Joco Posted August 22, 2019 Author Share Posted August 22, 2019 1556008862.5423The event of the year that fans have been waiting for months is finally here. Starladder Major Main Qualifier is starting tomorrow. Here are my predictions for the beginning of the event.Round 1 Predictions:Vitality vs SymanWhile Vitality is the clear favorite in this opening match these two teams only faced each other once before - a year ago - in which game Syman came out on top in a closely contested map. This could indicate a close game here aswell especially after the long break. Handicap or over round bets looking great here.Odds are currently unavailable on Unibet.NRG Esports vs DeamEatersNRG usually does well against lower level opposition which is clearly shown here by the odds. DreamEaters could get a suprise start but NRG should come out on the top.NRG -6.5 @1.80 odds on UnibetG2 vs TylooWhile G2 is the favorite Tyloo cannot be underestimated as they usually have a decent start in major level competitions. Their aggressive style could catch G2 off-guard and steal away this map. However this will mainly depend on the map pick. If Tyloo gets to play on Inferno a live bet on them would be smart.Over 25.5 @1.75 odds on UnibetNorth vs INTZ eSportsINTZ is an up and coming brazilian team who did well to reach the main qualifiers however since then their form degraded. North should take this in a comfortable fashion.North -5.5 @1.75 odds on UnibetFURIA Esports vs HellraisersFURIA is currently the best brazilian team. On the other hand Hellraisers decent performances are long in the past and it is unlikely that they could fix all of their issues before the major.FURIA Esports to win @1.40 odds on Unibetmousesports vs forZeMouse has had an outstanding performance since the new additions and karrigan took over the in-game leadership. They are favorites to make it to even the latest stages of this major. That being said the in-form ForZe will be a tough nut the crack.mousesports to win @1.48 odds on UnibetAVANGAR vs Complexity GamingThe kazakh side is favored here as the newly formed col will be looking for experience here rather than anything much else.Avangar to win @1.57 odds on UnibetCr4zy vs GrayhoundWhile Grayhound is one of the best, if not the best, australian team currently this competition will be on another level for the aussies. Ex-Valiance or under their new name Cr4zy will be a tough opponent to start of their campaign.Cr4zy -4.5 @1.85 odds on Unibet 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joco Posted August 23, 2019 Author Share Posted August 23, 2019 Good start for the major.Unexpected results for the opening games. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joco Posted August 23, 2019 Author Share Posted August 23, 2019 Results:Vitality 8-16 SymanNo betNRG Esports 17-19 DeamEatersNRG -6.5 @1.80 odds on Unibet LOSTG2 16-10 TylooOver 25.5 @1.75 odds on Unibet LOSTNorth 16-5 INTZ eSportsNorth -5.5 @1.75 odds on Unibet WONFURIA Esports 16-6 HellraisersFURIA Esports to win @1.40 odds on Unibet WONmousesports 16-6 forZemousesports to win @1.48 odds on Unibet WONAVANGAR 16-13 Complexity GamingAvangar to win @1.57 odds on Unibet WONCr4zy 16-13 GrayhoundCr4zy -4.5 @1.85 odds on Unibet LOST 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joco Posted August 24, 2019 Author Share Posted August 24, 2019 Round 3 Predictions:AVANGAR vs HellraisersWhile Hellraisers picked up their first win in a while against Complexity, a much more confident AVANGAR side won't fall that easily.AVANGAR to win @1.43 odds on UnibetFURIA Esports vs forZeBoth teams are closely rated but FURIA is slightly favored here.FURIA Esports to win @1.65 odds on UnibetG2 Esports vs mousesportsG2 had the easier run to get their 2-0. On the other hand mousesports has been put to the test as they were forced to play overtime against AVANGAR. That should put Mousesports in a favorable position to make it to the New Legends stage here.mousesports to win @1.50 odds on UnibetComplexity Gaming vs TyLooTyloo had an unfortunate draw to begin this event but they should be good enough to keep their hopes