FURIA Survive a Brazilian Brawl to Edge Past paiN in Hong Kong
Final Score: FURIA 2–1 paiN (Nuke 7–13, Overpass 13–6, Mirage 13–11)
This one was pure Brazilian chaos. Momentum swings, fiery clutches, and some of the loudest rounds we’ve seen so far in Hong Kong. FURIA barely escaped with a 2–1 victory over paiN in the BLAST Rivals opener, grinding through every map in trademark fashion.
paiN came in prepared, striking first on Nuke with cleaner executes and better utility work. Their structure and patience caught FURIA off guard early on. Exactly the kind of start we predicted in our CS2 betting tips. All paiN handicap bets ended up cashing, as FURIA once again struggled to get going early.
But once FalleN's crew found their footing, the game flipped. KSCERATO and yuurih came alive on Overpass, and by Mirage, molodoy joined in to deliver the final blow. It wasn’t clean, but it was enough to get past the first hurdle — and now that the rust is shaken off, FURIA should only improve from here.
Takeaway for Bettors:
FURIA’s slow start was expected, but their recovery showed why they remain one of Brazil’s most dangerous lineups. Expect sharper performances as they settle into the LAN environment. paiN, on the other hand, proved once again they’re an underdog with real bite — their structure and composure make them a reliable pick for CS2 odds and tight map spreads in upcoming events.
For those following our CS2bet.io Thunderpick predictions or betting on their own, this match was a reminder that early value often lies in reading momentum and matchup dynamics — especially when two regional rivals meet under pressure.