We met with B8 player, Dmytro “esenthial” Tsvir, after their sensational victory over Falcons in the second stage of the BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025. In an exclusive interview for Bo3.gg, he shared how they managed to outplay the favorites, what helped the team dominate on the Ancient map, and why they didn't feel pressure before the match.

In this match, most considered Falcons as the favorites. Did you have any extra motivation to prove that you can compete at the level of teams like Falcons?

We didn't have any extra motivation; for me, it was just a match that needed to be won, no matter who you're playing against. I didn't think about it, I just played.

Many expected an easy start for Falcons and picked them for 3-0 in pick'ems. How satisfying is it to defy expectations and start the tournament with such a loud victory?

It was nice to win against Falcons, mess up people's pick'ems, and that's it.

Today you showed a very confident game on Ancient – how confident were you on this map before the match?

The confident game was because it's our strong map, and they didn't play very well, which was evident. They weren't exactly in form. That's how it turned out.

What were your emotions when Falcons started to come back?

There were no emotions when they started to come back. And they didn't start to come back, let's start with that. Everything was under control, no emotions. Again, there was no comeback; we just outplayed them.

Playing against a lineup like Falcons is always a challenge. Did you feel any pressure before the match, and how did you manage to stay focused?

There was no pressure; it was just an ordinary match for us, and that's it.

What would you like to say to your fans and those who might have underestimated you before this game?

Thank you to all the fans; we wish you only health and success in life!