MAKAZZE IS BETTER THAN KYOUSUKE | Hot Take Point Made

Will FaZe win a Tier 1 event in 2026?! Counter-Strike debates explode in this episode of Hot Take Point Made as Thorin, Mauisnake, and kassad tackle some of the boldest, most divisive takes in the current CS2 scene. From questioning FaZe’s future at the top to brutal IGL rankings and player ceilings, this episode is packed with sharp analysis, disagreement, and unapologetic opinions. The show kicks off with a big-picture question around FaZe’s chances in 2026, diving into aging cores, shifting metas, and whether experience can still carry teams to trophies in a faster, more competitive era. That quickly leads into a heated comparison between rising talents, as the panel debates whether makazze will remain better than kyousuke, and what actually determines long-term player ceilings in modern Counter-Strike. The conversation escalates further with a controversial take on zonic’s impact on kyousuke, questioning whether even legendary coaches can sometimes limit individual growth within rigid systems. From there, the episode pivots to the future, breaking down potential dark horse teams for BLAST Rotterdam, highlighting under-the-radar rosters that could disrupt the expected hierarchy. In the latter half, the takes get even harsher. The panel examines whether XANTARES will ever win another MVP, discussing consistency, role evolution, and how the level of competition has changed. Finally, the episode closes with one of the most brutal claims yet: siuhy as the worst Tier 1 IGL ever, sparking a wider debate about leadership standards, team context, and how fans evaluate in-game leaders. In this episode you’ll hear about: ⦁ Whether FaZe can realistically win a Tier 1 event in 2026 ⦁ makazze vs kyousuke and how to judge rising star potential ⦁ The argument that zonic’s system may be holding players back ⦁ BLAST Rotterdam dark horse teams that could surprise everyone ⦁ Why XANTARES may never reach MVP level again ⦁ A harsh breakdown of siuhy’s leadership and Tier 1 IGL standards If you enjoy unfiltered Counter-Strike hot takes, deep player debates, and honest analysis of the CS2 scene, like the video, drop your takes in the comments, and subscribe for more weekly episodes. Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/HO... and use code HOTTAKE and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! Raycon's Everyday Earbuds Classic are perfect for refreshing your routine this spring. Go to https://buyraycon.com/hottake to get 20% off. If you like your money, Mint Mobile is for you! Shop plans at https://mintmobile.com/HOTTAKE Livetrade on CS2 today on Polymarket: https://polymarket.com/?via=lastfreen... Hot Take Point Made is a Counter-Strike talk show hosted by Duncan “Thorin” Shields, Alex “Mauisnake” Ellenberg, and Aleksandar “kassad” Trifunović. Episode 65 was recorded on the 23rd of March, 2026. Intro by The Morgster: ‪@TheMorgster_‬ Watch Hot Take Point Made on Spotify with video! https://open.spotify.com/show/7oSuwNi... Listen to Hot Take Point Made on podcast platforms: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Pandora: https://www.pandora.com/podcast/hot-t... Pocket Casts: https://pca.st/fndivkph iHeart: https://iheart.com/podcast/105848747/ Join the crew by following us on all social media platforms! ► Twitter:   / lastfreenation   ► Twitch:   / insightonesports   ► Main YouTube:    / @lastfreenation   ► Counter-Strike YouTube:    / @lastfreenationcs   ► Instagram:   / lastfreenation   ► Discord:   / discord   ► Facebook:   / lastfreenation   ► Tiktok:   / lastfreenation   ► Linkedin:   / lastfreenation   ► Snapchat:   / last-freenation   0:00 - Will FaZe win a Tier 1 event in 2026? 7:45 - makazze will stay better than kyousuke 25:22 - zonic is ruining kyousuke 48:45 - BLAST Rotterdam Dark Horses 55:10 - XANTARES Will NEVER Win MVP Again 1:04:50 - siuhy is the Worst T1 IGL Ever #CS2 #CounterStrike #FaZeClan #LFN #esports