Catch up on all the action from the playoffs of the RLCS Raleigh Major, including Twisted Minds’ upset over Karmine Corp and Team Falcons dominant win.
Catch up on all the action from the playoffs of the RLCS Raleigh Major, including Twisted Minds’ upset over Karmine Corp and Team Falcons dominant win.
The RLCS 2025 Raleigh Major playoffs delivered a thrilling start, with unexpected upsets and dominant performances setting the stage for an exciting conclusion.
In a major upset, Twisted Minds eliminated reigning Birmingham Major champions and esports betting sites outright favourites, Karmine Corp, in a nail-biting 4-3 series. After falling behind 0-3, Twisted Minds executed a reverse sweep, showcasing resilience and strategic prowess to advance in the lower bracket.
Team Secret from Brazil displayed exceptional skill, defeating Gentle Mates Alpine 4-2. After dropping the first game in overtime, Secret rallied to win three consecutive matches, securing their spot in the next round.
In the upper bracket, North America’s NRG faced Europe’s Team Vitality in a highly anticipated matchup. Both teams, known for their aggressive playstyles and strategic depth, delivered a thrilling series that kept fans on the edge of their seats. However, it was Vitality that emerged victorious with a 4-0 win to book their spot in the semifinals. NRG dropped in the lower bracket quarterfinals and will face Twisted Minds.
Meanwhile, Team Falcons delivered a dominant performance against Dignitas, claiming a 4-0 win over the European Rocket League squad. Falcons piled on the goals early with 2-0 and 5-0 wins in the first two games before closing it out with 3-1 and 2-1 wins in the last two matches. Falcons looks like the team to beat in Raleigh, as they have only dropped one game through four series at the Major.
The final day of the RLCS Raleigh Major will feature five series, with both the lower-bracket quarterfinals and semifinals and the grand final set to complete Championship Sunday.