G2 Qualifies for the Playoffs of IEM Cologne 2024 after defeating paiN

G2 has secured a place in the IEM Cologne 2024 playoffs after a confident victory over paiN in the final of the bottom bracket of Group A. The Brazilian team is forced to leave the tournament after losing with a score of 0-2.

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The course of the match

The match consisted of two maps - Nuke and Mirage. G2 started with a confident game on Nuke, where they finished the match with a score of 13-6. On this map, Ilya "m0NESY" Osipov impressed with his play, gaining 19 frags and showing a rating of 7.2, which secured him the MVP title. He was supported by other team members: NiKo with a good rating and mAlbsMd with also gave good game. paiN, despite the efforts of lux, who received the highest rating in his team - 6.8, could not find a way to success on this map.

The second map, Mirage, was even more one-sided. G2 confidently dominated, finishing the game with a score of 13-1. All of G2's players showed excellent play, especially NiKo and m0NESY, who were on top of their game again. Mirage was a real test for paiN, and the Brazilian team was unable to take a single round in the second half of the match. Their game on Mirage was inconclusive, with the highest rating of only 5.2 for the team.

G2's performance and the significance of the win

This victory is of great significance for G2 as it secures them a place in the playoffs of one of the most prestigious tournaments in the Counter-Strike world. G2 has demonstrated a high level of training and skill, which makes them one of the favorites to compete for the grand prize. G2 fans are looking forward to seeing the team's further performances in the playoffs, where they will compete against the strongest teams in the world.

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Result

G2 defeat paiN with a score of 2-0 and advance to the playoffs of IEM Cologne 2024, while paiN ends their journey at the tournament at the group stage. For G2, this is not just a victory, but a confident step forward in their fight for the championship title.

G2 is looking forward to the playoffs, where they will face the strongest opponents, including teams from the top bracket. Success in this match gives them the confidence they need to continue their fight.