NIP vs 3DMAX Prediction 25 September 2026
📢 As the CS2 tour rolls on, fans can look forward to a thrilling clash between the European roster Ninjas in Pyjamas and the in-form French side 3DMAX. Bookmakers have posted nearly even odds for this matchup, rating both teams’ chances at a dead-even 50-50. That’s hardly surprising: the Swedes are desperate to snap a frustrating losing streak, while the French arrive riding high after claiming back-to-back titles in September.
NIP Team Overview
Ninjas in Pyjamas are navigating a challenging stretch this season, having suffered a string of disappointing losses to B8, M80, and 1win. Despite these setbacks, the squad still boasts tremendous individual talent that could ignite at any moment. The backbone of the team is stavn, who consistently delivers standout performances on the CT side and excels in close-quarters duels. NiP’s trump card remains their signature map, Nuke, where they hold an impressive 75% win rate across 16 matches. The Swedes also have solid game plans prepared for Inferno and Ancient, giving them confidence during the veto phase-even as they continue to struggle on Dust2.
Match Results: NIP
3DMAX Team Overview
The French side 3DMAX are in excellent form, adding another trophy to their cabinet with a victory at the Logitech G Play Connect 2026 in September. The team are displaying cohesive and confident CS, orchestrated by their in-game leader Maka, who consistently posts a KAST around 73%. The French squad boast a well-defined map pool, with Dust2 (60% win rate) and Cache (58%) serving as their primary weapons. On these maps, 3DMAX favour an aggressive, up-tempo approach that will be extremely tough for the Swedes to handle. Although their record on Nuke is notably weak (just a 30% win rate), the French have every opportunity to either ban it out or confidently secure their own map pick.
Match Results: 3DMAX
⭐️ Editor’s Prediction
Breaking down both teams’ map pools points us toward a classic scenario: an exchange of map picks leading to a decider. NiP hold a rock-solid advantage on Nuke, where the Swedes’ win rate is dominant compared to the French side’s struggles. Meanwhile, 3DMAX are in peak form and are more than capable of punishing their opponents on their favored maps, Dust2 or Cache, especially given NiP’s shaky defense. Neither team boasts complete control across all maps, making a straightforward 2-0 win for either side highly unlikely. Expect a tightly contested battle that goes the distance, so the best bet for this matchup is over 2.5 maps.
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Betting Tips: NIP - 3DMAX
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