Counter-Strike fans will have the chance to see several esports stars together on one team—not in a tournament, but in an exciting show match. NiKo , m0NESY , kennyS , cadiaN , and ScreaM will gather on one stage to challenge the best Chinese teams.

For China, this is a landmark event: first, the show match will be part of a large stage built around a student championship and a regional league. Second, the arrival of players of this caliber is a rarity for the local community, which is why interest in the event in China is immense. For the Western scene, it's an opportunity to observe the interaction of players from different eras and schools.

How the Event in Yancheng is Organized
The event will take place in the Chinese city of Yancheng on July 10 and 11 at the local sports center. The show match itself is scheduled for July 10 and will be the centerpiece of the day. In it, the international star lineup will face off against Chinese teams TyLoo and Lynn Vision .

The match format has not been fully disclosed, but a Bo1 or Bo3 series is expected, where the Europeans will take turns playing against the local giants. Simultaneously, student finals and entertainment events featuring streamers and local esports figures will take place on stage.

Stars of the Past and Heroes of the Present—Together on Stage
For the first time in a long while, players representing multiple eras of Counter-Strike will perform together: from veteran kennyS , who retired in 2023, to m0NESY , the top sniper talent of today. Leading as captain is the emotional cadiaN , joined by NiKo and ScreaM , both known for their aggressive playstyle. Such a mix of styles and personalities in one lineup is rarely seen, even in show matches.

From the Chinese side, the match won't be easy either. TyLoo and Lynn Vision are the country's main hopes on the global stage. Their participation adds not only spectacle to the show match but also competitive tension: losing to the "guests" would be painful.

This match is not just an entertaining episode but a potential step towards bridging the Asian and Western CS scenes. For China, it becomes a window into professional Counter-Strike with the participation of the biggest names. And for players like kennyS and ScreaM , it's a chance to once again feel the competitive atmosphere on stage and give fans nostalgic emotions.