Just a quick post about these NA matches.

We have seen these games play regularly the past few weeks and are very familiar with their performances/players so there's no need to go into any details about that.


SDKC v AREA 51

Map: Dust 2

Format: Best of 1

Both teams have been on a massive losing streak and getting destroyed frequently. However SKDC is still the better team here with players like jdm64 who is a beast with awping on Dust 2 and Relyks and Els. SKDC showed their ability on this map with a win over Counter Logic Gaming a few weeks ago, although that was without Tarik playing. While you look at Area 51 and they've had summit rejoin after being kicked. Sure, he's a good player that is always top fragging and carrying his team but I think at this point there is probably more communication and motivation in an average match making game.

PREDICTION

This match will likely end in a stomp with a score of something ridiculous like 16-3 or something. I think SKDC have an easy win here and recommend a medium to high bet.


LIQUID vs COUNTER LOGIC GAMING

Map: Dust 2

Format: Best of 1

Both are top teams in the NA scene at the moment and been getting some impressive wins. However CLG is clearly the more superior team and have been on a winning streak because of their practising in preparation for ESL Major. In comparison, I feel like Liquid often requires Adren or Nitro to carry the team and if Adren loses to the awp duel against Ptr then the round may well be over in this match. CLG showed their talent on this map with an impressing win against Titan at ESL qualifiers with Tarik taking a 4 kill in B on an eco round. Also never forget Tarik Cereal Killer.

PREDICTION

Liquid will likely to give CLG a run for their money but the game will ultimately be CLG's. I recommend a medium to high bet on CLG.