BLAST will organize one of the 2025 Majors in Austin, Texas, after their successful Paris Major.
Major Announcement for Counter-Strike 2
The international Counter-Strike 2 community has exciting news for 2025. This Friday, BLAST announced that they will host one of the 2025 Majors in Austin, Texas. After their successful handling of the Paris Major, BLAST is set to bring the pinnacle of CS2 competition back to North America.
BLAST’s Impact on the CS2 Scene
Recent weeks have been bustling with activity in the international Counter-Strike scene. The Global Finals of FiReLEAGUE took place in Buenos Aires, while the BLAST Premier Spring Finals were held in London. During their London event, BLAST took the opportunity to make a significant announcement.
They confirmed that they will be organizing one of the Majors in 2025, marking a return to North America. “We are excited to announce that the BLAST.tv Major 2025 is headed to Austin, Texas. After delivering the unforgettable BLAST.tv Paris Major, we will bring the action across the pond to the vibrant city of Austin next summer,” BLAST stated.
Returning to North America
This announcement means that the most prestigious tournament in Valve’s shooter series will return to North America after a seven-year hiatus. The last Major held in this region was the ELEAGUE Major Boston 2018, won by Cloud9, which remains the only Major victory by a North American team in CS history.
BLAST also revealed that the prize pool for the Austin Major will be a staggering $1.25 million. The event will take place at the Moody Center, which can accommodate up to 15,000 spectators.
Key Highlights
- BLAST’s Announcement: The next major CS2 event will be in Austin, Texas, in June 2025.
- Historical Context: The return to North America marks the first Major in the region since 2018.
- Prize Pool: A substantial $1.25 million prize pool has been confirmed.
- Venue: The Moody Center in Austin will host the event, with a capacity of 15,000.
Upcoming Events
While we look forward to the Austin Major, the Counter-Strike community is also gearing up for the Major in Shanghai, scheduled for December this year. Fans hope to see representation from a Latin American team at this event.
Final Recommendations
The announcement of the BLAST.tv Major 2025 in Austin has generated significant excitement within the CS2 community.
As BLAST continues to elevate the esports scene with their high-quality events, the upcoming Major in Austin is poised to be a landmark event, bringing together top-tier teams and passionate fans from around the globe.
Stay tuned for more updates as we approach this highly anticipated tournament.