Eternal Fire advanced to Stage 2 of ESL Pro League S21 with a dominant performance, sweeping FlyQuest 2-0 in a one-sided series on Inferno (13-3) and Nuke (13-5). The Turkish squad completely outclassed their Australian opponents, dictating the pace of the match with overwhelming individual firepower.
FlyQuest found themselves unable to match the intensity, struggling to keep up on either map. Despite the setback, their tournament journey in Stockholm isn’t over yet. They now move to the 2-2 bracket, where they have one final opportunity to qualify for the next stage.
Eternal Fire Bounces Back After TYLOO Setback
Heading into EPL Stage 1, Eternal Fire was expected to cruise through with a flawless 3-0 record. However, a surprise loss to TYLOO in the second round disrupted their momentum. Rather than letting the upset affect them, the Turkish squad quickly regained control with convincing wins over NRG and FlyQuest, cementing their spot in Stage 2.
Ali “Wicadia” Haydar Yalçın was a standout performer, leading the charge with exceptional ratings of 1.74 and 1.85 across the last two series. His individual form has been crucial, ensuring Eternal Fire remains a serious threat heading into the next stage.
Following an early playoff exit at PGL Cluj-Napoca, there is growing interest in whether Eternal Fire can deliver a deeper run in EPL. The higher level of competition in Stage 2 will provide a more accurate measure of their current form and potential.
FlyQuest Falls Short in a Disappointing Performance
FlyQuest was unable to put up a fight, producing a lackluster display against an opponent firing on all cylinders. After an encouraging win over paiN to reach the 2-1 bracket, this flat performance was a significant step backward.
While they did face a strong team, the manner of the defeat was concerning, as they failed to mount any meaningful resistance. With one last chance to qualify, FlyQuest will need a much-improved showing in their upcoming do-or-die matchup to stay in contention.
