarely decide the outcome.

Team Liquid fields a noticeably stronger squad by leaderboard rank (★2552 vs ★4220), giving them a tangible individual skill advantage heading into this match.

The draft is fairly balanced (+242), with neither team holding a significant statistical edge. This one is likely to be decided by play rather than picks.