In the highly anticipated Marvel Rivals Ignite Stage 2 Americas tournament, 100 Thieves emerged as the undeniable champions, concluding a formidable run by triumphing over ENVY in a nail-biting Grand Finals. This victory not only cements their status as a top contender but also secures one of the coveted spots in the upcoming Marvel Rivals Ignite Grand Finals, where a monumental $1,000,000 prize pool awaits.
For 100 Thieves, this win carried a particular weight. Having previously placed as runners-up in Stage 1 and securing third in the Mid-Season Finals, the team was clearly on a trajectory towards the top, but the final push for gold had eluded them. Stage 2 presented an opportunity for redemption, and they seized it with an impressive display of skill and strategy.
The journey began in the Group Stage, where 100 Thieves showcased immediate dominance, topping their group with an unblemished 4-0 win/loss ratio, leaving notable rosters like DarkZero and Sentinels in their wake. This commanding start set the tone for their playoff performance.
Entering the Playoffs, 100 Thieves maintained their momentum. They navigated through the upper bracket with a series of decisive 3-1 victories, first against Dreamland, and then impressively against ENVY – the very team they would later face in the Grand Finals. Their subsequent triumph over FlyQuest in the Upper Bracket Finals solidified their direct path to the ultimate showdown.
The Grand Finals unfolded as a best-of-five (BO5) spectacle against a resilient ENVY, who had fought their way back through the lower bracket. What ensued was a testament to both teams` prowess, culminating in five intense matches. 100 Thieves, however, proved to be the stronger force on the day, prevailing with a commanding 4-1 series score.
Grand Finals Breakdown (100 Thieves vs. ENVY):
- Game 1: 100T 2-1 NV – Hell’s Heaven, Domination. (100T takes the lead)
- Game 2: 100T 3-4 NV – Yggdrasill Path, Convoy. (ENVY levels the playing field)
- Game 3: 100T 5-4 NV – Symbiotic Surface, Convergence. (100T reclaims dominance)
- Game 4: 100T 2-0 NV – Krakoa, Domination. (Match point for 100T)
- Game 5: 100T 2-1 NV – Hall of Djalia, Convergence. (100T clinches the title)
With the Americas championship secured, 100 Thieves not only claimed the lion`s share of the $250,000 regional prize pool but, more importantly, confirmed their attendance at the prestigious Ignite Grand Finals. They will be joined by fellow Americas qualifiers ENVY, FlyQuest, and DarkZero. Notably, Sentinels, a participant in the Mid-Season Finals and former Stage 1 Americas champion, concluded their Stage 2 run in sixth place, missing out on a spot in Atlanta.
The conclusion of Stage 2 Americas means the full roster of global contenders for the Ignite Grand Finals is now complete. The world championship event, set to take place at DreamHack Atlanta, promises an unparalleled showcase of Marvel Rivals talent.
Qualified Teams for Marvel Rivals Ignite Grand Finals:
- Americas:
- 100 Thieves
- ENVY
- FlyQuest
- DarkZero
- EMEA:
- Virtus.pro
- Citadel Gaming
- Natus Vincere
- Asia:
- Crazy Raccoon
- REJECT
- China:
- OUG
- Aconyx
- Oceania:
- ChopperMag
As these titans of the Marvel Rivals scene prepare to converge, the question on everyone`s mind is clear: Which team will rise above the rest to claim the inaugural global title and the largest prize pool in the game`s history? Only time, and many epic battles, will provide the answer.
