Witnessed by the world, the thrilling clash between The MongolZ and Heroic unfolded on the grand stage of the Shanghai Major 2024. The MongolZ emerged victorious, claiming a flawless 3-0 record in the Elimination Stage, securing their spot in the playoffs alongside the formidable team Vitality.
Marking a significant milestone, The MongolZ etched their name in the annals of esports history as the first-ever Asian squad to advance this far in a Valve tournament. It was a long journey that spanned 21 Majors and 11 years before a team from the Asian region finally ascended to the playoffs, surpassing the earlier best finishes of TyLoo in the 12th-14th positions.
In an electrifying Best of 3 series against Heroic, The MongolZ faced a tough challenge. Despite a setback on Mirage, the Asian squad displayed resilience on the second map, which spiraled into an intense overtime. However, The MongolZ showcased their prowess in the decisive match on Ancient, claiming victory with relative ease.
The backdrop of PW Shanghai 2024, the inaugural Major hosted in Asia, set the stage for this historic showdown. With 24 formidable teams vying for a substantial prize pool of $1.25 million, along with a share of sticker revenue, the competition was fierce. The merge of Asia as a CS2 region with the Pacific in the Antwerp Major 2022 signaled a shift in the esports landscape, harking back to earlier achievements where Australian powerhouse Renegades made a mark by reaching the semis of StarLadder Berlin Major 2019.
