G2 Esports sensation Mario Samayoa, known as MalbsMd, recently opened up about his contemplation of retiring at the tender age of 20. His journey took a drastic turn when he found himself benched in 00 Nation, a moment that plunged him into deep despair. In an exclusive interview with HLTV following his remarkable 12th position in their Top 20 rankings, the CS2 prodigy shared the emotional turmoil he experienced.
When the life-altering offer from G2 Esports came knocking, MalbsMd was initially in disbelief. The young rifler confessed that he initially thought his agent was playing an elaborate prank on him. Transitioning to his new role within the team posed unforeseen challenges, testing his resilience and adaptability.
MalbsMd's accolade as the 12th best player of 2024 by HLTV was predominantly a result of his outstanding performance in the latter half of the year while representing G2 Esports. The player from Guatemala underwent a significant transformation, shouldering anchor positions on the Counter-Terrorist side, culminating in an impressive 1.15 rating for the year. Looking ahead, he is set to assume the roles previously held by NiKo, a strategic move orchestrated by the organization's CEO.
