The Queen City of the South, Cebu, recently witnessed a clash of titans as the Predator League 2025 Philippine Finals set the stage for the country’s top Dota 2 and VALORANT teams. Robinsons Galleria Cebu buzzed with excitement as passionate fans, both hardcore and curious newcomers, packed the venue to witness esports at its finest.
Predator League has a long-standing commitment to nurturing local esports talent. This year, regional qualifiers across the archipelago provided a platform for aspiring players to showcase their skills and catch the eye of the big leagues. With a coveted PHP 1,000,000 prize pool and a chance to compete in the Asia Pacific Predator League 2025 Grand Finals, the stakes were high.
Dota 2: Experience Takes the Crown
The Dota 2 Grand Finals saw a clash between seasoned veterans, Execration, and the rising stars of Ivory. Both teams boasted phenomenal mid laners, with Execration’s Charles “Lewis” Santos locking horns with Ivory’s Argle “Ken” Llesis. While Ivory displayed impressive skills, Execration’s experience ultimately proved decisive. Lewis maintained his dominant form, while carry player Denz “Denzsanity” Anedez shone with an exceptional average of 7.5 kills and 10.5 assists throughout the series.
VALORANT: A Collegiate Cinderella Story
This year’s VALORANT scene saw a heartwarming narrative unfold. DLSU VALORANT Esports, fresh from their UAAP championship win, received a direct invite to the tournament. Despite facing seasoned veterans with more LAN experience, the collegiate squad proved their mettle by battling their way to the finals. However, ZOL Esports, a familiar face in the VALORANT world, stood in their path. Led by the relentless heroics and clutch plays of Patrick “PatMen” Mendoza, ZOL Esports secured a clean 2-0 victory over DLSU. This win marked a sweet redemption for ZOL, as DLSU’s Xavier “Xavi8k” Juan had previously led their rival team, Oasis Gaming, to victory over ZOL in the 2024 Predator League Finals.
A Trip to Kuala Lumpur Awaits
The dust has settled, and the champions have emerged. Execration, Ivory, and ZOL Esports have secured their tickets to the Asia Pacific Predator League 2025 Grand Finals in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Joining them will be Team Secret, all set to raise the Philippine flag against the best teams in the region.
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