NRG eliminated from iBUYPOWER Masters FML 2026; hallzerk criticises team's play

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NRG were knocked out early from the iBUYPOWER Masters FML 2026 by Wildcard, and NRG AWPer Håkon “hallzerk” Fjærli said the team's performance was "unforgivable," Dust2.us reported. Hallzerk told Dust2.us the squad competed on LAN without coach Darryl "daps" Pleasance present because he was ill and remained at home. The player also described preparation problems at the event, saying teammates were forced to practise on iPads while the coach tried to send guidance remotely. Dust2.us additionally reported that hallzerk is returning from time on the bench and that Grim has been added to NRG's lineup.

• What happened: Dust2.us reported NRG were eliminated in an early exit from the iBUYPOWER Masters FML 2026 after losing to Wildcard, and Håkon “hallzerk” Fjærli characterised the team's level of play as "unforgivable."
• Why it matters: Hallzerk told Dust2.us NRG played the LAN event without coach Darryl "daps" Pleasance in attendance because Pleasance was ill at home, and the team faced practical prep issues including a lack of PCs that left players practising on iPads.
• Context: Dust2.us reported hallzerk is returning to play after time on the bench and that the organisation has added a player named Grim to the lineup; the interview took place before the team departed the event site and was conducted by Payton "LTP" Tolbert, Dust2.us said.
• What next: Dust2.us did not report any confirmed future match schedule, roster changes beyond the addition of Grim, or organisational responses to the loss, so further actions or timeline are not yet confirmed.