drop on Brazilian success: I think we are growing as a region and as a country
Could the Shanghai Major be the start of a new Brazilian era in Counter-Strike?
Brazilian Counter-Strike has entered a new era of hope and resurgence as MIBR comfortably defeated FlyQuest 2-0 to secure their place in the Elimination Stage of the ongoing Perfect World Shanghai Major. This historic moment sees MIBR joining paiN and FURIA, marking the first time three Brazilian teams have reached this stage in a Major tournament.
For a scene that has struggled to replicate the heights of 2016, when SK Gaming and Luminosity Gaming claimed back-to-back Major titles with Brazilian lineups, this achievement symbolizes a potential revival. Speaking about this historic milestone, André 'drop' Abreu, one of MIBR's key players, reflected on the team’s success and the state of Brazilian Counter-Strike.
"We Are the Top 3 Brazilian Teams Right Now"
Drop expressed pride in MIBR’s accomplishment and highlighted the competitive spirit among Brazil’s top teams:
“It feels really great. I would say that we are the top 3 Brazilian teams right now. I can’t tell you who are top 1, 2 or 3, but maybe the next stage can show us, who is the better team.”
This friendly rivalry among MIBR, paiN, and FURIA reflects a healthy competition that could drive all three teams to new heights in the international Counter-Strike scene. As they prepare for the next stage, the teams have an opportunity to prove who truly deserves the top spot in Brazilian CS2.
A Growing Region Full of Talent
Beyond the immediate success, drop also spoke about the broader development of Brazilian Counter-Strike:
“Overall for Brazil I think we are growing up as a region and as a country of course, so there is a lot of talent, so if we can work it out and keep it going we can maybe win some trophies in the next years.”
This statement underlines the potential of Brazil as a fertile ground for Counter-Strike talent. While the current trio of teams is making waves, drop’s optimism suggests a bright future for younger players and emerging teams from the region.
The Path Ahead
MIBR’s decisive victory against FlyQuest began with a dominant 13-4 performance on Nuke, followed by a convincing 13-5 win on Inferno. These results showcased the team’s strategic preparation and individual brilliance, qualities they will need to carry into the next phase of the Major.
As the Elimination Stage approaches, all eyes will be on Brazil’s representatives to see if they can push even further and potentially bring a Major trophy back to a region hungry for international glory. For now, MIBR’s success stands as a testament to the resurgence of Brazilian Counter-Strike and the dedication of its players to elevate their scene back to the top.
