LGD Gaming vs Virtus.pro Prediction: the Chinese Team to Dominate

Prediction for The International 2023 match which will take place on October 13th. Who will turn out to be stronger? Check the team conditions! Several betting options are available.

LGD Gaming

Xiao8 prepared for this TI very carefully, analyzing the latest patch changes, which were reflected in their hero selection. The players relied on the characters that have become a meta of the group stage of TI 12. The team had already defeated Gaimin Gladiators on the first day, but they went on to defeat the American team's Nouns and remain, along with Team Spirit, the only team not to lose a map in the tournament.

This season, the Chinese team has faced adversity at majors and other international starts. Before the start, the team was abandoned by their sponsor, PSG, who swapped for promising Quest players. Therefore, xiao8 must perform well at this TI to restore faith in their team and the entire Chinese region.

Virtus.pro

Virtus.pro is one of the main favorites to leave, as the fourth Eastern European team is inferior to many. This season has proven to be one of the most difficult and unsuccessful in their history. In the three DPC regional leagues, the Bears finished in fourth place, just missing the majors. Participation in the Riyadh Masters 2023 was likely due to their past success but did not significantly benefit the current roster, as the team was eliminated in the play-in stage. Even in online tournaments this year, VP has failed to claim a single win, which is somewhat alarming given their impressive background.

At The International 2023, the Virtus.pro team qualified through the regional qualifiers. Without the region's top teams, the Bears have defeated all opponents and secured a spot at TI. The Bears have only played two games so far, resulting in a loss to Gaimin Gladiators and a draw with beastcoast. Getting points against the Chinese is essential but unlikely.

Expert Betting Tips

For LGD Gaming, it's important to earn at least one point to secure a place in the top set, while Virtus.pro should try to get points in every game, but it will be complicated to beat the Chinese team.