BBL Esports vs Acend: VCT 2022 Stage 1 EMEA Challengers Group B Week 5 prediction, head-to-head, livestream details, and more

The VCT 2022 Stage 1 EMEA Challengers tournament has entered Week 5 of the Group Stage, as several teams take on multiple opponents in the ongoing Super Week.

Turkish organization BBL Esports are set to face reigning Valorant Champions Acend in an engaging best-of-three combat that will be pivotal for both sides' playoffs qualification hopes.

After claiming two wins from four matches, Acend are currently fourth in Group B. BBL Esports trail behind in fifth place, having won only one of their four Group Stage ties.

BBL Esports vs Acend: Which team can claim a last-minute qualification for VCT 2022 Stage 1 EMEA Challengers Playoffs?

The upcoming Week 5 matchup is BBL Esports's second match of the Super Week, after their defeat to G2 Esports on Friday. Similarly, Acend are also preparing for their second consecutive match after getting toppled by Fnatic on Saturday.

Predictions

Both BBL and Acend will be desperate for a victory in this Week 5 matchup. Despite being ahead of BBL Esports on the leaderboard, Acend trails behind G2 Esports in terms of round differential, and is ready to fight for the crucial qualification spot.

Considering their recent form, Acend might be at a disadvantage. With cNed suffering from COVID-19 in the opening week of the tournament and zeek struggling with mental health issues, Acend could be in a tough spot.

However, considering the quality of each player, Acend have the ability to lift themselves back up and fight to retain their spot as the No. 1 Valorant team in the world. BBL Esports, on the other hand, carry the hopes of an entire nation of Valorant enthusiasts.

Despite their slow start, BBL Esports can still find themselves in contention for a playoff spot. They recently acquired Mehmet "Turko" Özen in the hopes of bolstering their squad for the upcoming stages of the tournament. The Turkish side have one final chance to showcase their efforts as they take on the world champions in their last match of the Group Stage.

Head-to-head

Hailing from different regions within EMEA, Acend and BBL Esports are yet to face off in an official fixture.

Recent results

BBL Esports had a successful run prior to the start of the VCT Stage 1 EMEA Challengers. However, since the tournament kicked off, BBL have only managed to accumulate a single victory in their last four Group Stage outings. That said, they have won two of their last five matches.

Acend were in incredible form at the Valorant Champions 2021, becoming the first ever recipient of the title. However, the team faltered several times during the EMEA Challengers Group Stage, losing to Guild and Fnatic in the process. Acend have won three of their last five matches.

Potential lineups

BBL Esports

Melih "pAura" Karaduran
Mehmet "Turko" Özen
Ali "AsLanM4shadoW" Balta
Hüseyin "aimDLL" Kabişteke
Doğukan "QutionerX" Dural

Acend

Aleksander "zeek" Zygmunt
Patryk "starxo" Kopczynski
Mehmet Yağız "cNed" İpek
Vladyslav "Kiles" Shvets
Santeri "BONECOLD" Sassi

When and where to watch

VCT Stage 1 EMEA Challengers matches will be streamed live for viewers on Valorant's official handles across Twitch and YouTube. While Stream A will be on VCT's official channel, Stream B will take place on their alternate Twitch handle (@valorantesports4). BBL Esports will take on Acend on March 13 at 11.30 pm IST.

About the author

Adarsh is an Esports and Gaming writer at Sportskeeda specializing in FPS games like Valorant, Counter-Strike, and Overwatch 2. After joining Sportskeeda in October 2021, he has authored over 750 stories that collectively have garnered 1.5 million views. By meticulously following reputable sources and enhancing his knowledge of the topics he covers, Adarsh eliminates any margin for error, ensuring his readers receive the most accurate information. As a Journalism graduate, these practices are skills he has honed through practical experience.

In addition to his role as a gaming journalist, Adarsh managed the Valorant, Counter-Strike 2 (CS2), and Overwatch 2 departments at Sportskeeda for nearly two years. He also serves as an Esports and Gaming Editor, boasting over a year of experience in this capacity. A significant milestone in his career involves attending various international Valorant events and conducting more than 150 interviews with some of the top talents in esports.

Adarsh's gaming journey began at the age of 3 when his parents introduced him to Roadrash. While he was too young to play independently, his parents assisted him in savoring every aspect of the game. Fast forward twenty years, Adarsh continues to exhibit a passion for video games, particularly competitive and tactical FPS titles. As a result of his fondness for football, he is a devoted fan of the EA Sports FIFA or FC series as well.

During his leisure time, Adarsh indulges in reading books and watching sports. A passionate supporter of Manchester United, he is an ardent football enthusiast. He also takes pleasure in watching basketball, tennis, MMA, and poker, actively participating in these sports as well. Furthermore, Adarsh harbors a deep-seated love for cinema, enjoying the exploration and dissection of its complexities.

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Edited by Sandeep Banerjee