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Niclas Sundell, Head of Sales at esports data company Abios, writes for Esports Insider to explore the downfall of North American Counter-Strike \u2014 and why Counter-Strike 2 has a chance of revitalising the scene. Pictured: Niclas Sundell, Head of Sales, Abios. 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