Day 2 of ESL One Raleigh 2025 was nothing short of electric, as some early frontrunners stumbled, underdogs rose to the occasion, and several teams positioned themselves firmly in the playoff conversation. With just one day left in the group stage, the battle for survival and seeding has intensified.
Here’s your full recap of Day 2’s most important results, top performances, and group standings heading into the final matches on April 9.
Source: Liquidpedia
Group A: PARIVISION Ascends, Spirit Finds Form
After a solid Day 1, PARIVISION delivered on their potential, winning both of their Day 2 series 2-0—including a convincing victory over Team Liquid. They now top Group A with a dominant 7-1 game record.
Key Day 2 Results:
- PARIVISION 2-0 Team Liquid
- Team Spirit 2-0 Nigma Galaxy
- Team Spirit 2-0 Shopify Rebellion
- Talon Esports 1-1 Shopify Rebellion
- Team Liquid 2-0 Nigma Galaxy
- PARIVISION 2-0 Talon Esports
Standings After Day 2
| Team | Match Record | Game Score |
|---|---|---|
| PARIVISION | 3-1-0 | 7-1 |
| Team Spirit | 2-2-0 | 6-2 |
| Team Liquid | 2-1-1 | 5-3 |
| Nigma Galaxy | 2-0-2 | 4-4 |
| Talon Esports | 0-1-3 | 1-7 |
| Shopify Rebellion | 0-1-3 | 1-7 |
With PARIVISION already locked in for playoffs, the pressure is nowon Liquid, Nigma, and Spirit to fight for positioning. Talon and Shopify will need to go 2-0 on Day 3 and hope for tiebreakers to avoid elimination.
Group B: Falcons Soar, Mid-Pack Gridlock Emerges
Group B continues to be wildly competitive, but Team Falcons emerged as the top seed after a massive 2-0 win over HEROIC and a drawn series with AVULUS.
Key Day 2 Results:
- Team Falcons 2-0 HEROIC
- AVULUS 2-0 Team Tidebound
- Tundra Esports 1-1 BetBoom Team
- Team Tidebound 1-1 Tundra Esports
- AVULUS 1-1 Team Falcons
- BetBoom Team 2-0 HEROIC
Standings After Day 2
| Team | Match Record | Game Score |
| Team Falcons | 2-2-0 | 6-2 |
| AVULUS | 1-3-0 | 5-3 |
| BetBoom Team | 1-2-1 | 4-4 |
| Tundra Esports | 0-4-0 | 4-4 |
| Team Tidebound | 0-3-1 | 3-5 |
| HEROIC | 0-2-2 | 2-6 |
With Group B’s top four teams separated by just two games, Day 3 will be packed with high-stakes matchups. All six teams remain in contention for playoffs or elimination.
Standout Performers
- No[o]ne- (PARIVISION): Controlled the pace in every series, especially vs Liquid.
- Yatoro (Team Spirit): Stepped up big with clutch plays and dominant laning.
- Skiter (Team Falcons): Maintains momentum from Day 1, providing consistent carry output.
- Mo13ei (AVULUS): Proving to be one of the smartest pickups of the tournament.
Day 3: Must-Watch Matches
- Team Liquid vs Shopify Rebellion: Liquid must win to stay top 2, SR are playing for survival.
- Team Spirit vs Talon Esports: Can Spirit secure upper bracket? Can Talon stay alive?
- AVULUS vs BetBoom Team: A playoff spot is on the line.
- Team Falcons vs Team Tidebound: Falcons aim to lock 1st; Tidebound needs at least a draw.
ESL One Raleigh 2025 Day 2 proved one thing: no team is safe, and no group is locked. As we head into the final day of groups, every series counts.
Will the favorites hold their ground, or will underdogs force their way through? One day remains to find out
FAQs
Q: What happens after the group stage?
A: Top 2 from each group go to the upper bracket, 3rd–4th to the lower bracket, bottom 2 are eliminated.
Q: Which teams are eliminated already?
A: None yet, but Shopify Rebellion, Talon, and HEROIC are on the brink.
Q: Who’s favored to win the event now?
A: PARIVISION and Team Falcons are looking like the top contenders heading into playoffs.
Q: Are there tiebreakers?
A: Yes—head-to-head and game record are used, and tiebreaker games will be played if necessary.
Q: Is the event open to live viewers?
A: Yes! The playoffs will be played in front of a live audience starting April 10 at the Raleigh Convention Center.
