
Player Information
Name
Artem Kapran
Nationality
Ukraine
Born
02.02.2006
Status
Active
Role
Rifler
Team
Approx. Total Winnings
$52,658
Mouse Settings
Mouse
Logitech G PRO X SUPERLIGHT
eDPI
520
DPI
400
Polling Rate
1000 Hz
Sensitivity Zoom
1.3
Raw Input
Off
Hardware
Mouse
Logitech G PRO X SUPERLIGHT
Mousepad
ZOWIE G-SR-SE (Deep Blue)
Keyboard
Logitech G PRO
Headset
Logitech G PRO
Monitor Settings
Refresh Rate
240 Hz
Scaling
Stretched
Crosshair Settings
Style
4
Size
0.8
Thickness
0.9
Gap
-3
Color
Custom (5)
Outline
No
Biography
Artem “kensizor” Kapran (born February 2, 2006, Ukraine) is a professional Counter-Strike 2 player currently representing B8 as a rifler. Known for his mechanical precision, aggressive entry play, and composure beyond his years, kensizor is regarded as one of the brightest young talents to emerge from the Ukrainian CS2 scene.
Early Career and Rise
Kensizor began his professional journey in 2022, competing with Natus Vincere Youth, where he gained early recognition for his sharp aim and confident dueling ability. Over the next two years, he played for Iron Branch, IKLA, IKLA UA, and kONO.ECF, developing his consistency and tactical understanding. His steady improvement led to a call-up from B8 in late 2024, marking his arrival at the highest competitive level.
Playing Style and Statistics
Kensizor’s style blends precision rifle play with controlled aggression. Often serving as an entry rifler, he excels in opening duels and maintaining momentum in mid-round situations. Across over 470 professional maps, he has maintained a Rating 2.0 of 1.13, supported by a CT-side rating around 1.10 and a KAST of approximately 72%. His firepower metrics consistently rank among his strongest, with an average damage per round (ADR) near the 75-point mark.
In his recent 43-map sample, kensizor recorded a Rating 3.0 of 1.01, with standout numbers in Entrying (92/100) and Opening (81/100) categories. His balance between early-round impact and clutch survivability has made him a reliable asset for B8’s tactical setups.
Achievements and Career Highlights
Champion — ESL Challenger League Season 49: Europe
Champion — CCT Season 2 European Series #18
Runner-up — CCT Season 2 Global Finals
3rd Place — StarLadder StarSeries Fall 2025
3rd Place — MESA Nomadic Masters Spring 2025
Represented B8 at BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025 and ESL Pro League Season 22
Legacy and Impact
At only 19 years old, kensizor has already proven himself among Europe’s most promising prospects. His disciplined fundamentals, efficient utility use, and sharp game sense continue to elevate his team’s performance. Within B8, he has emerged as a key contributor in both structured executes and late-round scenarios, demonstrating poise against top-tier opponents.
Kensizor’s rise reflects a new generation of Ukrainian Counter-Strike talent—players combining mechanical skill with tactical maturity—and he remains one to watch as he develops further on the international stage.