Team Liquid faced another setback in the DreamLeague, with BetBoom Team ending their run in Season 24. Despite advancing past the first group stage, Liquid’s struggles resurfaced in the second, leading to their eventual elimination by BetBoom.
This tournament marks another challenging DreamLeague season for the TI13 champions, who have often encountered difficulties in the DreamLeague arena.
BetBoom Team’s Resurgence in Second Group Stage
Both BetBoom Team and Team Liquid were placed in the same group in the initial stage. BetBoom took the upper hand early on, winning their first series against Liquid. However, even with this victory, BetBoom faced elimination threats, only managing to secure their spot by achieving strong performances in the second group stage.
During this stage, BetBoom showed remarkable form, dropping only a single series to Tundra Esports and sweeping most of their other opponents.
The deciding match against Liquid saw Ivan “Pure” Moskalenko take the spotlight, especially in Game 2, where he dominated with his Shadow Fiend. In just seven minutes, Pure racked up seven kills, a performance he attributed to consistent practice in pub games with his teammates.
Innovative Draft Choices
BetBoom also impressed with their drafting. In Game 2 against Liquid, Pure suggested drafting Morphling as a flexible pick, noting that it was a perfect response to Liquid’s selection of Tiny. Pure explained that their drafting discussions are collaborative, with all team members, including Boolk and Save-, actively involved in suggesting heroes and strategies.
He emphasized the team’s openness to creative picks, such as mid-lane Keeper of the Light, showing BetBoom’s flexibility in adapting drafts to counter their opponents effectively.
Pure’s Thoughts on the Ringmaster Hero
With the recent tease of Ringmaster, a new hero expected to be introduced in the upcoming patch, Pure shared his views on the potential impact of such updates mid-tournament.
He noted Ringmaster’s high win rate in pubs, hinting at its overpowered state. Pure expressed hope that any changes would be balanced, allowing DreamLeague to conclude smoothly before Ringmaster joins the competitive pool.
Looking Ahead: BetBoom’s Upper Bracket Journey
Following their elimination of Team Liquid, BetBoom has secured a spot in the upper bracket final of the DreamLeague Season 24 playoffs. With momentum on their side, they are now one of the teams to watch in the tournament’s concluding stages.
For those interested in catching the live action, the tournament is streaming on ESL One’s Twitch and YouTube channels. Stay tuned for continued coverage and insights as DreamLeague Season 24 progresses.