Stage 2 is here and the pick’ems are back! With the Valorant calendar heating up once again post-Esports World Cup, it’s time to dive into every regional matchup and make some bold predictions. From China to the Americas, we’ve got you covered with game-by-game breakdowns and insights for what promises to be one of the most unpredictable stages yet.

China: EDG’s Road to Redemption?

China enters Stage 2 with a vengeance. FPX looked solid against Wolves and are favored over AG, while Bilibili continues to impress. Expect EDG to outclass Trace and remain a threat despite recent roster shifts. Notably, Wolves vs GI is one to watch—with the underdogs hoping to upset the group stage narrative.

Key Predictions:

  • FPX > AG
  • EDG > Trace
  • Wolves > GI
  • Bilibili > JDG

Pacific Super Week: The Chaos Begins

Pacific is throwing down with a jam-packed super week, and it’s looking spicy. Paper Rex, fresh off their Masters Toronto win, open strong against T1. But teams like Gen.G and DRX are looming with dangerous form. Global Esports gets some faith against RRQ, while Talon is slightly favored over Boom in what could be a coin toss.

Key Predictions:

  • Paper Rex > T1
  • Gen.G > DRX
  • Global > RRQ
  • Talon > ZETA
  • DRX > Nongshim
  • Paper Rex > DFM

EMEA: Heretics on the Rise, Liquid Rebuild Looks Solid

The EMEA region skips the chaos of a super week but still delivers high-caliber matchups. Heretics, after a shaky start, are back in form and expected to beat BBL. Meanwhile, Liquid’s revamped roster featuring TX should handle KOI, despite both being promising teams. Gentle Mates over Foot is a bold but calculated call, and Fnatic? They’re still Fnatic.

Key Predictions:

  • Heretics > BBL
  • Liquid > KOI
  • Gentle Mates > Foot
  • NAVI > Apex
  • Vitality > Giants
  • Fnatic > Karmine Corp

Americas: 100 Thieves Need a Statement

Americas is stacked with drama from the jump. 100 Thieves face off against NRG in a critical opener. While both teams have something to prove, NRG appears to be on a better trajectory. EG over 2G is a safe bet, but don’t sleep on Crew vs MIBR—Crew’s chaotic style might just steal it.

Key Predictions:

  • Cloud9 > FURIA
  • NRG > 100T
  • EG > 2G
  • Crew > MIBR
  • G2 > Sentinels
  • Lev > Loud

Final Thoughts

Pacific is too close to call in many matchups. EMEA has the potential for upsets, and the Americas? That’s where the storylines will explode. All eyes are on teams like G2 (already Champs-qualified) and 100 Thieves (needing a massive bounce-back). And as always, expect the unexpected—because it’s Valorant.

Want to join the prediction fun? Head over to VLR and check the pinned comment or description on Thinking Man’s Valorant video to join his groups and submit your own pick’ems.

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Source: Thinking Man’s Valorant

Frequently Asked Questions about Valorant Stage 2 2025 Pick’Em Predictions

Q: What is Valorant Stage 2?
A: Stage 2 is the second phase of the 2025 Valorant Champions Tour, where teams across all regions compete for points toward qualifying for Champions later in the year.

Q: What are Pick’Ems in Valorant?
A: Pick’Ems are fan predictions where you choose which team will win each match. These are commonly shared in the Valorant community to spark discussion and showcase regional insights.

Q: How does Stage 2 scheduling differ by region?
A: Pacific and China regions are running a “super week” with many matches packed into a short timeframe, while EMEA and Americas are following a more traditional weekly match schedule.

Q: What are the biggest matches to watch in Week 1?
A: Key matchups include Paper Rex vs T1, DRX vs Gen.G, Heretics vs BBL, Liquid vs KOI, and 100 Thieves vs NRG.

Q: Which teams are the favorites across regions?
A: Paper Rex in Pacific, Fnatic and Heretics in EMEA, and G2 and NRG in the Americas are among the top-performing or most promising teams heading into Stage 2.

Q: How can I participate in community Pick’Ems?
A: You can join the TMV Pick’Em groups via links provided in the video’s description or pinned comment on Thinking Man’s Valorant YouTube channel.