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After a fierce week of online competition, the Predator League 2020/21 Asia-Pacific esports tournament concluded with thrilling finals matches across Dota 2 and PUBG. Players from 17 regions battled for their share of the $240,000 USD prize pool and the coveted Predator shield. The tournament, initially postponed from 2020, was broadcast across multiple platforms, garnering over 15 million views.

Dota 2 Tournament Highlights

The Asia region Dota 2 lower bracket finals saw Myanmar’s Team Veteran triumph over Bangladesh’s The Council. Team Veteran capitalized on The Council’s connectivity issues, which plagued mid-laner L3N throughout the match, forcing J1N to constantly switch control between the demanding heroes Visage and Chen.

Team Veteran celebrates their victory

This victory propelled Team Veteran to the grand finals against Mongolia’s IMG, led by the formidable Ravdan “Hustla” Narmandakh. Despite IMG’s undefeated streak, Team Veteran proved resilient. Kalay99’s impressive Pangolier performance in game 1 set the stage, culminating in a stunning wombo combo at the 29-minute mark of game 3, securing their championship.

In the Asia-Pacific Dota 2 tournament, TNC Predator initially fell to Neon Esports but dominated the lower bracket finals against Indonesia’s BOOM Esports. This set up a rematch against Neon Esports in the grand finals.

TNC Predator in action

TNC Predator showcased their superior skill and teamwork in the rematch, outmaneuvering Neon Esports in most engagements. Marvin “Boomy” Rushton’s exceptional drafting and shot-calling were instrumental in TNC Predator’s decisive victory.

PUBG Tournament Highlights

The Asia region PUBG tournament was dominated by three South Korean teams. DWG-KIA ultimately emerged victorious, capitalizing on second-place finishes in rounds 11 and 12, coupled with a decline in GPS Ghibli’s performance. DWG-KIA’s strategic targeting of GPS Ghibli, including an early assault after landing in round 11 and GPS Ghibli’s vehicle troubles in round 12, sealed their championship.

DWG-KIA secures a crucial victory

DWG-KIA accumulated 142 points across 12 rounds on Erangel and Miramar, earning them $37,500 USD. GPS Ghibli secured second place with 122 points and $15,000 USD, while Danawa Esports’ round 12 victory earned them third place and $7,500 USD.

In the Asia-Pacific PUBG tournament, Indonesia’s Eagle 365 dominated the competition, amassing 125 points and claiming the Predator League title along with $37,500 USD.

Cerberus and Vietnam’s “No.1” secured the second and third seeds, respectively. Cerberus capitalized on ArkAngel’s unexpected struggles, winning round 10 and placing fourth in round 12, earning them 104 points and $15,000 USD. “No.1” made a remarkable comeback, climbing from eighth to third place with a victory in round 11 and a second-place finish in round 12, securing 97 points and $7,500 USD.

Intel MVP Awards

Neon Esports’ Erin Jasper “Yopaj” Ferrer and Eagle 365’s Risky “Chibiritt” Junaidi Putra received the Intel MVP (Most Valuable Player) awards for their exceptional performances and outstanding skill.

Predator League 2022

Following the tournament’s success, Japan has been announced as the host for the Predator League 2022 Grand Finals for the Asia-Pacific region.