OhnePixel's new team "DRILLAS" is Heading to the CS2 Shanghai Major RMRs

The journey to one of the most prestigious CS2 events is well underway, and OhnePixel's newly signed team, DRILLAS, has secured their spot in the upcoming Perfect World Shanghai Major 2024 Asia RMR. Following a dominant run through the Middle East RMR Closed Qualifiers, DRILLAS is now preparing to take on some of the best teams in the region as they aim for a place in the CS2 Shanghai Major.

Dominating the Middle East RMR Closed Qualifiers

From August 28th to August 30th, 2024, DRILLAS faced off against seven other teams in the Middle East RMR Closed Qualifiers. The competition was fierce, but DRILLAS showed their determination early on. After an intense series of matches, they defeated the Onyx Ravens 2-0 in the grand finals to claim the top spot, guaranteeing their entry into the Asia RMR. The team's resilience was especially evident in the lower bracket, where they swept past NOM and Superfkrs to earn their shot at redemption in the finals, ultimately coming out on top.

The Road to the CS2 Shanghai Major

Having won the Middle East Closed Qualifier, DRILLAS now shifts their focus to the Perfect World Shanghai Major 2024 Asia RMR, which will take place in Shanghai, China, from November 11th to November 14th, 2024. The stakes are incredibly high as the top three teams from this event will earn a coveted spot in the upcoming CS2 Shanghai Major.

DRILLAS will be competing alongside seven other top teams from across Asia, including renowned names such as The MongolZ (#13 ranked), FlyQuest (#28 ranked), and Lynn Vision (#55 ranked). As the #164-ranked team, DRILLAS will be seen as underdogs, but their performance in the Middle East qualifiers proves they are capable of pulling off major upsets.

Teams Competing at the Asia RMR

At the Asia RMR, DRILLAS will face fierce competition from the following teams:

• The MongolZ (#13 Valve Ranking) – A powerhouse in the Asian scene, MongolZ will be one of the biggest threats.
• FlyQuest (#28 Valve Ranking) – Another strong team from the international circuit, boasting impressive experience.
• Lynn Vision (#55 Valve Ranking) – A well-known Chinese squad looking to secure their place in the Major.
• Rare Atom (#74 Valve Ranking) – A China Closed Qualifier winner, aiming to represent their country on the grand stage.
• Alter Ego (#117 Valve Ranking) – A qualified team from the Asia Closed Qualifier.
• TALON (#119 Valve Ranking) – The winners of the Oceania Closed Qualifier.
• GR (#168 Valve Ranking) – The East Asia Closed Qualifier victors.

What's Next for DRILLAS?

With the Asia RMR right around the corner, DRILLAS will need to bring their best gameplay to the event. The road to the CS2 Shanghai Major is filled with challenges, but the team’s recent success has shown they can compete at a high level. Under the guidance of OhnePixel, DRILLAS will be hoping to make history by securing one of the top three spots and advancing to the main event.

Fans of DRILLAS and OhnePixel will be eagerly watching as the team prepares to take on some of the most formidable opponents in the region. Stay tuned for more updates as they embark on this thrilling journey to Shanghai!