G2 Esports Player Overcomes Arm Injury to Secure Victory at IEM Katowice 2025

G2 Esports player Ilya 'm0NESY' Osipov, known for his sharpshooting skills as an AWPer, was seen nursing his arm in the post-match interview following the team's triumph over Team Falcons at IEM Katowice 2025. During the interview, he revealed that he had 'smashed something' in a moment of frustration after the intense match but reassured fans that his hand was in good condition.

Reflecting on his individual performance, m0NESY expressed self-criticism while commending his teammates for their contributions to the comeback victory. He also shared thoughts on a crucial clutch moment where he was bested by his former teammate, NiKo.

The clash between G2 and Falcons culminated in a full bo3 series, with G2 ultimately emerging victorious by eliminating their opponents from the tournament. The closing moments of the match saw a dramatic 2v4 clutch play by MalbsMd and HeavyGod that shattered the opponents' economy, paving the way for G2 to secure a 13:11 win on the final map. Notably, the match showcased the consistent performance of G2's key players, with m0NESY and NiKo finishing with equal duel scores against each other on Mirage.