The MongolZ eliminate Liquid to reach IEM Melbourne 2025 semi-finals
The MongolZ continue their incredible run in Melbourne. After losing the first map to Liquid, the Mongolian five regrouped, evened the score on Ancient , and withstood intense pressure on the decisive Inferno to win 13-10 and secure their place in the semifinals of IEM Melbourne 2025.
Game on Anubis: start for Liquid
Liquid chose Anubis and looked as confident as ever. Even despite playing CT, the North American team completely dictated the pace, winning the first half 9:3. In the second half, they gave up only two rounds, finishing the map confidently with a score of 13:5.
Ancient : the Mongolian response
Coach maaRaa 's players responded instantly at their peak. Liquid looked better than on the previous maps, but couldn't cope with their opponents' aggressive style. At a key moment in the first half, Senzu made a triple kill through the smoke, maintaining a 7:5 lead. The MongolZ were flawless in defense, winning 13:6.
Inferno: a match worth watching again
The denouement of the series was a real treat for the audience. Liquid took the pistol round first, but 910 and his AWP quickly regained the initiative. After a series of key saves and interceptions, The MongolZ took a 7:3 lead. However, Liquid closed the first half with a powerful 2v5 clutch from siuhy and ultimate.
In the second half, Twistzz single-handedly won a 1v3 clutch, saving the match point. Despite this, 910 had the final say, securing his 30th frag on the map by killing the last three Liquid players in the final round.
MVP of the match — 910
Usukhbayar “ 910 ” Banzragch had an excellent match in the lan arena: 0.93 KPR, 1.27 Impact, 92.9 ADR, and a rating of 7.2. His consistency and determination were key to the team's victory.
The road ahead: semifinals against Vitality
A tough test lies ahead: a match against the tournament favorites, Vitality . The MongolZ have already become the revelation of IEM Melbourne, but a victory over ZywOo and company would take this story to a whole new level.
IEM Melbourne 2025 takes place from April 21 to 27. The entire tournament is held in Melbourne, Australia, at the Rod Laver Arena. Participants compete for a prize pool of $300,000. You can follow the results and progress of the tournament via this link.
