The second annual Thunderpick World Championship brings together the world’s top Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) teams in a battle for a jaw-dropping $1 million prize pool—the largest ever offered by a sportsbook. With the finals nearly underway and excitement at a fever pitch, bettors are eager to capitalize on the action.
This guide has everything you need to stay ahead of the 2024 Thunderpick World Championship Finals, from the match schedule and tournament format to the participating teams. Plus, we’ve put together our expert analysis of the top contenders.
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Thunderpick World Championship Finals
Thunderpick World Championship Finals Schedule
The 2024 Thunderpick World Championship runs from Oct. 21 to Nov. 3. With the Online Qualifier and Group Stage now concluded as of this writing, the event will culminate in the Finals. The teams will face off in front of a live audience at the LVL Dome Arena in Berlin, Germany.
The Group Stage (Oct. 21–26) featured a double-elimination format with four groups of four teams clashing in best-of-three series. The top two teams from each group advanced to the Finals, while the remaining competitors saw their journey come to an end.
The Finals (Nov. 2-3) will follow a single-elimination bracket format. Apart from the Grand Finals, which will be a best-of-five series, all matches will be played as best-of-three matchups. The victor will claim the World Champion title and the lion’s share of a $1 million prize pool.
Here is an overview of the 2024 Thunderpick World Championship Finals schedule:
- Semifinals: Nov. 2 at 16:00 GMT and 19:30 GMT
- Third Place Decider: Nov. 3 at 13:00 GMT
- Grand Finals: Nov. 3 at 16:30 GMT
How To Watch Thunderpick World Championship Finals
You can catch the TWC 2024 Finals on Twitch. Even better, the games will be broadcast right here on Thunderpick, the world’s premier crypto esports betting platform. Feel the thrill as you place live in-play bets and leverage unbeatable odds as the pros clash for glory!
Teams Competing In Thunderpick World Championship Finals
The 2024 TWC kicked off with 16 CS2 pro teams, half of which entered via Online Qualifiers while the other half received direct invites. After a brutal Group Stage, the field has since been slashed, leaving just four competitors, and they’re all hungry for the crown!
Here are all the teams competing in the 2024 TWC Finals:
Eliminated Teams
- BESTIA
- Imperial Esports
- Fnatic
- BIG
- Virtus.pro
- Cloud9
- Ninjas in Pyjamas
- M80
- Team Falcons
- 9z Team
- Legacy
- Aurora Gaming
Our Predictions For Thunderpick World Championship Finals
The stage is set for an epic showdown between the world’s best CS2 teams. With the stakes raised, it’s safe to say the competition has never been fiercer. Here’s a look at our predictions for the TWC Finals.
Important: These predictions reflect the perceived strength of teams based on historical trends and the latest available odds. This analysis should not be interpreted as betting advice. Past performance does not guarantee future outcomes. Always gamble responsibly.
HEROIC
Ranked 8th in the HLTV World Rankings, HEROIC is a strong favorite to claim the Thunderpick World Championship title. Despite a devastating 1-3 loss to ENCE at Elisa Masters Espoo, the team maintained a respectable track record at major events this year.
This includes a 3rd-4th place finish at IEM Rio 2024, where they beat G2 Esports, Astralis, and Team Vitality in the Group Stage. While they eventually fell to NAVI in the Semifinals, HEROIC’s recent performance has inspired confidence in their ability to contend with big teams.
The team has maintained this form at TWC 2024, securing convincing wins over Legacy and NiP in the Group Stage before sweeping Fnatic in the Quarterfinals. As they prepare to face OG in the Semifinals, the odds suggest HEROIC will breeze through to the Grand Finals with little resistance.
HEROIC’s roster
- René “TeSeS” Madsen
- Rasmus “sjuush” Beck
- Guy “NertZ” Iluz
- Damjan “kyxsan“ Stoilkovski (IGL)
- Abdulkhalik “degster” Gasanov
- Eetu “sAw” Saha (Coach)
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The Mongolz
The Mongolz stand as close contenders to win this year’s TWC. This comes after an impressive Group Stage, topping Group B with back-to-back 2-0 wins over Cloud9 and Fnatic, including three 13-11 victories in a row. Led by bLitz (1.26 rating), The Mongolz went on to beat Imperial 2-1 in the Quarterfinals.
While the team established regional dominance in the MENA circuit this year, their international results show they’re a team on the rise. They placed 1st at YaLLa Compass, 2nd at Skyesports Championship, and 3rd-4th at Elisa Masters Espoo. Now, they’re just one win away from qualifying for the finals.
The Mongolz’s roster
- Garidmagnai “bLitz” Byambasuren (IGL)
- Sodbayar “Techno4K” Munkhbold
- Usukhbayar “910” Banzragch
- Ayush “mzinho” Batbold
- Azbayar “Senzu” Munkhbold
- Erdenedalai “maaRaa” Bayanbat (Coach)
3DMAX
3DMAX is our bold pick and a potential dark horse at TWC 2024. They haven’t made a splash at major events this year, but the French squad has found success in tier-2 events, securing 1st place at the Skyesports Championship 2024 and YaLLa Compass Summer.
The team impressed in the TWC Group Stage, sweeping Falcons (featuring stand-in s1mple) and OG 2-0, followed by a hard-fought 2-1 victory over BESTIA in the Quarterfinals. However, 3DMAX’s upcoming match against The MongolZ promises to be their toughest test yet, with their chances diminishing sharply if they end up facing HEROIC in the finals.
3DMAX’s roster
- Lucas “Lucky” Chastang
- Thomas “Djoko” Pavoni
- Pierre “Ex3rcice” Bulinge
- Bryan “Maka” Canda (IGL)
- Filip “Graviti” Branković
- Damien “wasiNk” Dufour (Coach)
All Eyes On Berlin For TWC 2024
We couldn’t be more excited to see how this year’s TWC comes to an end as we approach the final matches. With a $1 million prize pool and plenty of bragging rights on the line, the four competing teams are sure to bring their best gameplay to Berlin’s LVL Dome Arena. As with any major CS2 tournament, you can stream the TWC Finals right here at Thunderpick. You can also unlock a €600 matched deposit bonus if you sign up today to bet on your favorite team. Good luck!
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