alive against a weak COL side.Tyloo to win @1.87 odds on UnibetNorth vs CR4ZYAs both of these teams are in great form this match is certain to go to the distance.Over 2.5 @2.02 odds on UnibetGrayhound vs INTZ eSportsINTZ only managed to get 14 rounds in their 2 matches played. On the other hand Grayhound has shown some promising gamestyle that should put them ahead in this match.Grayhound to win @1.53 odds on Unibet 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joco Posted August 25, 2019 Author Share Posted August 25, 2019 Round 3 Results:AVANGAR 16-8 HellraisersAVANGAR to win @1.43 odds on Unibet WONFURIA Esports 10-16 forZeFURIA Esports to win @1.65 odds on Unibet LOSTG2 Esports 1-2 mousesportsmousesports to win @1.50 odds on Unibet WONComplexity Gaming 2-0 TyLooTyloo to win @1.87 odds on Unibet LOSTNorth 2-1 CR4ZYOver 2.5 @2.02 odds on Unibet WONGrayhound 2-1 INTZ eSportsGrayhound to win @1.53 odds on Unibet WON 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joco Posted August 25, 2019 Author Share Posted August 25, 2019 Round 4 Predictions:G2 Esports vs forZeG2 is the overwhelming favorite here as they barely lost to in a close game to mousesports yesterday.G2 Esports -1.5 @2.25 odds on UnibetFURIA Esports vs SymanThe odds are overwhelmingly in FURIA's favor but Syman could surprise and take at least 1 map away from the brazilians.No odds available on UnibetComplexity Gaming vs GrayhoundCOL finally shown us some life against a struggling Tyloo side. But they will have to show a lot more to beat the best aussie team.Grayhound to win @2.00 odds on UnibetNRG Esports vs AvangarExpect a close game between these two as they are around the similar level of skill.Over 2.5 @2.10 odds on UnibetDreamEaters vs CR4ZYCR4ZY had plenty of chances to qualify yesterday against North, but they failed to do so. This time around their opposition is much more weaker so this should be an easy ride to the New Legends stage.CR4ZY -1.5 @1.73 odds on UnibetTeam Vitality vs HellRaisersWhile Vitality's poor opening performance was suprising, it was expected from HellRaisers to lose most of their matches. That said Vitality should take this best of 3.Vitality -1.5 @1.73 odds on Unibet 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joco Posted August 26, 2019 Author Share Posted August 26, 2019 Round 4 ResultsG2 Esports 2-0 forZeG2 Esports -1.5 @2.25 odds on Unibet WONFURIA Esports 0-2 SymanNo odds available on UnibetComplexity Gaming 0-2 GrayhoundGrayhound to win @2.00 odds on Unibet WONNRG Esports 2-0 AvangarOver 2.5 @2.10 odds on Unibet LOSTDreamEaters 1-2 CR4ZYCR4ZY -1.5 @1.73 odds on Unibet LOSTTeam Vitality 2-0 HellRaisersVitality -1.5 @1.73 odds on Unibet WON 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joco Posted August 26, 2019 Author Share Posted August 26, 2019 Main Qualifier has been finalized as North, mousesports, G2, CR4ZY, NRG, AVANGAR, DreamEaters and Vitality have all qualified to the New Legends Stage of the Major.Both my high odds predictions - forZe and Grayhound - got close to qualification but eventually ended their run with 2-3 score each.The Main Event is set to start in a couple of days. Cannot wait to see how Astralis, ENCE, FaZe, Liquid, MIBR, Na'Vi, NiP and Renegades match up against the aforementioned New Legends. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joco Posted August 27, 2019 Author Share Posted August 27, 2019 Major Outright Winner PredictionThe favorite to take it all is Team Liquid but I think Astralis had more than enough time to get back into form. After some bad results and lack of tournament participation during the middle of the year, Astralis is going to be very motivated to protect their major title and get back their #1 spot in the world.Astralis @3.50 odds on UnibetAlso Unibet is running a promotion for the major. You can play it here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joco Posted August 28, 2019 Author Share Posted August 28, 2019 Starladder Major 2019 BerlinRound 1 Predictions:ENCE vs AVANGARThe outcome of this opening match might look straightforward on paper, but in reality it might just be