Home

A Dominant Finish for the EMEA Champions

Virtus.pro have officially claimed the Marvel Rivals Ignite Grand Finals crown, taking down Natus Vincere (NAVI) 4-1 in an explosive finale at DreamHack Atlanta. The EMEA powerhouse walks away with a massive $320,000 NZD (around £243,000) prize, cementing their spot as the best Marvel Rivals team in the world right now.

After months of competitive play across global regions, the final showdown brought together two of the scene’s biggest names. Virtus.pro entered as the Ignite Stage 2 EMEA champion and clear favourite, and they didn’t disappoint.

From Group Stage to Glory

The road to victory was a story of pure consistency and control. Virtus.pro dominated their group stage with a flawless 5-0 record, setting the tone for the playoffs. They had already bested NAVI earlier in the tournament with a 2-0 sweep, proving that the rematch in the Grand Finals would be an uphill battle for the Ukrainian side.

The playoffs featured eight top teams in a double-elimination format. Early exits came from REJECT and DarkZero, while Citadel Gaming and ChopperMag bowed out in the quarterfinals. NAVI, however, battled through the Lower Bracket, eliminating both 100 Thieves (3-1) and FlyQuest (3-1) to earn their place in the Grand Finals against Virtus.pro.

Despite their momentum, NAVI couldn’t hold back the EMEA titans once more. Virtus.pro’s discipline, coordination, and tactical mastery across multiple maps sealed the deal.

Grand Finals Recap

Virtus.pro Marvel Rivals Ignite Grand Finals champion

Image Credit: NetEase Games

Here’s how the Grand Finals between Virtus.pro (VP) and NAVI played out:

  • Game One: VP 2-0 NAVI – Hell’s Heaven (Domination)
  • Game Two: VP 2-1 NAVI – Spider-Islands (Convoy)
  • Game Three: VP 1-0 NAVI – Hall of Djalia (Domination)
  • Game Four: VP 0-2 NAVI – Birnin T’Challa (Domination)
  • Game Five: VP 3-1 NAVI – Midtown (Convoy)

Final Score: 4-1 in favour of Virtus.pro.

After missing out on the Mid-Season Finals earlier this year due to a disappointing Ignite Stage 1, this championship marks the ultimate redemption arc for Virtus.pro. Their journey from near-miss to total domination shows how far they’ve come in establishing themselves as a leading force in Marvel Rivals esports.

What’s Next for Marvel Rivals Esports?

The conclusion of the Ignite Grand Finals wraps up the first-ever Marvel Rivals competitive season. NetEase Games hasn’t yet confirmed whether the Ignite circuit will return next year, but fans can rest easy knowing more is on the horizon.

The next major event, the Seasonal Championships, will take place during Season 4: Heart of the Dragon, offering players another shot at glory.

With Virtus.pro setting the new benchmark, Marvel Rivals esports looks set for a bright and action-packed future.