The landscape of Chinese Valorant has a new king. In a defining moment for the organization, TYLOO captured the VCT China Stage 2 title in Chengdu, defeating JD Gaming 3-1 in the grand final on August 23. This victory marks the first regional trophy for the team, effectively ending their reputation as a "middle-of-the-pack" squad and cementing their status as a top-tier contender heading into the global stage.
The series itself was a statement of intent. While JD Gaming managed to steal the opening map on Lotus with a 13-6 scoreline, the momentum shifted decisively afterward. TYLOO responded with clinical precision, taking Split 13-7 and Breeze 13-10. By the time the fourth map, Summit, rolled around, the result was never in doubt; TYLOO dismantled their opponents 13-2 to seal the championship.
The standout performer of the series was undoubtedly the team's duelist, splash, whose aggressive playstyle and 61 kills throughout the series proved too much for JDG to handle. Supported by the tactical consistency of players like slowly—who earned Finals MVP honors—and the rest of the roster, TYLOO showcased a level of cohesion that has been missing in their previous campaigns.
This result carries massive weight beyond the $100,000 prize. By winning the stage, TYLOO secures the number one seed from China for VALORANT Champions 2026. JD Gaming, despite the loss, also punched their ticket to the world championship as the second seed, while EDward Gaming and Xi Lai Gaming will join them as the third and fourth representatives for the region.
For those following the MyEsports predictions, this performance forces a re-evaluation of the Chinese region's hierarchy. With the home crowd waiting in Shanghai, the pressure will be immense, but TYLOO enters the tournament with the momentum of a champion. Keep an eye on our matches hub for updates on the upcoming international showdown.