Counter-Strike 2 continues its journey in the competitive scene. Just days after Team Vitality secured the championship title at the ESL Pro League Season 21, the action does not stop. Now, we have another major event, organized by one of the most prestigious tournament producers: BLAST.
The BLAST Open Spring 2025 will take place in Denmark and Portugal, bringing together 16 of the world’s best teams. Over the course of 10 days, they will compete for a prize pool of $400,000.
Participating Teams
As is customary in Counter-Strike 2 tournaments, the participating teams are divided into two categories:
- Teams invited based on Valve’s World Ranking.
- Teams that qualify through Closed Qualifiers.
Invited Teams
- Team Spirit
- G2 Esports
- The MongolZ
- Team Vitality
- FaZe Clan
- Natus Vincere
- Eternal Fire
- MOUZ
- Team Falcons
- Team Liquid
- FURIA
- Virtus Pro
Qualified Teams
- Europe: Astralis
- North America: M80
- South America: Imperial Esports
- Asia: The Huns Esports
Note: The original Asian representative was ATOX Esports, but they were disqualified after the ESIC suspended their roster due to an ongoing investigation.
Tournament Format
This is the first edition of the BLAST Open Spring tournament, but it follows a well-established format:
- The 16 teams are divided into two groups.
- The groups compete in a GSL double-elimination format, with three teams advancing to the Playoffs.
- Group winners move directly to the Semifinals.
- Second-place teams advance to the Quarterfinals.
- The Lower Bracket Final winner also qualifies for the Quarterfinals.
Group A
- Team Spirit
- MOUZ
- Team Falcons
- Team Vitality
- Astralis
- FaZe Clan
- Virtus Pro
- The Huns Esports
Group B
- G2 Esports
- M80
- Eternal Fire
- Team Liquid
- The MongolZ
- Imperial Esports
- Natus Vincere
- FURIA
Day 1 Matches and Schedule
The tournament kicks off with Group A matchups on the first day of competition:
- Spirit (1.03) vs The Huns (12.00) – 12:00 PM
- MOUZ (1.57) vs Falcons (2.39) – 2:30 PM
- Vitality (1.17) vs Astralis (4.91) – 5:00 PM
- FaZe (1.47) vs Virtus Pro (2.66) – 7:30 PM
Source: BLAST
Key Takeaways from BLAST Open Spring 2025
What to Expect from the Tournament?
- High-level competition featuring the top-ranked teams in Counter-Strike 2.
- A total prize pool of $400,000, ensuring high stakes for all participants.
- New contenders and upsets, especially with qualified teams eager to prove themselves.
The BLAST Open Spring 2025 is set to be one of the most exciting events in the Counter-Strike 2 competitive scene. With top-tier teams, a high-stakes format, and a significant prize pool, fans can expect intense matchups and thrilling plays. Stay updated with the latest match results and standings to follow your favorite teams on their path to victory!