Draft Analysis: The Dire vs Minimen
Minimen won despite The Dire holding the stronger draft (+580). The matchup matrix was wrong on this one — individual skill and in-game decisions proved decisive.
The Dire fields a noticeably stronger squad by leaderboard rank (★42000 vs ★45000), giving them a tangible individual skill advantage heading into this match.
The Dire holds a clear draft edge at +580 total matchup score. Minimen will need to outperform individually to close the gap.
Strong across the board, favourable against most opposing picks.
Holds a decent edge overall.
Holds a decent edge overall.
Roughly even.
Struggles across the board.
Holds a decent edge overall.
Roughly even.
Faces resistance from the opposing draft.
Faces resistance from the opposing draft.
Faces resistance from the opposing draft.