Dream team of ESL Pro League Season 20
As the dust settles, it’s time to highlight the standout players from the event and assemble the Dream Team of ESL Pro League Season 20. These players showcased incredible skill, discipline, and game-changing moments throughout the tournament.
Opener: ultimate
- Opening Kills per Round: 0.173
- Opening Deaths per Round: 0.104
- Trades: 0.117
Liquid’s new aggressive AWPer, Roland "ultimate" Tomkowiak, was a crucial driving force behind his team’s deep playoff run. His high impact in opening duels helped Liquid secure key victories, most notably in their match against Complexity. While his performance dipped slightly in the quarterfinals against G2, his aggressive style of play made him one of the most feared openers at the event.
AWPer: syrsoN
- AWP Kills per Round: 0.505
- Aces: 1
- Quadrokills: 2
- Triple Kills: 19
- Double Kills: 41
Florian "syrsoN" Rische, the veteran AWPer from BIG, had one of his best lan events in recent memory. With a staggering 0.505 AWP kills per round, syrsoN’s sniping prowess was on full display as BIG advanced to the playoffs. Although BIG was eliminated by The MongolZ, syrsoN consistently delivered, keeping his team competitive even in the most challenging moments. His sharp shooting and experience earned him a spot on the Dream Team as the top AWPer.
Clutcher: drop
- Clutches: 1x 1v3, 1x 1v2, 8x 1v1
André "drop" Abreu was one of the standout players of the tournament, especially when it came to clutch situations. Having just taken over as the in-game leader for MIBR, drop managed to lead his team to the semifinals, overcoming tough opponents like HEROIC, Spirit, and M80. His 10 clutches were game-saving moments that played a pivotal role in MIBR ’s success, and his individual performances earned him a well-deserved spot on this Dream Team.
Support: MAJ3R
- Flash Assists per Round: 0.042
- Molotov Damage per Round: 1.35
- HE Damage per Round: 5.07
As the in-game leader of Eternal Fire , Engin "MAJ3R" Küpeli excelled in his support role, guiding his team to the grand final—a historic achievement as the first Turkish team to reach a BIG event final. Despite his low individual fragging power, MAJ3R’s utility usage and strategic mind were key to Eternal Fire ’s impressive run. His ability to create opportunities for his teammates, especially through flash assists and well-timed grenades, showcased his high-level support skills.
MVP: jL
- Kills per Round: 0.90
- ADR: 87
- Overall Rating: 7.3
NAVI’s star rifler, Justinas "jL" Lekavičius, was the standout player of ESL Pro League Season 20, earning his second MVP title of the year. jL’s aggressive playstyle and incredible consistency helped NAVI secure their third major title of 2024, following victories at PGL Major Copenhagen and the Esports World Cup. With a rating of 7.3 and 0.90 kills per round, jL cemented himself as one of the top players in the world, dominating every aspect of the game and delivering when it mattered most. His performance in the final against Eternal Fire was nothing short of spectacular, earning him the MVP honors and solidifying his spot as one of the top five players of the year.
This Dream Team reflects the standout individual performances that defined ESL Pro League Season 20. From ultimate’s aggressive opening duels to syrsoN’s sniper excellence, drop’s clutch play, MAJ3R’s supportive leadership, and jL’s MVP-worthy performance, these players left their mark on the event. As we look ahead to the BLAST Premier: Fall Final 2024, this Dream Team sets the standard for what it takes to compete at the highest level in Counter-Strike 2.
