Soon we’ll witness the grand final of FISSURE Playground 1 — the inaugural event of the series that has already exceeded expectations with its explosive matchups, rising teams, and big upsets. In the ultimate showdown, TYLOO — Asia’s new hope defying all odds — will face Astralis, the reborn European powerhouse aiming to reclaim the top. The format: Best of 5, played on LAN in Belgrade, where everything is on the line.
Road to the Final: Two Continents, Two Stories
TYLOO have been the biggest surprise of the tournament. Undefeated in the group stage, riding a five-match win streak, and powered by the incredible form of JamYoung, the Chinese squad became a nightmare for favorites. They opened with a clean 2–0 over Virtus.pro, followed it up with a victory against 3DMAX, and — crucially — beat Astralis 2–1 in their final group match to secure the top seed.
In the playoffs, TYLOO dismantled SAW 2–0 in the semifinals, displaying perfect timing, high-level communication, and calm under pressure. Their rotations on Nuke and raw aggression on Inferno stood out — especially with Attacker and Mercury locking down key areas.
After a shaky group-stage loss to TYLOO, Astralis regrouped, shifted focus, and powered through the lower bracket flawlessly. The Danes defeated MIBR twice, took down Lynn Vision, and swept BetBoom in the semifinals. That final playoff match was a statement: a 2–0 win with near-flawless control of the map, retakes, and mid-round calls.
The new lineup of stavn, jabbi, and Staehr isn’t just talented — it’s disciplined. HooXi finally has a team that listens and adapts, while device brings clutch consistency in the moments that matter most.
Map Pool & Potential Veto
Map stats (last 3 months):
- Dust2: TYLOO — unplayed, Astralis — 60%
- Mirage: TYLOO — 83%, Astralis — 50%
- Inferno: TYLOO — 87%, Astralis — 50%
- Nuke: TYLOO — 67%, Astralis — 89%
- Train: TYLOO — 67%, Astralis — 50%
- Ancient: TYLOO — 55%, Astralis — 60%
- Anubis: TYLOO — 50%, Astralis — unplayed
Expected veto:
- TYLOO bans Dust2 — they don’t play it at all
- Astralis bans Mirage — TYLOO’s highest win rate map
- TYLOO likely pick Inferno — their strongest battleground
- Astralis likely pick Nuke — where they dominate
- Decider could be Ancient or Train, depending on veto order
On paper, the pool is balanced but volatile. TYLOO will try to capitalize on comfort picks like Inferno, while Astralis aim to drag the series into structured maps like Nuke and Ancient. If it goes deep, composure and adaptation will decide the victor.
Final Stars: JamYoung vs stavn
JamYoung (TYLOO)
- Rating: 1.25
- Impact: 1.38
- ADR: 85.2
- KPR: 0.79
JamYoung is the driving force behind TYLOO’s Cinderella run. His ability to open rounds, survive in 1vX situations, and consistently frag makes him a serious threat to any top-tier opponent. Against SAW, he posted a 1.36 rating and was key to securing pivotal clutch rounds.
stavn (Astralis)
- Rating: 1.18
- Impact: 1.21
- ADR: 83.7
Stavn has been Astralis’ most consistent and impactful player. Since returning, he has become the focal point of the team’s philosophy: quick entries, great game sense, and role flexibility. In the semifinal against BetBoom, he neutralized key threats round after round.
Mental Game & Experience
- Astralis carry extensive experience in grand finals — even with this new roster.
- HooXi has played a Major final with G2.
- TYLOO, on the other hand, are reaching this stage for the first time at the international level.
The question remains: can the Chinese side handle the pressure if the series goes the distance?
Prediction: Experience or Energy?
Astralis have the upper hand in experience, map pool flexibility, and structure. TYLOO shine with form, individual brilliance, and team chemistry. If JamYoung, Mercury, and Jee maintain their current pace, they could close out their strong maps early. But if the series stretches into deeper waters, Astralis might adapt and claw their way to victory.
Predicted score: Astralis 3–2 TYLOO
If it goes to a fifth map, expect a mental and tactical marathon. This isn’t just the climax of a tournament — it’s a clash of generations. A fearless, rising Asian roster against the battle-hardened European veterans. If TYLOO win, it will be a historic breakthrough for the region. If Astralis triumph, it confirms their rebirth is real and dangerous.
