NiP besegrar FaZe med 13:8 på Overpass i Budapest Major Stage 1

NiP continue their surprising run at StarLadder Budapest Major Stage 1, taking down FaZe Clan 13:8 on Overpass. Despite a strong start from FaZe and an attempted comeback after the side swap, NiP regained control in the decisive moments and closed out the map, sending the tournament favorites to the 1-2 bracket and putting them one step away from elimination.

Overpass (13:8 NiP)

The match on Overpass began with solid defensive rounds from FaZe. However, by the end of the first half, NiP managed to withstand the pressure and secured an 8:4 lead. Switching to the T side, FaZe once again found early success, winning the first three rounds. That advantage gave them good economy and a real chance to turn the match around, but NiP quickly regained momentum and closed the map 13:8.

Match MVP

The best player of Overpass was xKacpersky, whose aggressive T-side play and a crucial clutch round helped NiP secure this important win.

FaZe Clan, predicted by many Pick’Em users to finish 3-0, now fall to the 1-2 bracket and remain one loss away from elimination. NiP, meanwhile, continue to impress and move forward into the 2-1 bracket. StarLadder Budapest Major Stage 1 takes place from November 24 to 27, featuring 16 teams competing for eight spots in the second stage.