ZywOo Claims Fifth MVP with 1.50 Rating in Barcelona
ZywOo secures his fifth MVP of the year at StarSeries, outperforming rivals with a 1.50 rating in the grand final.
Key points
- ZywOo won his fifth MVP of the year with a 1.50 rating in the StarSeries grand final.
- KSCERATO claimed the top EVP spot with a 1.26 rating and 89.9 ADR despite missing the final.
- Jimpphat earned his first EVP since late 2024 after posting a 1.41 rating in map wins.
Mathieu "ZywOo" Herbaut finally broke his dry spell in Barcelona. The Vitality star dragged his team to the StarLadder StarSeries Fall 2026 title, ending a long wait for his fifth MVP of the season.
The crowd roared as ZywOo took the stage. He posted a 1.50 rating and 1.24 KPRW, silencing any debate about the award. His round swing reached +6.13%, a statistical dominance that left opponents gasping for air.
ZywOo's long-awaited relief
ZywOo had earned four MVPs earlier in the year. Vitality’s form dipped, leaving him empty-handed for months. He admitted the break was a relief, telling HLTV Esports that winning the trophy and the medal together felt right.
He ran the mid lane on Cache with an AK-47. His movements were precise. The final was never close. ZywOo’s performance was a clear statement of intent, capping a season where he finally found the rhythm he needed.
KSCERATO's consistent delivery
Kaike "KSCERATO" Cerato faced heavy pressure. With teammate molodoy dealing with eye issues, the burden fell on him. He responded with a 1.26 rating and 89.9 ADR, securing the top EVP spot despite FURIA missing the final.
He posted seven standout maps. Only two fewer than ZywOo. His performance against top ten teams was a 1.23 rating, far ahead of his teammates. KSCERATO proved he is the anchor his team relies on when the stakes are highest.
Jimpphat's brilliant resurgence
Jimi "Jimpphat" Salo nearly stole the show. Before the final, he posted a 1.41 rating in map wins. He earned three player of the map awards, showing a sky-high potential that had been dormant for years.
His demolition of Vitality in the upper final was a highlight. It was his first EVP since IEM Rio in late 2024. Coach ash is making good on his promise to turn Jimpphat back into a star anchor for the squad.
