Oxygen Esports vs G2 Esports Preview & Predictions – VCL NA Challenger Playoffs

The first day of the VCL NA Challengers Playoffs will feature the Oxygen Esports vs G2 Esports upper-quarterfinals matchup

The stage is for the biggest matches in the NA VCL as we reach the climactic finale of the journey toward the Ascension League. In the 2nd matchup of the opening day, the dark horse of the event, Oxygen Esports, go head-to-head with the star-studded but currently out-of-form G2 Esports. So if you're seeking further insights into these teams or looking for assistance with your Valorant betting endeavors, you have come to the right place.

Oxygen Esports

Oxygen Esports are the dark horses of the NA Challengers League, capable of toppling even the very best. Despite a lackluster performance in the Mid-season Face Off, this newly formed team showcased significant improvements during Split 2, ultimately securing 2nd place in Group A. The success can be credited in part to adding Reduxx to the playing 5, which proved to be a game-changer, infusing the roster with an exponential increase in firepower.

Players

Mitch “mitch” Semago

• Role: IGL
• VLR Rating: 0.96
• ACS: 181.1
• Kill-Death Ratio: 0.84
• Headshot Percentage: 21%
• ADR: 119.4

Logan “skuba” Jenkins

• Role: Controller
• VLR Rating: 1.09
• ACS: 196.4
• Kill-Death Ratio: 1.13
• Headshot Percentage: 26%
• ADR: 127.1

Joshua “pwny” VanGorder

• Role: Duelist
• VLR Rating: 0.97
• ACS: 219.8
• Kill-Death Ratio: 1.01
• Headshot Percentage: 25%
• ADR: 140.4

Yassin “Reduxx” Aboulalazm

• Role: Flex
• VLR Rating: 1.01
• ACS: 212.9
• Kill-Death Ratio: 1.1
• Headshot Percentage: 23%
• ADR: 141.1

Andrew “Verno” Maust

• Role: Flex
• VLR Rating: 1.16
• ACS: 220.2
• Kill-Death Ratio: 1.24
• Headshot Percentage: 27%
• ADR: 146.9

Player to Watch

Reduxx

WHAT?! @NotReduxx @OXG_Esports | #ChallengersNA https://t.co/ZtPfjfJCiW pic.twitter.com/8ddQHY4C5X

— VALORANT Esports NA (@valesports_na) May 11, 2023

G2 Esports

Despite the disastrous Split 2 run, ShahZaM and Co managed to qualify for the playoffs, courtesy of their results from the previous two events. G2's recent struggles during the last league stage, marked by the streak of five consecutive losses, have left fans skeptical about their chances, though. Yet, the two-week break between Split 2 and the upcoming event may have allowed them to rectify any shortcomings that hindered their performance. Additionally, G2 can draw confidence from their positive track record against Oxygen, having won the last encounter two months ago in the Mid-season Face Off.

Players

Shahzeb “ShahZaM” Khan

• Role: IGL
• VLR Rating: 1.04
• ACS: 196.6
• Kill/Death Ratio: 1.03
• Headshot Percentage: 27%
• ADR: 128.3

Michael “dapr” Gulino

• Role: Sentinel
• VLR Rating: 0.96
• ACS: 190.6
• Kill/Death Ratio: 0.96
• Headshot Percentage: 19%
• ADR: 127.8

Maxim “wippie” Shepelev

• Role: Controller
• VLR Rating: 1.04
• ACS: 190.2
• Kill/Death Ratio: 1.01
• Headshot Percentage: 19%
• ADR: 121.0

Francis “OXY” Hoang

• Role: Duelist
• VLR Rating: 1.05
• ACS: 247.5
• Kill/Death Ratio: 1.10
• Headshot Percentage: 24%
• ADR: 158.9

Erik “penny” Penny

• Role: Flex
• VLR Rating: 0.95
• ACS: 175.4
• Kill/Death Ratio: 0.85
• Headshot Percentage: 20%
• ADR: 114.5

Player to Watch

ShahZaM

VCL NA Challenger Playoffs – Oxygen Esports vs G2 Esports Predictions

We predict this match to be the markup of G2 Esports’ coming back in form with a 2-1 win against Oxygen Esports.

Oxygen Esports vs G2 Esports- Maps

• Haven
• Ascent
• Bind

Oxygen Esports vs G2 Esports- Score

Map 1: G2 to win with Oxygen > 11

Map 2: Oxygen to win with G2 < 8

Map 2: G2 to win with Oxygen < 10

Oxygen Esports vs G2 Esports- Top Fragger

OXY

VCL NA Challengers Playoffs – Oxygen Esports vs G2 Esports Match Links

• Twitch 
• YouTube

Oxygen Esports vs G2 Esports- Match Time

May 31 – 4 pm PT // 7 pm ET