a closer game than expected. AVANGAR had to go through the qualifiers to get to this stage which served as a good warm-up for the main event. On the other hand before the player break we have seen some mixed bag of results out of ENCE.Over 26.5 @1.90 odds on UnibetAstralis vs DreamEatersAstralis is the obvious favorite in the 3-0 Pick'Ems. But can DreamEaters upset the Danish Giants as they have already surprised everyone by just getting to this stage.DreamEaters +7.5 @1.73 odds on UnibetNRG Esports vs RenegadesRenegades has been on a bad form since losing some of their key players who made their previous major run possible. On the other hand NRG regained their form and looking like to start off well here.NRG Esports -4.5 @1.90 odds on UnibetTeam Liquid vs CR4ZYThe World #1 Team Liquid is facing off against currently the most in-form European mix team, CR4ZY. This game has a huge upset potential as CR4ZY is already warmed-up due to the qualifiers and Liquid might be jetlegged. Regardless this is looking like to be the match of the day so make sure you watch it!CR4ZY to win @4.25 odds on UnibetTeam Vitality vs NorthWhile Vitality looked vulnerable during their qualifiers run and barely managed to get through with a 3-2 record, North more or less easily got past the competition with a 3-0 record. North should take this in a close match but Zywoo certainly a factor that says otherwise.North to win @1.95 odds on UnibetFaZe Clan vs mousesportsHere we go again with the grudge match-up between these 2 teams. So far mousesports proven that they are the far more superior team right now. Can FaZe strike back?@mousesports to win @1.57 odds on UnibetNatus Vincere vs G2 EsportsG2 is looking well posed to make it to the later stages of the competition. On the other hand Na'Vi has been a huge question mark for a while now regarding their team issues and preparations. The french should be able to get past the CIS team unless s1mple happens.G2 Esports to win @2.25 odds on UnibetMIBR vs Ninjas in PyjamasAnother great match between teams who have had their glorious times but now find themself struggling to get results. 50-50 match on paper and it certainly could go either way.Under 26.5 @1.85 odds on Unibet. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joco Posted August 28, 2019 Author Share Posted August 28, 2019 Starladder Major 2019 BerlinRound 1 Results:ENCE vs AVANGAROver 26.5 @1.90 odds on Unibet LOSTAstralis 16-9 DreamEatersDreamEaters +7.5 @1.73 odds on Unibet WONNRG Esports 16-14 RenegadesNRG Esports -4.5 @1.90 odds on Unibet LOSTTeam Liquid 16-9 CR4ZYCR4ZY to win @4.25 odds on Unibet LOSTTeam Vitality 16-9 NorthNorth to win @1.95 odds on Unibet LOSTFaZe Clan 16-8 mousesportsmousesports to win @1.57 odds on Unibet LOSTNatus Vincere 17-19 G2 EsportsG2 Esports to win @2.25 odds on Unibet WONMIBR 16-12 Ninjas in PyjamasUnder 26.5 @1.85 odds on Unibet LOST Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joco Posted August 29, 2019 Author Share Posted August 29, 2019 Day 2 Predictions:Renegades vs AvangarRenegades played well in their opening match but ended up losing to NRG in a closely contested game. On the other hand Avangar had seemingly no answer to ENCE's prowess. Their H2H result is also makes the aussies the favorite on paper. Can Avangar deny the bookies?Avangar to win @2.70 odds on UnibetNatus Vincere vs DreamEatersNaVi had 2 opportunities to close out their opening match against G2 at 15-13 but ended up losing in overtime, which doesn't bode well with their major hopes. DreamEaters despite having to play against one of the best teams in the world, Astralis, they felt threatening throughout the match and did well to get 9 rounds on board. There is a huge upset potential here if you fancy high odds.DreamEaters +5.5 @1.85 odds on UnibetNinjas in Pyjamas vs CR4ZYCR4ZY played well against Liquid, but understandibly so still ended up losing to the best team in the world. On the other hand NiP hasn't show us enough to have any faith in them. The outcome of this match looks straightforward.CR4ZY -3.5 @1.70 odds on UnibetNorth vs mousesportsMatch of the day candidate