Spirit secured a decisive 2-0 victory over Liquid in the upper bracket quarterfinal of IEM Rio 2026 on April 13, 2026.
The win further solidified Spirit's historical dominance against Liquid, maintaining an impressive 73% all-time win rate in their head-to-head encounters. This match showcased Spirit's consistent performance against their rivals.
Key statistics from the past three months highlight Spirit's superior form, with a 1.42 Rating compared to Liquid's 1.07. Spirit also led in Kills per Round (0.93 vs 0.67), Deaths per Round (0.69 vs 0.64), and KAST (77.3% vs 73.0%), underscoring their strong individual and team play.