The highly anticipated Valorant Champions Tour (VCT) Americas Stage One Grand Finals is just around the corner, with only one match left to determine the ultimate champion. The rematch between G2 Esports and Sentinels promises to be an electrifying encounter, as both teams face off in a best-of-five series for the championship title and crucial points that will impact their future prospects.
The VCT Americas Stage One began on March 22, with teams battling it out in the group stage, and the top four teams from each group advancing to the playoffs phase. G2 Esports had a remarkable run, dominating the group stages without losing a single match, and looked like strong contenders to qualify for the VCT Masters Toronto. However, their journey took a dramatic turn when they lost to Sentinels in the Upper Bracket Semifinals, sending them to the lower bracket.
Undeterred, G2 Esports demonstrated their resilience and determination, defeating 100 Thieves and Evil Geniuses to qualify for the lower bracket final. They then went on to dominate MIBR 3-1, securing their spot in the grand finals, where they would face off against Sentinels once again.
VCT Americas Stage One Grand Finals (Image via Getty)Sentinels, on the other hand, have been in scintillating form during the playoffs, losing only a single map in three matches. As both teams have already qualified for VCT Masters Toronto, the grand finals will be a battle for championship points, which will play a crucial role in determining their future prospects. For G2 Esports, this match is particularly significant, as they risk losing their spot in VCT Americas if they fail to qualify for VALORANT Champions 2025, due to the new VCT Ascension rules.
The rivalry between G2 Esports and Sentinels is no stranger to intense matches, with the two teams having played five matches against each other since 2024, with G2 Esports winning four of them, including the VCT Americas Kickoff Grand Finals. The last time these two teams played in a best-of-five series, the match went to map five, with neither team willing to give up the lead.
VCT Americas Stage One Grand Finals (Image via Getty)As the grand finals approach, fans are eagerly anticipating the performances of standout players, including trent from G2 Esports and zekken from Sentinels. Trent has been phenomenal on the agent Tejo, with impressive stats during the VCT Americas Playoffs stage, while zekken has been lethal on both duelists and Omen, leading the playoffs with the highest number of first kills per round.
While Sentinels have the potential to cause an upset, it seems that G2 Esports still has the edge to win the series 3-1. However, if Sentinels’ players can boost their game and perform at their best, they may be able to push G2 Esports to their limits. Ultimately, the grand finals promise to be a thrilling encounter, with both teams giving it their all to claim the championship title.
