BetBoom vs Gladiators Prediction 8 July 2025
As the tournament kicks off in Saudi Arabia, we're set for a rematch of the PGL Wallachia Season 5 final, with BetBoom once again taking on Gaimin Gladiators. This time, however, the clash will unfold in a BO2 format during the group stage. Despite the different setting, both teams will be eager to assert their dominance over each other once more. Should we expect one side to claim victory? Or will this encounter end in a draw? In our prediction, we'll aim to answer this question!
Head-to-Head
As we mentioned earlier, the teams recently faced each other. At the end of June, in the tournament final in Romania, BetBoom clinched a 3-1 victory. Prior to that encounter, the opponents had met a total of seven times: Pure's team claimed five victories, the "gladiators" secured one, and there was one draw.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results

BetBoom Team Overview
BetBoom enter the tournament in high spirits. The team finally secured a victory at a major tournament, something they hadn't managed to do this year. Interestingly, they hit their stride during the tournament in Romania rather than before it. During the group stage of PGL Wallachia Season 5, the team didn't look particularly impressive, but in the playoffs, they managed to defeat Spirit twice and also took down Liquid and Gaimin Gladiators - an impressive track record. If Pure and company maintain this level of performance at the Esports World Cup 2025, they could realistically aim for top positions, or perhaps even the championship.
Match Results: BetBoom

Gladiators Team Overview
Gaimin Gladiators put on a commendable performance at the PGL Wallachia Season 5, losing only in the final. However, their showing at FISSURE Universe Episode 4 was lackluster, as they failed to make it to the playoffs. During that tournament, the team managed to win just two maps across four matches, putting up a fight only against Shopify Rebellion and Team Yandex. It's likely that Malady and company didn't exert themselves too much in that online tournament, choosing instead to focus on this championship. Therefore, they are expected to make a strong impression here.
Match Results: Gladiators
⭐ Editorial Prediction
In this clash, a draw seems quite plausible. The main battle for a spot in the upper bracket will be fought in matchups with the Falcons, and here they might just settle for a stalemate. Therefore, our editorial team suggests betting on a 1-1 draw.