Although it was just a for-fun tournament, by the time it reached the final match, both GAM Esports and Dashing Buffalo surely had one common goal: victory. The finals of the Ultimate Challenge showmatch were therefore fiercely contested, featuring games with extraordinary kill counts and skirmishes happening almost at every moment.
Dashing Buffalo put on an unexpectedly impressive performance, especially considering the team had just undergone a significant roster overhaul. However, the weaknesses of the young stars from DBL quickly became apparent when facing GAM Esports.
With a limited champion pool and a passive approach when facing difficult matchups, Dashing Buffalo quickly fell victim to GAM’s exploitation, and all the team could manage was a consolation win, before ultimately losing the match 3-1.
However, it is clear that reaching the finals of this showmatch is a significant achievement for DBL at this moment. Their shortcomings can be improved over time, while the positive aspects such as competitive spirit, confidence, strong gameplay, and cohesion among the newcomers are evident for the fans of the Buffalo Herd.
For GAM Esports, the victory over Dashing Buffalo not only earned Levi and his teammates a prize of 100 million VND for being champions, but it also serves as a perfect launchpad for their preparations for the VCS Summer 2020 – a season that promises to be quite challenging for GAM.
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