EDward Gaming vs Paper Rex Tips – Two Tournament Favourites Clash in Masters London UB Final
EDward Gaming face off against Paper Rex in the upper bracket final at VALORANT Masters London 2026. While both teams are strong, Paper Rex’s individual talent and deeper map pool give them the edge going into this first meeting of the season. EDG have shown resilience and strong teamwork en route to the semifinals, but must overcome a significant strategic disadvantage. Expect a competitive match, but Paper Rex are favored to advance to the grand final. Fans can watch the match live through popular esports streaming sites and betting platforms.
- EDward Gaming vs Paper Rex VALORANT betting predictions and tips for Friday, June 19, in the upper bracket final of VALORANT Masters London (14:00 BST)
- Both teams are expected to make a deep run in this event
- Paper Rex are heavy favourites
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EDward Gaming vs Paper Rex Betting Predictions
EDward Gaming and Paper Rex will face off on Friday, June 19, in the upper bracket final of VALORANT Masters London 2026, when they’ll clash for a spot in the grand final.
- EDward Gaming vs Paper Rex Betting Predictions
- First Meeting of 2026
- Where to Watch EDward Gaming vs Paper Rex Live?
- EDward Gaming Are Not to Be Underestimated
- EDward Gaming Squad & Team News
- Paper Rex With High Expectations
- Paper Rex Squad & Team News
This will be the first meeting between the two teams of the season, adding a pinch of excitement to an interesting affair, featuring two of the pre-tournament favourites to make a run for the trophy.
Hailing from a stronger region, Paper Rex are expected to do well on Friday; however, EDward Gaming are no slouches and, given their past showings, are more than capable of causing some damage. The big question, however, is their map pool, which, compared to PR, is lacking.
- EDward Gaming have tools to do well
- Paper Rex are rightly viewed as favourites
- Expect a competitive game
First Meeting of 2026
Paper Rex and EDward Gaming have yet to meet this season.
Where to Watch EDward Gaming vs Paper Rex Live?
Esports fans can find broadcasts of the clash between EDward Gaming and Paper Rex on any major esports streaming site via VCT channels. Alternatively, you can set up an account with prominent bookmakers like Stake and access free live streaming and in-play betting options.
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EDward Gaming Are Not to Be Underestimated
EDward Gaming made it to the upper bracket final with wins against FUT Esports (2-1) and XLG Esports (2-1). While not the most challenging schedule, EDG showed up both individually and as a unit.
The big question now is whether EDward Gaming have what it takes to take down Paper Rex, who are arguably the strongest VALORANT team in the world. Individually, PR are better, and map pool-wise, EDG do not have as many advantages.
Their Fracture has been solid, so that is a map where EDward Gaming could do well. However, Paper Rex are also very effective on Fracture, so EDG have to dig deep and come up with a plan to surprise the VCT Pacific champions.
| Date | Event | Opponent | Opponent |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 15 | VALORANT Masters London 2026 | XLG Esports | 2-1 (W) |
| June 13 | VALORANT Masters London 2026 | FUT Esports | 2-1 (W) |
| May 24 | CN EVO Series A2 | TYLOO | 0-2 (L) |
| May 10 | VCT 2026 China Stage 1 | XLG Esports | 3-2 (W) |
| May 8 | VCT 2026 China Stage 1 | XLG Esports | 2-0 (W) |
EDward Gaming Squad & Team News
No changes for EDward Gaming.
- Zheng "ZmjjKK" Yongkang
- Zhang "Smoggy" Zhao
- Wang "nobody" Senxu
- Zhang "Jieni7" Juntai
- Wan "CHICHOO" Shunzhi
Paper Rex With High Expectations
Paper Rex have been playing well this event, continuing to show strong form after winning VCT Pacific Stage 1.
So far, they’ve beaten Leviatan (2-0) and Team Vitality (2-1), which is nothing to sneeze at, as both are very strong squads. Against Vitality, Paper Rex showed some cracks, namely on Split, which they lost 6-13. However, they were excellent on Breeze (13-3) and Fracture (13-6), showing a deep map pool – which is one of PR’s strongest weapons.
Individually, d4v41 has been phenomenal this tournament, with a 1.29 performance rating, ahead of invy at 1.24 and something at 1.17.
| Date | Event | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 15 | VALORANT Masters London 2026 | Team Vitality | 2-1 (W) |
| June 12 | VALORANT Masters London 2026 | Leviatan | 2-0 (W) |
| May 17 | VCT 2026 Pacific Stage 1 | FULL SENSE | 3-0 (W) |
| May 16 | VCT 2026 Pacific Stage 1 | Global Esports | 3-0 (W) |
| May 15 | VCT 2026 Pacific Stage 1 | T1 | 2-1 (W) |
Paper Rex Squad & Team News
Paper Rex haven’t announced any roster changes.
- Khalish "d4v41" Rusyaidee
- Jason "f0rsakeN" Susanto
- Ilia "something" Petrov
- Wang "Jinggg" Jing Jie
- Adrian "invy" Reyes
Verdict
This is a tough match for both teams, especially EDward Gaming. While the Chinese squad have solid pieces and should be viewed as one of the strongest squads in the world, they also don’t have any apparent advantages over Paper Rex.
Besides the fact that PR players have shown more individually, Paper Rex also have a deeper map pool, which will be difficult to overcome for EDG. Even though a close game is not entirely unlikely, Paper Rex have a very good chance to sweep.
Besides the fact that PR players have shown more individually, Paper Rex also have a deeper map pool, which will be difficult to overcome for EDG. Even though a close game is not entirely unlikely, Paper Rex have a very good chance to sweep.
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