We can’t wait for the Thunderpick World Championship (TWC) South American Qualifier 2 to begin! As we prepare for the event, we invite you to join us and get hyped to watch some of the region’s best Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) teams compete for a single spot at the Main Event.
Let’s discuss the tournament format and schedule, the teams competing, and how to watch all the action. We’ll finish our guide with CS2 betting predictions, revealing our top four picks.
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TWC SA Qualifier 2 Schedule & Format
The TWC SA Qualifier 2 is an online event on the South American servers from July 17-22, 2024. In a single-elimination bracket, 16 teams from the region will compete for glory and that one coveted spot at the Main Event of the Thunderpick World Championship 2024.
All matches in the single-elimination playoffs bracket are best-of-three, leaving little room for error and creating an intense atmosphere. After all, CS2 esports fans were treated to some nail-biting action and incredible moments at the TWC SA Qualifier 1, where Imperial narrowly defeated the 9z Team in the Grand Final.
Check out our dedicated CS2 section for match start times in your region.
How To Watch TWC SA Qualifier 2
At Thunderpick, our CS2 section is an all-in-one live betting experience. Simply click the “Live” tab and select the camera icon of any TWC NA Qualifier 2 match you want to watch. The embedded live stream will appear on your screen as well as our betslip.
We’re constantly updating the betslip to bring you the latest odds based on what’s happening in a match. Alternatively, you can catch all the TWC South American Qualifier 2 action on Twitch or YouTube.
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Teams Competing In TWC SA Qualifier 2
The TWC 2024 SA Qualifier 2 features 16 teams from the South American region. The winner will earn a spot in the Main Event and $20,000, while the runner-up will win $5,000. You can see all of the competing teams listed below.
- paiN Gaming
- Fluxo
- Case Esports
- Bounty Hunters Esports
- BESTIA
- Galorys
- Hype Esports
- inSanitY Sports
- Intense Game
- Sharks Esports
- KRÜ Esports
- ODDIK
- RED Canids
- Team Solid
- Vikings KR
- w7m esports
Despite finishing 2nd in the first TWC 2024 SA Qualifier, 9z Team is not competing in this event.
Our Predictions For TWC SA Qualifier 2
The TWC SA Qualifier 2 is one of the first CS2 esports events following the player break, promising exciting CS2 matches. However, following dozens of high-profile roster changes during the player break, it can be tough to put together predictions for the event. With diligent research fueled by a lot of hype, we’ve risen to the challenge to bring you our top four predictions for the TWC SA Qualifier 2 event.
Please note: Our TWC 2024 SA Qualifier 2 predictions are based on player and team form, HLTV rankings, historical data, stats heading into the event, performance at the SA Qualifier 1, and a healthy dose of the author’s expert opinion. Under no circumstances should readers interpret this analysis as betting advice. Past performance does not guarantee future outcomes. Always gamble responsibly.
1. paiN Gaming
Despite paiN Gaming not participating in the first South American qualifier, we’ve picked the Brazilian side as the favorites to win the TWC SA Qualifier 2. They’re the highest-ranked team competing at the event, boasting a solid lineup and an experienced IGL.
In particular, paiN Gaming added the young prospect João “snow” Vinicius to its starting lineup this past May. The Brazilian rifler shows much promise, and we can’t wait to see how he’ll perform at the TWC SA Qualifier 2.
paiN Gaming roster:
- Lucas “lux” Meneghini
- Kaue “kauez” Kaschuk
- Lucas “nqz” Soares
- João “snow” Vinicius
- Rodrigo “biguzera” Bittencourt (IGL)
- Henrique “rikz” Waku (Coach)
2. RED Canids
Just after the first TWC SA Qualifier finished, RED Candis signed the legendary AWPer and Major winner, coldzera, who’s considered one of the best Counter-Strike players to ever pick up the Big Green. By adding such a talented player to their team, RED Candis is easily one of the top contenders. Also, they’re on the opposite side of the bracket from paiN Gaming, which only increases their chances of reaching the Grand Final.
RED Canids roster:
- Marcelo “coldzera” David
- Carlos “venomzera” Dias Junior
- Wesley “hardzao” Lopes
- David “dav1deuS” Tapia
- Gabriel “nython” Lino (IGL)
- João “righi” Righi (Coach)
3. Fluxo
At the first TWC SA Qualifier, Fluxo finished in 3rd/4th place. On May 9, 2024, the squad added nicks and arT to its roster. The latter is, of course, one of the greatest Brazilian entry fraggers of all time. With arT taking up the leadership role, there’s a solid chance Fluxo could win the TWC SA Qualifier 2.
We’ve decided to go for a 3rd/4th place prediction, though, because Fluxo is on the same side of the bracket as paiN Gaming. Plus, historically, it takes sides a few months to adjust to new in-game leadership.
Fluxo roster:
- Lucas “Lucaozy” Neves
- Romeu “zevy” Rocco
- Richard “chayJESUS” Seidy
- Nicollas “nicks” Polonio
- Andrei “arT” Piovezan (IGL)
- Marcos “tacitus” Castilho (Coach)
4. Sharks Esports
Sharks Esports impressed at the TWC SA Qualifier 1. They nearly made it to the Grand Final but were stopped short in a narrow loss against 9z. But it’s that string of performances that places the Brazilian team in our top four predictions.
Can Portuguese coach Hélder Sancho mastermind an upset? And how will the stand-in Pepe perform? Those are the main factors that could determine how far Sharks Esports makes it in the TWC 2024 SA Qualifier 2.
Sharks Esports roster:
- Daniel “rdnzao” Monteiro
- Danilo “doc” Barros
- João “koala” Pedro
- Pedro “Pepe” Inácio
- Victor “gafolo” Andrade (IGL)
- Hélder “coachi” Sancho (Coach)
Please note: Pepe is acting as a stand-in after Rodrigo “drg” Ausenka, the previous IGL, was moved to the bench.
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Join The Excitement At Thunderpick
If the first qualifier round was any indication, the second event should deliver heart-pounding action when it runs from July 17-22, 2024. Sixteen elite squads will battle it out in a single-elimination bracket in best-of-three matches, ensuring every play counts. But who will overcome the competition to take home the top spot and a coveted placement in the Main Event? We can’t wait to find out.
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