In a key clash, MaSvAl and tenzy led Magic with high ratings while sFade8 controlled the CT side, and for 3DMAX, Kursy and Lucky posted top frags but could not convert them into map wins.

Magic defeated 3DMAX 2-0 to advance in the EWC Group D lower bracket, avenging a prior BLAST Bounty Round of 32 loss.

3DMAX struggled to gain a foothold on Ancient as Magic countered each gun round, and the team later faltered on the CT side across the remaining maps.

Lucky said post-match that 3DMAX were confident with a solid plan, but the performance fell short, leaving him disappointed and frustrated.

Magic jumped to an early Dust2 lead, recovering from an 8-4 half with a 7-0 run, as MaSvAl posted a 1.86 rating and a +9.73% swing.

In the second half, Magic kept the pressure and closed out Dust2 through standout plays from mo0N and tenzy, delivering a dominant CT-side performance.

Context notes include a prior loss to Magic at BLAST Bounty Round of 32; this win marks Magic taking revenge and moving forward in the tournament.