as both of these teams play some exciting top tier CS. North despite having the opportunity of playing one of their best maps, Inferno, still ended up falling prey to Vitality. Mousesports were shocked by a surprisingly strong FaZe performance. Can they bounce back here?mousesports to win @1.53 odds on UnibetTeam Liquid vs NRG EsportsLiquid just cannot seem to lose at the moment. Does NRG stand a chance to achive an unlikely upset?NRG Esports +5.5 @1.80 odds on UnibetFaZe Clan vs Team VitalityFaZe surprised everyone with how well they played in their opening match against mousesports while Vitality is also back on track after their poor performance in the main qualifier. Expect a closely contested match of the day.Over 26.5 rounds @1.85 odds on UnibetENCE vs MIBRENCE had an easy time against Avangar and favorite to take this one aswell. MIBR played well in their opening game against NiP, but this match is going to be a much more difficult task...ENCE -4.5 @1.85 odds on UnibetAstralis vs G2 EsportsEven though Astralis is the clear favorite in this match, if G2 plays to their best of ability, the french could upset the danish giants here. While that's uncertain ths map is likely to go to the distance regardless.Over 25.5 @1.73 odds on Unibet 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joco Posted August 29, 2019 Author Share Posted August 29, 2019 Day 3 Results:Renegades 13-16 AvangarAvangar to win @2.70 odds on Unibet WONNatus Vincere 16-7 DreamEatersDreamEaters +5.5 @1.85 odds on Unibet LOSTNinjas in Pyjamas 10-16 CR4ZYCR4ZY -3.5 @1.70 odds on Unibet WONNorth 13-16 mousesportsmousesports to win @1.53 odds on Unibet WONTeam Liquid 9-16 NRG EsportsNRG Esports +5.5 @1.80 odds on Unibet WONFaZe Clan 7-16 Team VitalityOver 26.5 rounds @1.85 odds on Unibet LOSTENCE 16-8 MIBRENCE -4.5 @1.85 odds on Unibet WONAstralis 16-7 G2 EsportsOver 25.5 @1.73 odds on Unibet LOST Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joco Posted August 30, 2019 Author Share Posted August 30, 2019 Day 4 Predictions:Natus Vincere vs mousesports (!)Na'Vi is the slight favorite on paper but in reality mousesports has currently more potential with their young line-up. Expect a close game with the european mix coming out on top.mousesports to win @2.15 odds on UnibetTeam Liquid vs AvangarYesterday Liquid were upset by NRG due to being overconfident in their map pool. On the other hand Avangar was able to defy the odds against Renegades. That being said this is a whole different level of competition so expect the same short of score as in the kazakhs opening game against ENCE.Team Liquid -6.5 @1.75 odds on UnibetFaZe Clan vs CR4ZY (!)Niko's team vs Niko's cousin's team. FaZe did well to upset mousesports in their opening game but then fallen short against a well prepared Vitality yesterday. CR4ZY did well to bounce back from their loss against Liquid and defeated NiP. The odds are exactly even which suggests a close game. It is definitely going to be a brawl but I fancy CR4ZY here with their younger players.CR4ZY to win @1.87 odds on UnibetMIBR vs G2 EsportsMIBR is still forced to play with their coach but despite that brazilians have been able to show us a decent enough perfomance which might just be enough to upset G2 in this bo1.Over 25.5 rounds @1.90 odds on UnibetRenegades vs DreamEatersOdds are surprisingly still in favor of Renegades despite their loss to Avangar. DreamEaters have had an unlucky draw so far but Renegades is certainly a team they can overcome in this bo3 elimination match.DreamEaters @2.50 odds on UnibetENCE vs Team Vitality (!)This looks like to be another great matchup between 2 recent additions to the top tier of CSGO. Both of these teams seem likely to reach the knockout stage regardless of the outcome of this match.Over 2.5 maps @2.00 odds on UnibetNinjas in Pyjamas vs NorthBoth of these teams had a difficult opening to this event with 2 straight losses to their names. As this is an elimination match with the risk of losing their legend status expect them to give their all here.Over 2.5 maps @2.40 odds on UnibetAstralis vs NRG Esports (!)This is going to be a closer game than the odds might suggest at first glance as these teams have a 2-2 H2H record against each other. NRG has just upset the world #1 Liquid so they could potentially do the same to Astralis though this is now a bo3 match so it's less likely to happen.Astralis to win 2-0 @2.00 odds on Unibet I marked the games that I suggest you to watch with exclamation marks (!). 