VCT Ascension 2025 Predictions: Top Teams In Every Region
Disclaimer: Predictions are based on opinion and should not be construed as betting advice. Past performance does not guarantee future outcomes. Odds are referenced for informational purposes only and are accurate as of October 15, 2025, and may shift at a moment’s notice.
VCT Ascension is the gateway to tier-one VALORANT, giving regional champions a shot at promotion through a ruthless playoff system. The tournament decides who joins the partnered teams in next year’s VALORANT Champions Tour—and where rising squads prove they belong in the International League.
This guide highlights our predictions for the teams we believe are most likely to qualify for VCT 2026 through Ascension—and the odds to back the lines!
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VCT Ascension Americas 2025 Predictions
TSM
It’s no surprise that the winners of the Challengers 2025 North America: Stage 3 qualifier are the favorites to reach VCT Americas 2026. TSM finally broke past ENVY in perhaps the season’s most decisive matchup, with the likes of Johann “seven” Hernandez popping off in supporting roles.
Before the NA Stage 3 Grand Finals, ENVY looked like the stronger team, but after TSM managed to shut down Alex “canezerra” Banyasz, the momentum clearly swung in their favor.
TSM roster
- Anthony “gMd” Guimond
- Johann “seven” Hernandez
- Jordan “vora” Pulwer (IGL)
- Alvin “alvinboy” Hong (Stand-in)
- Timothée “Timotino” Lavigne Dupont (Stand-in)
ENVY
Team ENVY had TSM’s number in 2025, defeating them in the Challengers 2025 North America: Stage 2 qualifiers and again in the opening round of Stage 3. However, TSM got their revenge in the Grand Finals, winning when it mattered most.
ENVY were highly consistent throughout the season, which is why they managed to qualify for Ascension on points, accruing 195 in total (for reference, TSM only had 70 before their Stage 3 win automatically qualified them).
ENVY roster
- Alex “canezerra” Banyasz
- Eggsterr
- Hunter “inspire” Schline
- Ayan “ion2x” Rastogi
- Matteo “P0PPIN” Weber (IGL)
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VCT Ascension EMEA 2025 Predictions
BBL PCIFIC
The Turkish team has shown remarkable consistency, qualifying for Ascension on points after winning Challengers EMEA: Stage 1 and reaching the Stage 2 Grand Finals. BBL also dominated the regional Türkiye: Birlik qualifiers, winning all three stages on their way to Ascension.
While there were initial doubts after Berkcan “ComeBack” Şentürk’s departure, those concerns have long dissipated. With BBL priced at +225 (30.8% implied probability) to qualify for VCT EMEA, the choice couldn’t be clearer.
BBL PCIFIC roster
- Ali Eren “Crewen” Sargin
- Yusuf “Lar0k” Kaan Kanber
- Utku “Loita” Kart
- Eren “Rosé” Erzan
- Umut “lovers rock” Pekdoğan
Enterprise Esports
Enterprise Esports enters Ascension as the second favorite to qualify for VCT EMEA 2026. Despite finishing fourth in points, they managed to beat BBL PCIFIC to claim the Challengers EMEA: Stage 2 title, proving they’re a real threat.
Although ComeBack was still with BBL at the time, a revamped PCIFIC still won their rematch comfortably. Even so, with two spots in the EMEA region up for grabs, Enterprise might not even have to face BBL to qualify. At +275 odds (26.7% probability), they look like strong contenders to qualify.
Enterprise Esports roster
- Domagoj “Doma” Fancev
- Jasiek “jas” Nieliwodzki
- Vladyslav “Kiles” Shvets
- Krzysztof “starki” Lewandrowski
- Aleksander “zeek” Zygmunt (IGL)
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VCT Ascension Pacific 2025 Predictions
Nongshim RedForce
Nongshim RedForce did relatively well in VCT Pacific 2025, beating teams like Zeta Division, Team Secret, and Detonation FM throughout the season. However, they still fell short when it came to competing for a spot in VALORANT Champions.
