# Episode 170: G2 and Liquid swap nertz/malbs, FaZe drop neo, the field is weak compared to Vitality

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Published: 2026-03-22T17:12:47+00:00
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Duration seconds: 7820

## Resource

This episode was recorded on the 21st before all the BLAST Rotterdam results had concluded. moses, SPUNJ, and YNk are Talking Counter. This episode is brought to you by Polymarket, the premier online prediction market. Join our Discord to talk Counter with other followers of the podcast and of Counter-Strike. Participate in giveaways and watch parties throughout the season. https://discord.gg/DaFHsaq5 00:00 Intro, Chad dips into his plumber past 09:30 CS2 Update (Reload changes) 37:30 Liquid swaps to NA for VRS standings 52:45 Liquid and G2 swap Malbs and Nertz 1:05:30 Mid-season checkin around the scene 1:28:00 Flyquest status check 1:37:30 FaZe -neo (coach), eliminated from Rotterdam

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