Cloud9 vs Sentinels Preview & Predictions – VCT 2023 Americas League
| Tags: Valorant
| Author Thealchemist
Get ready for an unforgettable showdown as Cloud9 vs Sentinels takes the stage in the VCT 2023 Americas League
The stage is set for the most highly anticipated matchup of the VCT Americas as Cloud9 take on Sentinels in week 5 of the league stage. Given their long-standing rivalry, the upcoming clash between the teams is expected to be a captivating spectacle. Sentinels have dominated the head-to-head record with a score of 6-1, but the tides have turned, and Cloud9 are now widely regarded as the stronger team.
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Cloud9
The Cloud9 squad is literally on cloud9 right now with a spectacular performance in the first half of the league stage. With four wins, the Men-in-Blue sit in second place in the standings. With such a record and that their only loss came against the number one team of the league stage, LOUD, qualifying for the playoffs should be smooth sailing now.
Players
Nathan “leaf” Orf
- Role: Flex
- The Spike Rating: 1.21
- Average Combat Score: 252.3
- Kill/Death Ratio: 1.20
- Headshot Percentage: 22.7%
- Average Damage per Round: 157.8
Erick “Xeppaa” Bach
- Role: Flex
- The Spike Rating: 1.17
- Average Combat Score: 223.5
- Kill/Death Ratio: 1.14
- Headshot Percentage: 20.9%
- Average Damage per Round: 143.3
Jordan “Zellsis” Montemurro
- Role: Flex
- The Spike Rating: 1.21
- Average Combat Score: 234.2
- Kill/Death Ratio: 1.21
- Headshot Percentage: 19.3%
- Average Damage per Round: 149.9
Jake “jakee” Anderson
- Role: Controller
- The Spike Rating: 1.14
- Average Combat Score: 231
- Kill/Death Ratio: 1.14
- Headshot Percentage: 29.5%
- Average Damage per Round: 149.2
Dylan “runi” Cade
- Role: Initiator/Flex
- The Spike Rating: 1.13
- Average Combat Score: 213.7
- Kill/Death Ratio: 1.16
- Headshot Percentage: 25.1%
- Average Damage per Round: 143.2
Player to Watch
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Sentinels
Adding Marved to the roster has brought new energy to the team allowing every player to return to his original role. The razor-close series against LOUD on week 3 left many fans on the edge of their seats. However, it was last week’s dominant win over MIBR that served as a resounding statement to the critics of the team that was once considered the best in the world.
Players
Jimmy “Marved” Nguyen
- Role: Controller
- The Spike Rating: 1.08
- Average Combat Score: 212.9
- Kill/Death Ratio: 1.09
- Headshot Percentage: 29.9%
- Average Damage per Round: 136.5
Gustavo “Sacy” Rossi
- Role: Initiator
- The Spike Rating: 1.2
- Average Combat Score: 229.7
- Kill/Death Ratio: 1.3
- Headshot Percentage: 26.7%
- Average Damage per Round: 148.9
Bryan “pANcada” Luna
- Role: Sentinel
- The Spike Rating: 1.1
- Average Combat Score: 210.1
- Kill/Death Ratio: 1.23
- Headshot Percentage: 30%
- Average Damage per Round: 138.1
Rory “dephh” Jackson
- Role: IGL
- The Spike Rating: 0.99
- Average Combat Score: 191.9
- Kill/Death Ratio: 1.01
- Headshot Percentage: 24.6%
- Average Damage per Round: 128.5
Zachary “zekken” Patrone
- Role: Duelist
- The Spike Rating: 1.25
- Average Combat Score: 249.1
- Kill/Death Ratio: 1.3
- Headshot Percentage: 22.3%
- Average Damage per Round: 161.1
Player to Watch
Marved
VCT 2023 Americas League – Cloud9 vs Sentinels Predictions
We predict Sentinels to win 2-0.
Cloud9 vs Sentinels – Maps
Map 1: Ascent
Map 2: Fracture
Map 3: Pearl
Cloud9 vs Sentinels – Score
Map 1: Sen to win with C9 < 10
Map 2: Sen to win with C9 > 11
Cloud9 vs Sentinels – Top Fragger
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VCT 2023 Americas League – Cloud9 vs Sentinels Match Links
Cloud9 vs Sentinels – Match Time
April 30 – 12 pm PT // 3 pm ET // 9 pm CET