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3DMAX vs Team Liquid Betting Tips – Team Liquid Looking for a Bounce-Back

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Last updated: Wed 20 May 2026 12:24
3DMAX and Team Liquid are set for a high-stakes clash at the CS Asia Championships, with both teams seeking survival in Group B's lower bracket after opening losses. While 3DMAX have beaten Liquid twice already this season, Team Liquid's return of key player malbsMd could make this matchup more competitive than past encounters. Streams are available on major platforms. Despite recent struggles, Liquid's improved roster means a closer game is likely, though 3DMAX remain favorites based on head-to-head form.
Tit Krajnik 20 May 2026
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  • 3DMAX vs Team Liquid Counter-Strike 2 betting preview and tips for Thursday, May 21, on the second day of CS Asia Championships 2026 (11:00 CST)
  • Both teams slipped on day one of the tournament
  • Team Liquid are without their key player
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3DMAX vs Team Liquid Betting Predictions


3DMAX and Team Liquid will fight for survival at CS Asia Championships on Thursday, May 21, in the lower bracket of Group B, after the two Counter-Strike 2 squads slipped in the opening round.
3DMAX had to admit defeat to MIBR, whereas Team Liquid got outclassed by PARIVISION on Wednesday. However, in Liquid’s defence, they had to play with their coach due to visa issues of one of their star players, so they deserve some slack.

With a 0-2 H2H record, Team Liquid are expected to struggle on Thursday. However, with mablsMd’s return, they should perform better than they did on Wednesday, suggesting a closer, more competitive series is likely on the cards.

  • 3DMAX have beaten Liquid twice before this season
  • Liquid welcome back malbsMd
  • A closer game is not out of the question

3DMAX Have Beaten Liquid Twice This Season


3DMAX and Team Liquid have met twice this season, with both games ending in 3DMAX’s favour.

  • 3DMAX 2-0 Team Liquid – March 5, 2026
  • 3DMAX 2-0 Team Liquid – April 14, 2026

Where to Watch 3DMAX vs Team Liquid Live?


Broadcasts of the clash between 3DMAX and Team Liquid are available on all major online streaming platforms. Alternatively, free CS Asia Championships streams can be found on Stake and other prominent bookmakers, along with in-play markets.

  1. Visit Stake
  2. Register on Stake with promo code NEWBONUS or log in
  3. Navigate to the CS2 tab and find CS Asia Championships markets
  4. Open the live stream and watch in-play markets

3DMAX Can Feel Confident


3DMAX entered the CS Asia Championships with a point to prove, following some less-than-inspiring performances in recent CS2 tournaments.

While the French squad placed fourth at PGL Bucharest in April, they’ve since finished last at Intel Extreme Masters Rio, suggesting that their run in Romania was nothing more than a fluke.

Despite high ambitions, 3DMAX lost to MIBR in the opening round of this tournament, with 9-13 on Anubis. In their defence, MIBR are not a weak team, but the loss was a tough one, especially for Maka and Graviti, who posted sub-0.87 performance ratings.

On a more positive note, misutaaa had an excellent day, with 1.41, and is a man to watch.

3DMAX Squad & Team News


3DMAX have not announced any roster changes.

  • Lucas "Lucky" Chastang
  • Pierre "Ex3rcice" Bulinge
  • Bryan "Maka" Canda
  • Filip "Graviti" Branković
  • Kévin "misutaaa" Rabier

Team Liquid Need To Find Traction


Team Liquid travelled to China in terrible shape, and they’ve not managed to bounce back, losing their opening game of the tournament against PARIVISION.

The game ended 9-13, with PARIVISION justifying their tag as favourites. However, it is important to note that Team Liquid had to play with their coach in place of malbsMd, who missed day one of the CS Asia Championships due to visa issues.

Yet even without their key player, Liquid proved very competitive against a strong team, so it is fair to feel optimistic about them and their chances to show up on Thursday.

Team Liquid Squad & Team News


Team Liquid announced had to play with their coach on Wednesday, due to malbsMd’s visa issues. That, however, has now been resolved. 

  • Keith "NAF" Markovic
  • Roland "ultimate" Tomkowiak
  • Kamil "siuhy" Szkaradek
  • Jonathan "EliGE" Jablonowski
  • Mario "malbsMd" Samayoa

Verdict

3DMAX have beaten Team Liquid twice before this season, and are expected to go 3-0 up in the head-to-head. Considering Liquid’s form ahead of CS Asia Championships, that is not shocking; however, Liquid played relatively well against PARIVISION despite missing their star player.

With malbsMd back in the roster, things are looking up for Liquid, who have appeared stronger than they were perceived ahead of the tournament.

While Liquid have a lot more to prove, they have looked solid enough despite the handicap, to believe they can keep this game close.

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