NRG, Fluxo, and B8 are the latest teams to secure spots at ESL Pro League Season 22, earning their place by winning their respective ESL Challenger Leagues in North America, South America, and Europe. They will join the winners of other regional Challenger Leagues in the first stage of EPL, set to begin on September 27. There, they will battle for the opportunity to advance and face the world’s elite in the main stage of the prestigious tournament.
Brazilian Stability and American Grit: Fluxo and NRG Qualify for ESL Pro League
Fluxo had a turbulent journey through the ECL South America group stage, playing most of their matches with Nicollas “nicks” Polonio as a stand-in for Matheus “mlhzin” Marçola. Despite these roster challenges, the Brazilians delivered a flawless playoff run. They didn’t drop a single map on their way to the title and allowed their opponents to reach double digits only once throughout the bracket. Standout performances came from Guilherme “piriajr” Barbosa, Romeu “zevy” Rocco, and Andrei “arT” Piovezan, who each topped the scoreboard in different series. Their dominance reaffirmed Fluxo’s ambition to bring Brazilian CS back into the international spotlight.
NRG had a tougher road in the North American ECL, dropping maps to BLUEJAYS and Getting Info early in the playoffs. However, they found their rhythm when it mattered most. In both the upper bracket final and grand final, NRG convincingly defeated Nouns twice, showing strong coordination and control. This victory marks NRG’s return to ESL Pro League for the first time since 2020. For this roster, the event is a golden opportunity to prove themselves on the international stage.
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B8 Secure ESL Pro League Spot After Beating Parivision
B8 emerged as the only European team to qualify for ESL Pro League Season 22 via ESL Challenger League Season 49: Europe. The Ukrainian squad showcased consistency and maturity throughout the competition, culminating in a confident grand final victory over Parivision. The match was the peak of B8’s growing form during the season. Once considered a dark horse, B8 now have a real chance to make their mark on the global stage. Their qualification is a major breakthrough for Ukrainian CS, offering not only invaluable experience but also a platform to compete with the best. It’s also a symbolic achievement for a region that continues to nurture rising talent.
The team shared their excitement on social media, posting:
“We’ve won ESL Challenger Europe and secured a direct spot at ESL Pro League Season 22
It was a tough road with challenging matches, but we pulled off another 0:2 comeback.
Huge thanks to everyone who supported us!”
This statement highlights both the resilience of the team and the passionate support they’ve received on their journey.
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Fluxo, NRG, and B8 Ready to Take on the EPL Challenge
With their recent victories, Fluxo, NRG, and B8 have officially joined the roster of teams for ESL Pro League Season 22, which kicks off on September 27. Each squad faces a major challenge ahead — navigating the first stage of the event, filled with ambitious and battle-tested teams from around the world. Every map and round will count as they aim to break into the next phase, where top-tier opposition awaits. The ESL Pro League offers not only prestige but also crucial ranking points, prize money, and international recognition. For these three teams, the journey to glory starts this fall — and the world will be watching.
Source: hltv.org
