Valorant Masters London 2026: G2 Esports vs. Xi Lai Gaming Upper Quarterfinals Match Prediction

G2 Esports and Xi Lai Gaming will face off in the Upper Quarterfinals of Valorant Masters London 2026 on June 13. The match is a meeting of a tournament favourite and a Chinese side looking to make a breakthrough on the international stage. G2 are the clear favorites going into the series based on recent results, rankings, and previous meetings in VALORANT. Here's all you need to know about the G2 Esports vs. Xi Lai Gaming Upper Quarterfinals Match Prediction.

G2 Esports vs. Xi Lai Gaming Upper Quarterfinals Match Preview

G2 Esports Recent Form

G2 comes to London as one of the best teams in the world. Riot’s Global Power Rankings have them at number two in the world with a 15-7 record. The Americas rep has consistently churned out great results at international events, most recently with a 2-0 win over Xi Lai Gaming at the Masters Santiago.

Xi Lai Gaming Recent Form

Xi Lai Gaming has had a good 2026 season, going 13-6 and making it out of VCT China. They have been less convincing in international competitions, losing the first two games against G2 at the Masters Santiago, and are once again the underdogs in this playoff tie.

G2 Esports vs. Xi Lai Gaming Upper Quarterfinals Match Details

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G2 Esports vs. Xi Lai Gaming Head-to-Head Stats

The teams have faced off twice in international tournaments, and G2 won both of those encounters 2-0. Their last esports match was at Masters Santiago 2026, where G2 defeated Abyss 13-8 and Haven 13-3. They also defeated Xi Lai Gaming at the Masters Toronto 2025.

G2 Esports vs. Xi Lai Gaming Upper Quarterfinals: Key Players to Watch

G2’s jawgemo remains the player to watch after a dominant performance in the last meeting between these teams. Leaf has been a consistent contributor all season long. For the Chinese squad to have a shot at matching G2’s firepower, WsLeo and NoMan on the Xi Lai Gaming side must bring their A-game.

G2 Esports vs. Xi Lai Gaming Upper Quarterfinals Match Prediction

Everything indicates G2 is the superior team coming into this series. The betting markets are heavily in their favor, with prices on the order of 1.12 to Xi Lai Gaming’s 5.40-5.52. G2 also has a perfect record against XLG and is ranked much higher in the global standings. Xi Lai Gaming could pull off a massive upset, but G2 should breeze through.

G2 Esports vs. Xi Lai Gaming Upper Quarterfinals Match Prediction: G2 Esports win 2-0