In a thrilling start to the Dota Pro Circuit (DPC) Western Europe (WEU) 2023 Tour 3: Division I, Entity, a team that has struggled recently, delivered an impressive performance by soundly defeating the formidable Team Liquid. Despite being considered the underdogs, Entity showcased their understanding of the meta and executed intelligent draft picks, securing a convincing 2-0 victory over their opponents in less than an hour. The absence of Samuel "Boxi" Svahn led Team Liquid to field a stand-in player, further complicating their gameplay.

WEU DPC Tour 3 Opener: Entity vs Team Liquid Recap

Game 1:

 In the first game, both teams opted for safe picks, but Entity capitalized flawlessly on their laning stage advantage. With support rotations effectively shutting down Nisha's game, Entity was able to eliminate him five times during the early stages. Team Liquid struggled to find their footing, managing only three kills before conceding defeat after a mere 21 minutes.

Game 2:

Entity surprised onlookers by selecting a support Clinkz in game 2, drawing inspiration from the hero's success in various roles within pub matches. The hero exceeded expectations, boasting an impressive 12-5-13 KDA. Additionally, watson's solid performance on Slark in the safelane set the stage for Entity's success. A pivotal teamfight victory at the 12-minute mark further solidified their advantage. Team Liquid's draft lacked synchronization, and Entity's elusive heroes exploited this flaw throughout the game, which was filled with intense skirmishes. Entity emerged victorious, closing out the match in just 28 minutes.

In the next series, Entity will clash with Tundra Esports, hoping to maintain their momentum and further solidify their position in the tournament. On the other hand, Team Liquid faces a challenging encounter against Team Secret on 17th May, where they will seek redemption and a chance to bounce back from their recent defeat.

Despite the setback, Team Liquid can take solace in their already secured spot in The International 12 (TI12), the most prestigious Dota 2 tournament. The absence of Boxi, temporarily filled by Maroun "GH" Merhej, likely contributed to the team's performance. With Boxi expected to rejoin the team soon, Team Liquid has the opportunity to regroup and refine their strategies for future matches.

Entity's spectacular triumph over Team Liquid in the WEU DPC Tour 3 opener has sent shockwaves throughout the Dota 2 community. Their dominant performance and intelligent picks showcased their understanding of the current meta, leaving their opponents struggling to keep up. As the tournament progresses, all eyes will be on Entity to see if they can maintain their impressive form and continue to surprise the Dota 2 scene.