Week 2 of the CDL Major III Qualifiers kicked off with another action-packed day as teams battled to climb the standings and build momentum heading into the latter half of the stage. From dominant Hardpoints to intense Search and Destroy finales, here’s a full breakdown of the Day 1 matches:

Miami Heretics vs OpTic Texas

Miami Heretics pulled off one of the most impressive wins of their season, taking down OpTic Texas with a 3-1 series victory behind aggressive slaying and composed teamwork.

• Map 1: Vault Hardpoint – The Heretics came out swinging, taking the opening map in convincing fashion 250-152.

• Map 2: Hacienda Search & Destroy – It was a closer contest, but the Heretics maintained their edge, winning 6-4 to go up 2-0.

• Map 3: Hacienda Control – OpTic showed life and resilience here, clawing back with a 3-2 win to stay alive in the series.

• Map 4: Hacienda Hardpoint – Heretics bounced right back and closed it out in dominant form 250-202, locking in the 3-1 series win.

Vancouver Surge vs LA Guerrillas M8

Vancouver Surge continued their strong form, securing a clean 3-0 sweep against the LA Guerrillas M8, further cementing their place as one of the most dangerous teams in the Major III cycle.

• Map 1: Hacienda Hardpoint – Surge outpaced the Guerrillas from the start, taking the opener 250-207.

• Map 2: Red Card Search & Destroy – With sharp strategy and decisive gunfights, Surge cruised to a 6-3 SnD win.

• Map 3: Protocol Control – The Guerrillas put up a solid fight, but Surge held on in a tight 3-2 finish to complete the sweep.

Carolina Royal Ravens vs Minnesota Rokkr

In the most thrilling series of the day, the Carolina Royal Ravens edged out Minnesota Rokkr in a full five-map classic, winning 3-2 thanks to a clutch final SnD performance.

• Map 1: Skyline Hardpoint – Rokkr dominated from start to finish, winning 250-101 in blowout fashion.

• Map 2: Protocol Search & Destroy – The Ravens struck back hard, dismantling Rokkr 6-1 to even the series.

• Map 3: Vault Control – This back-and-forth round went the distance, but Rokkr clutched up 3-2 to retake the lead.

• Map 4: Hacienda Hardpoint – The Ravens showed immense composure, barely edging Rokkr 250-244 in one of the most nail-biting maps of the day.

• Map 5: Dealership Search & Destroy – With the series on the line, Carolina closed things out in a thrilling 6-5 round 11 victory to claim the win.

Final Thoughts

Week 2 Day 1 delivered the intensity and unpredictability fans expect from CDL action. Miami Heretics shocked OpTic with a statement win, Vancouver Surge stayed red-hot, and the Carolina Royal Ravens proved their grit in a marathon match against Rokkr. With the standings constantly shifting, each day feels more crucial than the last.

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