rain Discusses FaZe's Journey and Aspirations in ESL Pro League: Eyeing Revenge Against NAVI and Another Grand Slam

In the heat of the ESL Pro League Season 19 playoffs, Håvard "⁠rain⁠" Nygaard from FaZe shared insights, with HLTV, into the team's recent performance and their relentless ambition. Following decisive victories over Monte and NaVi, FaZe is focused on maintaining their momentum, with Team Vitality up next in the bracket.

rain expressed that despite their continuous appearances in grand finals since the advent of CS2, the team is not burdened by the pressure of expectations. They approach each game with a methodical mindset, emphasizing strategic play over succumbing to the hype of consecutive grand final streaks or the Intel Grand Slam title looming on the horizon.

The Norwegian rifler reflected on the personal satisfaction of defeating NAVI in the playoffs, viewing it as a fractional revenge for their Major loss. However, he humorously noted that it would take ten such victories for him to fully move past the Major defeat.

Discussing his role within the team, rain feels comfortable with the responsibilities set by their leader, karrigan. The transition in roles, particularly with the addition of frozen to the squad, has seen rain adapting to more dynamic in-game scenarios, aligning with frozen's aggressive playstyle to maintain team balance.

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Looking forward, rain is optimistic about their upcoming match against Vitality and their path in the tournament. He acknowledges the challenge but believes in FaZe's capability to overcome any team, underscored by their performance at the Major. With a potential third Intel Grand Slam title in sight, the team is determined yet pragmatic about their approach, aiming to win one game at a time.

Despite the jokes about their finals streak within the team, rain underscores that their ultimate goal remains to win, not just to reach the finals. The team's enduring success is driven by a blend of seasoned skill and a strategic approach to each match, setting FaZe apart as a formidable contender in the competitive CS2 scene.

Source: HLTV