The matchups have already been set.
The end of the road
Following the conclusion of the Swiss stage, four teams exited the tournament, some of which were unexpected for fans. Notably, Valorant Champions 2024 winners, EDward Gaming . Alongside them, Gen.G Esports , Rex Regum Qeon , and Bilibili Gaming were also eliminated after the final day of the group stage.
Tournament sensation
EDward Gaming 's elimination from the Valorant Radiant Asia Invitational came as a shock. The team, recently crowned the world's strongest, entered the tournament as one of the favorites. However, they lost their first two matches and exited without a single victory. This marks their fourth consecutive loss since their triumph at Valorant Champions.
Playoff matchups
After the first stage concluded, the organizers held a draw, determining the playoff matchups. The playoffs will follow a double-elimination format, allowing teams a second chance at the championship after a loss. On November 28, the first matchup will feature Detonation FocusMe against Trace Esports , followed by Paper Rex versus DRX .
The final sprint
On November 28, the final stage of the Valorant Radiant Asia Invitational will begin. Over three days, the teams will battle to determine the strongest. On December 1, the tournament champion will be crowned.
