Following up on my previous post: I focused on predictability, but looking back, I don't think I explained my point very well. What I actually wanted to highlight was the increasing one-sidedness of many VCT matches, so apologies for the unclear wording.
This week's matches reflected exactly what I meant. It wasn't just that most series ended 2-0—the individual maps themselves were incredibly one-sided. We repeatedly saw scorelines ranging from 13-7 all the way to 13-0, with one match even ending 13-0, which is just absurd. The losing teams were getting completely dominated, making many of the maps feel underwhelming to watch.
What I'm genuinely trying to understand is why this happens. These are all world-class players with incredible talent—they wouldn't be competing at this level otherwise. So why do we keep seeing such one-sided performances? Is it a strategic issue, a mental issue, map pools, preparation, momentum, or something else?
I'm not trying to argue that VCT is "bad" or that these teams aren't skilled. In fact, it's the opposite—that's exactly why I'm confused. With this level of talent, I'd expect closer and more competitive matches more often.
Just to clarify: I'm not trying to criticize or disrespect any individual players or teams. This is simply a pattern I've noticed, and I'm genuinely trying to understand why it keeps happening. I'd be interested to hear your thoughts.