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joco Posted August 30, 2019 Author Share Posted August 30, 2019 Day 4 Results:Natus Vincere vs mousesportsmousesports to win @2.15 odds on Unibet WONTeam Liquid vs AvangarTeam Liquid -6.5 @1.75 odds on Unibet LOSTFaZe Clan vs CR4ZYCR4ZY to win @1.87 odds on Unibet WONMIBR vs G2 EsportsOver 25.5 rounds @1.90 odds on Unibet LOSTRenegades vs DreamEatersDreamEaters @2.50 odds on Unibet LOSTENCE vs Team VitalityOver 2.5 maps @2.00 odds on Unibet LOSTNinjas in Pyjamas vs NorthOver 2.5 maps @2.40 odds on Unibet LOSTAstralis vs NRG EsportsAstralis to win 2-0 @2.00 odds on Unibet LOSTThat Astralis vs NRG game was crazy with quad overtime.Another bad streak of results. But at least my live betting was profitable though. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joco Posted August 31, 2019 Author Share Posted August 31, 2019 Day 5 Predictions:MIBR vs Natus VincereMIBR were trashed in their previous 2 games, so this match-up doesn't look good for them. While Na'Vi is also in the 1-2 list of teams their losses come from very close overtime rounds.Map 1 Natus Vincere -6.5 rounds @1.85 odds on UnibetG2 Esports vs AvangarAvangar surprised everyone with their win against Team Liquid, can they also upset the french giants?Over 2.5 maps @2.20 odds on UnibetFaZe Clan vs RenegadesWhile Renegades could put up a good fight, the odds are clearly in favor of FaZe.FaZe Clan to win @1.50 odds on UnibetVitality vs mousesportsExpect a great match between these two top teams, but seeing as Vitality couldn't put up a fight against ENCE they are unlikely to beat mousesports here.mousesports to win @1.87 odds on UnibetLiquid vs NorthLiquid unexpectedly so is in danger of an early exit from the major. Fortunately for them elimination matches are played as bo3s so they have the chance to remedy the situation as they should be able to get past a North team that hasn't been playing at their best.Under 2.5 maps @1.52 odds on UnibetAstralis vs CR4ZYAstralis was upset by a strong NRG performance yesterday. Even then they are still expected to make it to the play-offs unless another upset happens. Can CR4ZY beat Astralis in a bo3?Astralis to win 2-0 @1.85 odds on Unibet 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joco Posted September 2, 2019 Author Share Posted September 2, 2019 Results: 2 wins 4 losses.The Major is going to continue on Thursday with the top 8 play-offs. Stay tuned and hopefully my tips will improve from the last couple of days bad streak of luck. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joco Posted September 5, 2019 Author Share Posted September 5, 2019 The wait is finally over! The 1st quarter-final of the major is starting soon.Thursday Quarter-FinalsToday's matches compared to tomorrow's are certainly less interesting. At least that's what the bookies want us to think by placing both ENCE and Vitality as overwhelming favorites in the odds. But both Renegades and Avangar shown us that they got enough skill to get this far into the play-offs. So expect a fight out of themRenegades +1.5 @1.85 odds on UnibetAvangar +1.5 @1.95 odds on UnibetFriday Quarter-FinalsCan't wait to see Astralis and Liquid duke it out once again for the top team spot. Also Na'Vi and NRG matchup looks like an interesting contest between the two, as NRG has shown a dominant performance in the group stage while Na'Vi has finally given us some sign of life yet.Astralis to win @2.05 odds on UnibetNRG to win @1.72 odds on Unibet 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joco Posted September 6, 2019 Author Share Posted September 6, 2019 Quarter-Finals Results:Renegades 2-0 ENCERenegades +1.5 @1.85 odds on Unibet WONAvangar 2-1 VitalityAvangar +1.5 @1.95 odds on Unibet WONAstralis 2-0 LiquidAstralis to win @2.05 odds on Unibet WONNRG 2-0 Na'ViNRG to win @1.72 odds on Unibet WONThese were some entertaining matches to watch with Renegades and Avangar taking upset victory over their respective opponents. NRG has shown a dominant form in this tournament, while my pick, Astralis is looking like their old self. At this point any one of the aforementioned four teams could win it all. