BBL Esports secured a crucial victory in the VCT EMEA Kickoff, overcoming PCIFIC Esports in a tense 2–1 series that tested both teams’ resilience. After trading maps, BBL held their nerve in the decider to emerge victorious and keep their tournament run on track in the battle of the Ascension winners.

The series opened with PCIFIC Esports coming out swinging, immediately challenging BBL with high-tempo rounds and confident aim duels. BBL struggled to find consistency early, allowing PCIFIC to build momentum and take the first map. Despite flashes of structure from BBL, PCIFIC’s assertive playstyle proved difficult to contain, giving them the early advantage with a 13-10 map win with their IGL Rose in particularly stepping up for the team.

BBL responded strongly on the second map, showing a noticeable shift in pace and discipline. Their defensive setups were far more composed, and they began to win the small battles that had eluded them earlier in the series. Ex-TSM seven was the standout player for this map dropping 27 kills allowing his team to gradually pull ahead before closing the map 13-7 to force a decider.

With the series on the line, BBL delivered their most complete performance of the match. The final map was one way traffic for BBL, keeping their composure under pressure despite being a very young roster. Key clutches and well-timed aggression swung crucial rounds in their favor, denying PCIFIC the chance to regain control ending the first half 10-2. As the map progressed, BBL’s experience as a team showed, allowing them to close out the series and secure the win 13-4, only allowing PCF the pistol and eco rounds.

The 2–1 result highlights BBL’s ability to adapt mid-series and respond after a shaky start, while PCIFIC Esports can take positives from a performance that pushed their opponents to the limit with star performances from seen adn al0rante. For BBL, the victory keeps them moving forward in the VCT EMEA Kickoff, proving they’re capable of battling through adversity when it matters most despite being their first time on stage, they showed incredible confidence.