The action-packed second day of the Dota 2 ESL One Kuala Lumpur 2023 Group Stage witnessed remarkable performances. Teams like Gaimin Gladiators, G2.iG, and Team Secret showcased their dominance in the event.
Group A: Gaimin Gladiators and Secret’s Revival
Gaimin Gladiators surged forward, securing flawless victories in Group A. They won against Blacklist International and Wawitas Sagazes with 2-0 sweeps.
Meanwhile, Team Secret staged a remarkable comeback. They claimed a crucial 2-0 win against Blacklist International after a resilient 1-1 draw with BetBoom Team. Blacklist International and Wawitas Sagazes faced adversity, registering winless runs in the day’s matches.
Gaimin Gladiators now share the top spot in Group A with Azure Ray, setting the stage for an anticipated clash to determine the group leader. Team Secret’s resurgence positions them alongside BetBoom Team, both competing for spots in the lower bracket of the Playoffs.
Group B: G2.iG’s Dominance
G2.iG staged an exceptional comeback, dominating Group B with a perfect 4-0 performance. Their commanding victories against Team Liquid and Team Falcons solidified their position at the top.
Falcons and Tundra Esports, previously undefeated, faced setbacks and are now tied for second place with 5-3 records.
LGD emerged victorious, securing a vital 2-0 win against 9Pandas, eliminating the latter from the tournament.
Results and Standings
At ESL One Kuala Lumpur, numerous gripping encounters unfolded. This helped the standings for both groups. Azure Ray and Gaimin Gladiators stand tied at the top in Group A, while G2.iG is at the top in Group B.
Here are the results of the group event:
Group A
- Gaimin Gladiators 2-0 Blacklist International
- Azure Ray 2-0 Wawitas Sagazes
- BetBoom Team 1-1 Team Secret
- Blacklist International 0-2 Team Secret
- Azure Ray 1-1 BetBoom Team
- Gaimin Gladiators 2-0 Wawitas Sagazes
Group B
- Team Liquid 0-2 G2.iG
- Tundra Esports 1-1 LGD Gaming
- Team Falcons 1-1 9Pandas
- Team Falcons 0-2 G2.iG
- LGD Gaming 2-0 9Pandas
- Tundra Esports 0-2 Team Liquid
Here are the standings after day two of the Group Stage:
Group A
| Team | Win-Loss Record |
|---|---|
| Azure Ray | 6-2 |
| Gaimin Gladiators | 6-2 |
| BetBoom Team | 4-4 |
| Team Secret | 4-4 |
| Blacklist International | 3-5 |
| Wawitas Sagazes (eliminated) | 1-7 |
Group B
| Team | Win-Loss Record |
|---|---|
| G2.iG | 6-2 |
| Team Falcons | 5-3 |
| Tundra Esports | 5-3 |
| Team Liquid | 4-4 |
| LGD Gaming | 3-5 |
| 9Pandas (eliminated) | 1-7 |
As the stakes rise, the tournament intensifies. With eliminations looming, teams are gearing up for decisive clashes in the coming days. They will be navigating their paths through the Group Stage toward the Playoffs.
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