Talents shared their Pick’Em predictions for the third stage of the IEM Cologne Major 2026

Counter-Strike 2 analysts and commentators have shared their picks for Stage 3 of the IEM Cologne Major 2026. All their predictions are below.

Analyst Jakob “Pimp” Winneche:

Commentator Alex “Hawka” Hawkins:

Analyst Alex “Mauisnake” Ellenberg:

Commentator Mike “DarfMike” Winnick:

Analyst Duncan “Thorin” Shields:

Host James “BanKs” Banks:

Commentator Jordan “Elfishguy” Mays:

Analyst Dustin “dusT” Moore:

Commentator Travis “Trav” Landaw Mott:

Analyst Yanko “YNk” Paunović:

The IEM Cologne Major 2026 takes place from June 2 to 21 in Germany. The tournament features 32 teams, and its total prize pool is $1,250,000. Predictions for the third stage of the Major will close tomorrow, June 11, at 12:00 Moscow Time.

Photo — Adela Sznajder, ESL.