Magic, FaZe, NiP, and Sharks have advanced to the semifinals — results from the first day of the Stake Ranked Episode 2 playoffs

The first day of the Stake Ranked Episode 2 playoffs has concluded. Check out our article for the current standings and tomorrow’s schedule.

Following the results of the matches, Magic, Ninjas in Pyjamas, FaZe Clan, and Sharks Esports advanced to the tournament semifinals. Meanwhile, 3DMAX, HEROIC, Alliance, and 9z Team fell into the lower bracket and will play elimination matches.

May 28, times are in Moscow time.

Stake Ranked Episode 2 is taking place from May 27 to 30 in Barcelona. The tournament kicked off directly with the main event, which uses a double-elimination format. A total of 8 teams are participating in the championship, and its total prize pool is $100,000.