CS2 Map Statistics 2026: Tier-1 Trends Before EWC
Dust2 and Mirage account for nearly half of all tier-1 maps in 2026. Explore the map pool and its strongest teams ahead of EWC 2026.
August 11, 202610:16 AM
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ESL Pro League Season 24 Teams: Full CS2 Lineup
ESL has confirmed all 16 teams for ESL Pro League Season 24. Spirit, Falcons, MOUZ, Vitality and NAVI will compete in Katowice.
August 10, 202605:27 PM
100 Thieves, BIG, K27 and JiJieHao qualify for EWC 2026
100 Thieves, BIG, K27 and JiJieHao secured the four EWC 2026 spots. Results, standout performances and key qualifier facts.
August 10, 202607:10 AM
TaiLung Banned from TI 2026 and Future PGL Events
LGD Gaming midlaner TaiLung has been removed from The International 2026 and banned from all future PGL events. LGD must now find an emergency replacement.
August 9, 202608:42 AM
Liquid, 100 Thieves and BC.Game Reach EWC 2026 Playoffs
Liquid, 100 Thieves, BC.Game, BIG and HEROIC advanced to the EWC 2026 Open Qualifier playoffs. However, three headline teams landed in the same section of the bracket.
August 9, 202606:34 AM
Winio Went 25/25 on Day 1 of the EWC 2026 Open Qualifier
The Winio model correctly predicted the winner of all 25 matches it covered on Day 1 of the EWC 2026 Open Qualifier, finishing the day with 100% accuracy.
August 8, 202607:42 AM
Gentle Mates Officially Leave Counter-Strike as Roster Returns to Iberian Soul
Gentle Mates have officially exited Counter-Strike. Their former Spanish roster is back under the Iberian Soul tag and is competing in the Esports World Cup 2026 qualifier.
August 7, 202602:33 PM
30% of CS2 Future Tier-One Talent Comes From Russia — HLTV Prospects August 2026
Russia has 15 players in HLTV’s August 2026 Top 50 Prospects ranking. kl1m is #2, while qw1nk1, b1st, AW and kashl1d all sit inside the top 15.
August 7, 202607:02 AM
Apogee Beat Team Liquid to Win Stake Pulse Beat I
Betclic Apogee came from behind to defeat Team Liquid 2–1 in the Stake Pulse Beat I grand final and claim the $20,000 first prize.
August 6, 202604:48 AM
Perfecto Enters Free Agency: Can He Return to a Top CS2 Team?
Perfecto has officially left VP and entered free agency. We assess whether the Major winner can still strengthen a top-level CS2 roster.
August 5, 202602:48 PM
9z Overtake Vitality in Valve August 2026 CS2 Ranking
9z climbed to fourth place in Valve’s latest CS2 ranking, pushing Vitality outside the top four for the first time in two years.
August 5, 202607:34 AM
jL to Stand In for Vitality at BLAST Open Porto and PGL Masters Bucharest
jL could replace mezii at BLAST Open Porto and apEX at PGL Masters Bucharest. Here is how the stand-ins may affect Vitality.
August 4, 202609:55 AM
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The International 2026: Schedule, Standings and Results
The full TI 2026 schedule in UTC, Swiss stage teams, standings, match results, tournament format and playoff dates.
August 11, 202605:36 PM10 min
CS2 Team Rankings 2026: Valve VRS Top 30 and Monthly Changes
Latest CS2 Valve VRS rankings for August 2026: top 30 teams, points, monthly changes, biggest risers, and how the official system works.
August 11, 202605:05 AM10 min
Esports World Cup 2026 CS2: Teams, Rosters, Matches & Prize Pool
Complete EWC 2026 CS2 guide: dates, format, $2 million prize pool, all 32 teams and rosters, opening matches, favorites, and dark horses.
August 10, 202603:27 PM10 min
TI 2026 Fantasy Guide: Best Stats and Traits
Build a stronger Dota 2 Fantasy roster for The International 2026 with the best emblem stats, traits and reroll priorities for every position.
August 9, 202610:11 AM15 min
How to Set Up a CS2 Practice Server: Full CFG and Commands
Set up a CS2 practice server for grenade lineups, bots, wallbangs, and aim drills. Use a ready-made practice.cfg with unlimited ammo, money, round time, grenade preview, and useful binds.
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m0NESY CS2 Settings and Config
This guide covers m0NESY’s current CS2 settings, including mouse, crosshair, viewmodel, video and radar options. It also lists the monitor and equipment he uses for competitive play.
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Best CS2 Workshop Maps in 2026: Aim, Recoil and Grenades
The best CS2 Workshop maps for aim training, spray control, prefire, grenades, bhop and parkour. Includes Workshop ID and a ready-made warm-up routine.
August 6, 202602:23 PM10 min
How to kick bots CS2
This guide explains how to kick bots in CS2 and prevent them from spawning again. It also covers useful console commands, server settings and practical bot-control scenarios.
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How to Defuse in CS2
This guide explains how to defuse the bomb in CS2, including timing, mechanics and team coordination. It also covers advanced strategies and common mistakes that can cost you the round.
August 5, 202606:02 PM
EWC 2026 CS2 Qualifier: Groups, Favorites and Upset Picks
The EWC 2026 CS2 Last Chance Qualifier features 64 teams fighting for four spots. Explore the groups, favorites and potential upset candidates.
August 4, 202609:51 AM10 min
kyousuke CS2 Settings and Config
This guide covers kyousuke’s latest verified CS2 settings and configuration. It also explains how to apply them and distinguish current values from outdated setups.
August 4, 202602:50 AM
How To Fly In CS2
This guide explains how to fly in CS2 using the noclip command. It also shows how free movement can help you explore maps, study positions and improve map awareness.
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910 - CS2 player profile
Usukhbayar “910” Banzragch has become one of the most recognizable players in Asian Counter-Strike.
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mzinho - CS2 player profile
Ayush “mzinho” Batbold is part of the new generation of Mongolian Counter-Strike players powering The MongolZ’ rise in the CS2 era.
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Techno4K - CS2 player profile
Sodbayar “Techno4K” Munkhbold is one of the key pieces behind the rise of The Mongolz in the CS2 era.
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blitz - CS2 player profile
As captain and primary shot-caller, bLitz became the backbone of the Mongolz tier-one performance, a system built on structured defaults, efficient utility usage, and calculated mid-round adaptations.
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9Class - Dota 2 player profile
Edgar “9Class” Naltakyan is one of the most dynamic and creative supports on the modern professional Dota 2 scene.
March 20, 202603:14 PM
Dukalis - Dota 2 player profile
Dukalis is the captain and hard support for the PARIVISION team, and one of the most disciplined and strategically minded players in the global Dota 2 scene.
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