The MongolZ entered the quarterfinals as dark horses for a potential championship run, whilst carrying the pride of Asia with them. MOUZ advance to the semis over The MongolZ! The MongolZ, who had been riding a 13-game winning streak - including a victory over MOUZ in the elimination stage prior to the playoffs - saw their remarkable run come to a heartbreaking conclusion.

With the day's results, MOUZ and Spirit have guaranteed themselves at least a 3rd-4th place finish and $80,000 in winnings. Meanwhile, the MongolZ and Liquid exit the Shanghai Major with a respectable 5th-8th place finish and $45,000 in consolation.

MOUZ and Team Spirit swept their way into the semifinals of the Perfect World Shanghai Major in China on Thursday. MOUZ defeated The MongolZ and Team Spirit eliminated Team Liquid in the quarterfinals as the playoffs got underway for the $1.

The concluding quarter-final of the 2024 Perfect World Shanghai Major seemed like a one-sided affair after a disastrous start for FaZe Clan on Nuke, but turned into an unforgettable comeback, culminating in a decisive victory on Anubis.

Mongolia's The MongolZ and France's Team Vitality became the first two teams to qualify for the Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) Perfect World Shanghai Major 2024 Playoffs after securing crucial victories in the third round Advancement Matches of the tournament's Elimination Stage on Friday (December 6).