MalbsMD, a rising star in the North American CS2 scene, gained widespread recognition for his exceptional performance at ESL Pro League Season 19 in Malta with M80. The talented 21-year-old rifler has been making waves on the server for some time, finally receiving the acknowledgment he deserves from the Counter-Strike community. But who exactly is malbsMD?
The Journey of malbsMD
MalbsMD quickly gained recognition towards the end of 2021 while competing for the Brazilian organisation TeamOne. At the age of 18 due to his exceptional performance, he emerged as a key player on the team, surpassing his teammates and confidently defeating local rivals. His standout skills attracted the interest of 00NATION, leading to his transfer to the team in early 2022. The Guatemalan rifler joined Coldzera's squad with Try, another promising talent, in hopes of turning 00NATION into a dominant force. Regrettably, the roster struggled to find synergy, leading malbsMD to make the decision to go back to TeamOne after eight months.

Once again, malbsMD showcased exceptional skills on Brazilian soil, catching the attention of M80, who almost immediately invited him to the team. Since then, the NA-German team mix has achieved remarkable success, showing outstanding performances at ESL Pro League Season 19 and in regional qualifiers.
In 2024, malbsMD has been absolutely unstoppable on an individual level. The Guatemalan rifler has consistently demonstrated exceptional performance over the past three months, maintaining an impressive 1.33 rating. This includes an outstanding 1.28 rating across 17 maps against top-tier opponents at ESL Pro League Season 19, which ranks as the sixth-highest rating in the entire tournament. He played a crucial role in M80's victory over G2 and helped them maintain their competitiveness in the rematch.
The Future of malbsMD
Thanks to malbsMD's exceptional performances in online qualifiers over the past few months, North American fans will have a chance to see M80 compete at top-tier events. The first of these will be IEM Dallas. In addition, M80 recently outperformed Liquid to secure their place in Riyadh for the Esports World Cup. There, they will have the opportunity to compete against the top teams from around the world for a share of the biggest prize pool ever seen in Esports
However, a major NA or international organisation may approach M80 and express interest in acquiring the Guatemalan sensation. Although this may require significant costs, it's still feasible considering malbsMD's impressive player profile, marked by aggression, impact, and tactical intelligence. He could be a valuable asset to top-tier teams.

Alternatively, if he decides to remain in North America, Team Liquid could be a suitable option for him. The team is experiencing some challenges, particularly with the underperformance of YEKINDAR, who plays a similar role to M80. Bringing in a player from Guatemala would not only maintain the team's identity, as most members are from North America, but also enhance their performance and bring down the average age of the roster.
There is also the potential for malbsMD to join an international team like "Sokoly", which continues to seek success following substantial investments in late 2023. Recruiting young talents as star players could be the key to rejuvenating the team and to improving their results.
Regardless of the path he chooses, malbsMD stands out as one of the most promising CS players in the world of esports, and his career is definitely one to watch for passionate fans.