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MadaV Posted September 7, 2019 Share Posted September 7, 2019 Nice thread @Joco . Do you have any google sheets or something like that to track your progres, P/L ? It would be very nice to see some stats.Keep up the good work! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joco Posted September 7, 2019 Author Share Posted September 7, 2019 @MadaV wrote: Nice thread @Joco . Do you have any google sheets or something like that to track your progres, P/L ? It would be very nice to see some stats.Keep up the good work!Thanks. I don't have a sheet, but I can see how it is a good idea, so I might make one in the future. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joco Posted September 7, 2019 Author Share Posted September 7, 2019 Renegades vs AVANGAR Live Prediction:1st map, Mirage:As it is Renegades pick, they are the favorites here. They shown almost a perfect T side and generally great understanding against ENCE yesterday. On the other hand Avangar defeated Vitality on this map in a pretty comfortable fashion but the aussies should come out on top with their better win percentage.Renegades to win 1st map @1.60 odds on Unibet2nd map, Dust2:One of Avangar's best maps to play right now. Jame is probably the best awp player on the server and that bodes well for this map. So Avangar should be able to take their pick as Renegades barely played this map recently.Avangar to win 2nd map @1.60 odds on Unibet3rd map, Train:Neither team could be called proficient on Train, however their h2h history favors Renegades on this map. Despite that this should be a close decider if it comes to.Renegades to win 3rd map - @TBA odds on Unibet 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joco Posted September 7, 2019 Author Share Posted September 7, 2019 NRG vs Astralis Live Prediction:1st map, Train:The last time they played this map at this event, NRG managed to come out on top with a close, almost 2 maps worth 31-28 overtime victory. Expect another close game here.NRG to win @3.10 odds on Unibet2nd map, Overpass:Overpass once again looks like to be a comfort pick for Astralis. The danes should take this.Astralis to win 2nd map @1.50 odds on Unibet3rd map, Nuke:Nuke used to be Astralis' best map during their dominant era. But since then they lost to multiple teams on this map including NRG. Can they once again make Nuke their stronghold?Astralis to win 3rd map - @TBA odds on Unibet 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joco Posted September 8, 2019 Author Share Posted September 8, 2019 Semi-Final Results:Avangar 2-0 RenegadesRenegades to win 1st map @1.60 odds on Unibet LOSTAvangar to win 2nd map @1.60 odds on Unibet WONAstralis 2-0 NRGNRG to win 1st map @3.10 odds on Unibet LOSTAstralis to win 2nd map @1.50 odds on Unibet WON 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joco Posted September 8, 2019 Author Share Posted September 8, 2019 Final Predictions: Avangar vs AstralisAvangar has done well to get to this point, but aside from a miracle to happen, this game is going to be a very difficult task for them. That said another kazakh team has won a major before; Gambit won PGL Major 2017 in Krakow while they had Adren on their roster.Astralis shown a dominant performance against NRG in the semi-finals reminisent of their form of last year when they were close to impossible to beat. If they show up like that once again, which is likely, they are surely to take their 3rd major title in a row.Astralis to win 2-0 @1.60 odds on UnibetMost kills in the Match: Xyp9x @9.00 odds on Unibet 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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