HLTV.org has dropped the latest episode of its “No Comment” video series, recapping Day 3 of Stage 3 at the IEM Cologne Major 2026. The episode covers matches from June 13, offering behind-the-scenes content and player highlights from one of competitive Counter-Strike’s premier tournaments.
What’s actually happening at IEM Cologne
The IEM Cologne Major 2026 features 16 teams competing in a Swiss-system format for a $1.25 million prize pool. Stage 3 runs from June 11 through June 15, with matches played in a best-of-three format.
The top eight teams from this stage advance to the playoff bracket. Those playoffs are scheduled for June 18 to 21 at the LANXESS Arena in Cologne, Germany.
HLTV.org has been releasing daily “No Comment” episodes since the stage began on June 11. The series functions as a companion to the main broadcast, capturing moments that traditional match coverage typically misses: player reactions, team dynamics, and the general chaos of a live tournament environment.
