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FaZe Bounces Back And Qualify For The Shanghai Major
On November 20th, 2024, many more teams qualified for the Perfect World Shanghai Major coming up in December later this year. Even though they lost pretty badly to Vitality the day before, with the latter not conceding a single map, FaZe showed up unfazed (pun intended) in their match against FNATIC. They delivered a 2-0 blow to FNATIC, with a 13-5 scoreline on map 1 (Anubis) and 13-8 scoreline on map 2 (Ancient) - a similar beating to what Vitality gave them.
MOUZ Triumphs Over Falcons To Claim PGL Cluj-Napoca 2025 Title
MOUZ emerged victorious at PGL Cluj-Napoca 2025, securing the championship with a 3-1 win over Falcons. This victory ends their six-year drought without an arena event title and serves as a long-awaited breakthrough for the core trio of Dorain "xertioN" Berman, Ádám "torzsi" Torzsás, and Jimi "Jimpphat" Salo.
On November 9th, 2024, Patrik "f0rest" Lindberg, one of the most successful and influential players in the Counter-Strike universe, confirmed his retirement to HLTV after a career that lasted almost two decades. f0rest won 23 LAN trophies and eight MVP medals during his time on Ninjas In Pyjamas. He also made HLTV's Top 20 Players of the Year in the rankings' first four CS:GO editions (adding to his two appearances in 1.6 in 2010 and 2011), peaking at No.2 in 2013.
NiKo Praises Kyousuke: A Rising Star in the Esports Arena
In an intriguing conversation with HLTV, NiKo, one of the most celebrated figures in the Counter-Strike community, shares his thoughts on kyousuke, an up-and-coming talent making waves for his flashy playstyle and remarkable shooting skills. This statement has sparked discussions and enthusiasm among fans and players alike.
Reliance and BLAST Team Up to Revolutionize Esports in India
In a groundbreaking move for the Indian esports scene, Reliance and BLAST announced a joint venture today, April 2, 2025, that promises to change the landscape of competitive gaming in the country. As experts in the esports industry, we're here to dive deep into this collaboration and what it means for fans, players, and stakeholders alike.
MOUZ Book Their First Semi-Final Seat At Shanghai Major
On December 13th 2024, MOUZ became the first team to reach the semi-finals at the Perfect World Shanghai Major. Although the series started off rough with The MongolZ leading with a 9-3 scoreline on Ancient, MOUZ brought it back, winning 16-14 in overtime. Despite the demotivating loss on map one, The MongolZ kept up the fight on the second map, Nuke, securing a short 7-5 lead in the first half. However, MOUZ was high on confidence and won eight rounds in the second half, closing the game out 13-9, and winning the series.
M80 Sent Home As FURIA Grabs Final Qualifying Spot
On November 16th, 2024, FURIA and M80 faced off in the Perfect World Shanghai Major Americas RMR for a chance to grab the last qualifying spot from their region. Unfortunately, despite the ambitions M80 entered the fray with, FURIA won comfortably across the two maps, Anubis and Vertigo, with the same scoreline, 13-8. FURIA’s qualification marks Gabriel "FalleN" Toledo’s 16th Major appearance, going to show how long he’s been competing in the Counter-Strike esports scene.
HooXi Going From G2's Bench To Free Agency In 2025
On December 27th 2024, Rasmus "HooXi" Nielsen took to X (formerly Twitter) to announce that he will be a free agent starting 2025, finally leaving G2’s bench for good. Hence, still having that competitive fire in him, he’s motivated to try out for different teams and explore his options. “Free Agent on January 1st. I'm still looking for a new team! I'm open to all offers, the most important aspect is an interesting roster with strong potential! If you're interested contact @dvorborg or email hooxi@uncore.gg”
Everything You Need To Know About BLAST Open Lisbon 2025
BLAST Open Lisbon 2025 kicks off on March 19, bringing more top-tier Counter-Strike 2 action just as fans are still buzzing from ESL Pro League Season 21. With a $400,000 prize pool on the line, the tournament will begin in BLAST’s Copenhagen studio before moving to the MEO Arena in Lisbon, Portugal for the playoffs.
Exploring the Dynamic Duo: m0NESY and NiKo's Special Connection in Esports
In an intriguing dive into the chemistry between two renowned figures in the esports arena, m0NESY's recent revelation about his unique bond with teammate NiKo has stirred conversations across the community. As a cyber sport expert, I delve into the implications of such connections and how they can redefine team dynamics and performance.
On January 17th, 2025, Russian team BetBoom stunned MOUZ with a 2-1 victory, defying all expectations by eliminating them from BLAST Bounty 2025 Closed Qualifiers. This impressive victory over one of the elite teams of 2024 comes in light of recent changes to the team, including the addition of a new in-game leader.
Astralis’s Prospect For The Rest Of The Year, cadiaN Talks
On October 30th, 2024, fans await one of the most anticipated events of the year in the CS2 esports circuit to commence: BLAST Premier World Final. The event will feature some of the best teams in the world such as Natus Vincere, G2 Esports and Vitality - Team Astralis also find themselves in the mix of such a stacked lineup, hoping to win it all. However, realistically speaking, Astralis’s chances of winning the tournament or making it far into the semi-finals look grim.
On January 13th, 2025, Flatron “juanflatroo” Halimi parted ways with Into the Breach after a seven-month tenure, citing a move toward an unspecified new opportunity. His role in the team will be filled by Polish player Kamil “reiko” Cegiełko.
Complexity and M80 Withdraw from Fragadelphia Vegas: A Detailed Analysis
Recent news has surfaced that both Complexity and M80 have made the decision to pull out of the upcoming Fragadelphia Vegas tournament, a move that has stirred discussions within the esports community. As an expert in the realm of e-sports, I aim to dissect the reasons behind their withdrawal and its potential impact on the tournament's competitive landscape.
With the group stage over, BLAST Open Lisbon 2025 will see the competition move from Denmark’s studios to the big stage in Lisbon, as six of the world’s top seven teams vie for the title in the playoffs.
