Match Report: Vegas Falcons vs. Carolina Royal Ravens

February 1st, 2025

The Carolina Royal Ravens secured a dominant 3-0 victory over the Vegas Falcons in a thrilling series during Day 2 of Major 1 2025. The Ravens showcased their superior teamwork and individual skill, outclassing the Falcons across all three game modes: Hardpoint, Search and Destroy, and Control.

Match Overview

Final Score: Vegas Falcons 0 - 3 Carolina Royal Ravens
Match MVP: TJHaLy (Carolina Royal Ravens) - 28 kills, 1.56 K/D in Hardpoint; 11 kills, 1.57 K/D in Search and Destroy; 36 kills, 1.03 K/D in Control

Game 1: Hardpoint - Protocol

Result: Vegas Falcons 161 - 250 Carolina Royal Ravens

The Ravens dominated the opening Hardpoint on Protocol, thanks to a standout performance from TJHaLy, who dropped 28 kills with an impressive 1.56 K/D and a team-high 105 seconds of Hill Time. Vivid also shined with 30 kills and 79 seconds of Hill Time, providing crucial support.

For the Falcons, Exnid led the way with 24 kills and a 1.09 K/D, but the team struggled to maintain control of the hills. D7oomx and Roxas had tough outings, combining for a -20 kill differential, which ultimately cost the Falcons in this game. The Ravens' superior objective play and slaying power secured a convincing 250-161 victory.

Game 2: Search and Destroy - Vault

Result: Vegas Falcons 5 - 6 Carolina Royal Ravens

The second game was a nail-biter, with both teams trading rounds in a tense Search and Destroy showdown on Vault. The Falcons' Roxas and Kiing put up strong performances, with Roxas leading the team with 10 kills and a 1.67 K/D. Kiing added 10 kills of his own, but the Falcons fell just short in the final rounds.

For the Ravens, TJHaLy and Gwinn were the stars, each finishing with 11 kills and a 1.57 K/D. Their clutch plays in key rounds proved decisive, as the Ravens edged out a narrow 6-5 victory. SlasheR and Vivid had quieter games, but the team's overall composure in high-pressure situations made the difference.

Game 3: Control - Vault

Result: Vegas Falcons 2 - 3 Carolina Royal Ravens

The Falcons fought hard to stay alive in the series, but the Ravens' dominance in Control on Vault was too much to overcome. Kiing led the Falcons with 40 kills and a 1.05 K/D, while Exnid added 34 kills and a 1.06 K/D. However, the Ravens' balanced attack proved too much to handle.

Gwinn and Vivid were instrumental for the Ravens, finishing with 36 and 37 kills respectively, while TJHaLy added another 36 kills to his impressive series. The Ravens' ability to control key points and outslay the Falcons in crucial moments secured a 3-2 victory in Control, completing the sweep.