The Perfect World Shanghai Major 2024 action delivered intense matchups as teams with 2-2 records fought for their playoff spots. The stakes were high, focusing on two standout clashes: MOUZ versus MIBR and NAVI against HEROIC.
These decisive matches determined the playoff lineup and tested the composure of teams under immense pressure. All eyes were on NAVI, the defending champions of the PGL Major Copenhagen, and MOUZ, a team that has been in exceptional form in recent months.
MOUZ faced off against MIBR, starting with Mirage as the opening map. MOUZ dominated completely, conceding only four rounds while attacking and a mere one round while defending. Ludvig “Brollan” Brolin was the standout player, posting an extraordinary ADR of 102 and winning eight opening duels, earning him a stellar 8.4 rating. On the second map, Nuke, MOUZ maintained their momentum, showcasing their defensive strength with an 11-1 first-half lead. Although MIBR fought back with five consecutive rounds after switching sides, MOUZ closed out the map 13-6, winning the series 2-0. This result secured MOUZ a playoff spot, while MIBR exited the tournament with a final record of 2-3.
Meanwhile, NAVI squared off against HEROIC. The first map, Mirage, saw HEROIC completely outclass NAVI, finishing the half 10-2 and wrapping up the map 13-3. On Nuke, however, NAVI returned to life, delivering an exceptional attacking performance with a 10-2 half. They maintained this dominance after the side switch, sealing the map 13-5. The showdown took place on Ancient, where the tension was palpable. The first half ended evenly at 6-6, but HEROIC pulled through in the second half, winning four critical rounds to take the map 13-9 and the series 2-1. NAVI’s defeat marked the end of their tournament run.
For HEROIC and MOUZ, these victories cemented their places in the playoffs and demonstrated their ability to thrive under pressure. For NAVI, however, the tournament ended on a disappointing note, with their 2-3 elimination falling short of expectations. Despite this setback, NAVI’s overall performance throughout the year remains commendable, and this loss should not overshadow their achievements.