If they can maintain the same form that saw them take down partnered teams, their VCT Ascension run should see them cruise back into VCT Pacific 2026—especially with two spots up for grabs.
NS RedForce roster
- Lee “Dambi” Hyuk-kyu
- Kim “Francis” Mu-bin (IGL)
- Park “Ivy” Sung-hyeon
- Yang “Persia” Zi-on (IGL)
- Goo “Rb” Sang-min
- Jung “Xross” Hwan (Substitute)
Motiv Esports
Motiv Esports is one of the most potent Southeast Asian rosters in VALORANT, and if they can maintain the hot streak they’ve found themselves in recent months, they can definitely take BOOM Esports’ VCT Pacific spot.
Motiv cruised through the Challengers 2025 Southeast Asia, dropping only one map in the Grand Finals against Full Sense, led by a dominant performance from Rodman “Vera” Yap. Facing two teams with VCT Pacific experience will be tough, but if Motiv can push through, they’ll be a serious threat in 2026.
Motiv Esports roster
- Henri “Flaring” Forichon
- Tidus Goh “STYRON” Zhen Wei
- Panyawat “sushiboys” Subsiriroj
- Rodman “Vera” Yap
- Chang “wayne” Wayne
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VCT Ascension China 2025 Predictions
Dragon Ranger Gaming
Arguably the safest prediction of all, Dragon Ranger looks set to reclaim its spot in VCT China 2026. The team proved itself as a top competitor in the Chinese region and even qualified for VALORANT Champions Paris—an incredible feat as a non-partnered team!
Their relegation to Ascension came only because fellow Chinese squad XLG Esports outperformed them at Champions. Having said that, if Dragon Ranger plays to its strengths, the path back to VCT should be a walk in the park.
Dragon Ranger Gaming roster
- Shao “Nicc” Yi-chun (IGL)
- Luo “Flex1n” Rui
- Ilya “vo0kashu” Ushakov
- Zhang “Akeman” Haoran
- Lin “SpiritZ1” Ding-yu
- Cheng “Cangshu” Yu-chun (Substitute)
- Wang “Ying” Chenxu (Substitute)
Rare Atom
Rare Atom is perhaps the only team that could realistically fend off Dragon Ranger. Better yet, it’s a classic revenge story, as Rare Atom has placed second in VCT Ascension two consecutive years, losing to Dragon Ranger (2023) and XLG Esports (2024).
That level of consistency is outstanding, as they’ve once again dominated Chinese Tier 2 competition on their way to VCT Ascension China 2025. With a stacked roster, now’s as good a time as ever to break the second-place curse and punch their ticket to VCT China 2026.
Rare Atom roster
- Zhou “Guran” Mingyan (IGL)
- Nnono
- Niu “zhe” Zhe
- Fei “Satoshi” Zhixian
- Wang “Midnight” Yingjie
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FAQs
How does VALORANT Ascension work?
VCT Ascension is a set of regional tier-two tournaments that decide which non-partnered teams earn promotion to next year’s VALORANT Champions Tour. Depending on regional results, one or two teams qualify through a Group Stage and Playoff format.
How long does the VCT promotion last for Ascension winners?
Ascension winners join the VCT for at least one year. Teams that reach VALORANT Champions can extend their stay, but the lower-performing squads drop back to Ascension or face full relegation.
When does the VALORANT Champions Tour 2026 begin?
VCT 2026 starts in January with regional Kickoff events, followed by Masters 1 in Santiago (February to March), Masters 2 in London (June), and Champions Shanghai (September).
References
- VALORANT_Americas (Twitch)
- VALORANT Challengers Americas (YouTube)
- VALORANT_EMEA (Twitch)
- G2 vs SK – VCT Game Changers EMEA Stage 3 – Playoffs Day 1 (YouTube)
- VALORANT_Pacific (Twitch)
- NS vs FS – VCT ASCENSION Pacific 2025 – Day 3 (YouTube)
- valorantesports_cn (Twitch)
- RA vs ODG – DRG vs AQ – Playoffs – Day 1 – VCT CN Ascension 2025 (YouTube)
