NRG’s Road to the Title
The North American giants entered the World Championship as favorites from their region, and they lived up to expectations with a spectacular run. They opened with a tense 3-2 victory over Ninjas in Pyjamas before overpowering Team Secret 3-1 to book a spot in the playoffs.
In the upper bracket quarter-finals, NRG faced The Ultimates in a seven-game thriller, clinching a dramatic 4-3 win to advance further. The semi-final saw NRG dismantle Geekay Esports 4-0 in a dominant performance, setting the stage for a showdown with Team Falcons in the Grand Final.
The Grand Final Battle
The grand final began with NRG edging out a close 3-2 win in game one, but Team Falcons struck back instantly with a narrow 1-0 victory to even the series. From that point on, NRG unleashed their full potential, winning three consecutive games to close the series 4-1 and lift the championship trophy inside Lyon’s LDLC Arena.
Landon “BeastMode” Konerman was named RLCS 2025 Season MVP for his stellar performances, while Daniel “Daniel” Piecenski received the North American RLCS MVP award, underlining the team’s depth and dominance.
A Historic Win for NRG
This victory marks NRG’s second world championship in Rocket League history, following their triumph at RLCS Season 8 in 2019. With this achievement, NRG becomes only the third organization to ever claim multiple world titles in the esport.
The 2025 season has been a defining one for NRG, with top-four finishes at the Birmingham and Raleigh Majors and a top-eight run at the Esports World Cup. Their RLCS World Championship win is the crowning moment of their journey, reestablishing them as the best Rocket League team in the world.
What This Means for Rocket League Esports
NRG’s triumph not only cements their legacy but also highlights the dominance of North America on the global Rocket League stage. The thrilling storylines, packed arenas, and rising viewership prove that Rocket League continues to grow as one of the most entertaining esports titles worldwide.
Final Word
With their second world championship secured, NRG has etched their name deeper into Rocket League history. Their resilience, teamwork, and sheer dominance in Lyon will be remembered as one of the most impressive runs in RLCS history.
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