RESULTS: Houston Outlaws Slay the Korean Giants, Taking Down Seoul Dynasty 3-1

The Houston Outlaws have managed to take down the Seoul Dynasty in what was a tough 3-1 match. Here’s a brief breakdown of the match.

The first map, Hanamura, showcased both team’s excellent attack and defence, with the Houston Outlaws taking the first chance to assault the point. While there were able to secure the first checkpoint, they found themselves unable to fully advance onto the second point. Despite repeated attempts, they were unable to fully secure the point before the time ran out. When it came for the Seoul attack, they were likewise able to secure the first point before becoming bogged down on the second checkpoint. Despite their best efforts, they were unable to secure the point as much as Houston, failing to secure the first map. Houston now leads the series 1-0.

The second map, Nepal, was a much better map for Seoul, as they picked off members of the Houston Outlaws while capturing the point. While Houston did get some time on the point, Seoul was able to fully secure the first point to give them an early lead. The second point was a much closer affair, with Houston managing to almost completely secure the checkpoint. Seoul proved too strong in the moment, however, securing the point and levelling out the score 1-1.

The third map, King’s Row, was an extremely close affair, with Houston making their assault first. After a protracted battle, Houston secured the payload and began the journey through the remaining checkpoints. The Seoul defence was strong, but Houston’s offence was stronger, moving the payload right through to the end. When it came time for Seoul’s attack, the results were much the same. Seoul secured the payload and moved it through the remaining checkpoints, setting up for an overtime round. Because the Houston Outlaws had time in the bank left when they finished their round, they would only need to secure the first tick of the first checkpoint, and after a brutal battle, managed to get themselves on the point to take the map. Houston took a 2-1 lead with the potential to secure the series on the next map.

The fourth map, Watchpoint: Gibraltar, featured more pitched battles as the teams clashed for what could be the final map between these two teams. Houston again attacked first, and was able to progress the payload through the map, though they faced opposition the entire way. Though Seoul tried their best to hold them off, Houston advanced the payload across the map and reached their final destination, albeit with no time remaining. When it came for Seoul’s attack, they also quickly secured their position on the payload, advancing through the first two checkpoints before running into a wall of Houston. Try as they might, Seoul just simply could not get through the Outlaws defence, and ultimately could not achieve their goal.

The Houston Outlaws have claimed yet another victory today, taking down the Seoul Dynasty as they climb the ladder. For more Overwatch action, check out the roster moves that the Shanghai Dragons are making, and to see when these teams are clashing again, check out the Official Schedule page, here.