IEM KATOWICE MINOR THOUGHTS

So,
we do have 4 matchups, 2x Asia minor, 2x Americas minor, 2x upper, 2x lower bracket matches.

Asia minor upper bracket is the all Australian match up Renegades vs. Grayhound.
 The initial matchup went Renegades way like everyone expected, 2:0 easy one. Actually it wasn't that easy, both scorelines are super tight: 16:14 on Cache, Renegades pick and 19:17 on Mirage, the pick of Grayhound, to be honest, Grayhound will for sure watch the demo and take something out of it, the players will hopefully be fresh and motivated, there is nothing more, but a spot at the major qualifier up to grab.
I'm sure they'll do their research and take everything out of it.
To be honest, I think that they have an excellent chance to beat Renegades, it will come down to the map vote and what the decider will be.

Asia minor lower bracket is ViCi vs. MVP

What a matchup, the last time these two met was at ESL Pro league online.
ViCi took the series 2:1, this one is super exciting, and I'm keen to see what those two will do.
It's pretty hard to choose a winner in this one for me,
It's not that simple, but if you're taking a look at the betting odds this one is definitely in favor of MVP, we will see what those to have in mind for us.

Americas upper bracket is NRG vs. Furia

What an exciting match!
I'm super hyped for that game. Actually, NRG should take this one, but Furia is better than the most think, they beat INTZ 2:1, and at this minor, the Brazilians are stepping up!
Still, I think that NRG will take this one, their play style around Cerq is, and this guy is a beast with the big green one! If Furia can find a way to show Cerq the Exit door, this one is going to be a fantastic game!

Americas lower bracket is Envy vs. INTZ
INTZ got knocked down in the lower bracket from Furia and Envy didn't stand a chance against NRG, though they had a ragging JDM at the server.
If JDM could repeat his performance and his teammates start hitting shots, Envy will crush the Brazilians.
INTZ does have some great individuals on their team, if we see the same Envy as today, the Brazilians will take the series I'm sure!
This matchup will be decided which time does get the better start and which team will put up a better form, though Karrigan should never be underestimated!

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