Match recapread
In a stunning upset at the Thunderpick World Championship 2026, 9z Team took down higher-ranked Aurora Gaming with a decisive 2-0 victory on October 14th. The South American squad dominated both maps, showcasing exceptional teamwork and tactical prowess. This clean sweep propels 9z Team further into the S-Tier tournament, solidifying their position as a contender to watch.
Map veto
1
BAN
Anubis
Anubis
2
BAN
Ancient
Ancient
3
PICK
Inferno
→ Map 1
Inferno
→ Map 1
4
PICK
Nuke
→ Map 2
Nuke
→ Map 2
5
BAN
Mirage
Mirage
6
BAN
Cache
Cache
7
DECIDER
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Dust2
→ Map 3
9z Team
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