The StarLadder Budapest Major 2025 continues to captivate fans as the tournament progresses. Three teams, Team Liquid, Passion UA, and 3DMAX, have successfully advanced to Stage 3, overcoming fierce competition to keep their championship dreams alive.
Team Liquid, Passion UA, and 3DMAX have become the final teams to earn a place in Stage 3 of the StarLadder Budapest Major 2025.
Team Liquid Sweeps Astralis
After a challenging start in Stage 2, both Team Liquid and Astralis battled fiercely. Despite initial setbacks, Team Liquid dominated their matchup, beginning with a commanding lead on Nuke. Though the Danes attempted a comeback, Liquid secured a 13-7 victory. Their solid defense on Mirage solidified a 13-9 win, marking a decisive 2-0 sweep and bringing Astralis’ Major journey to a close.
Passion UA Becomes North America’s Last Hope
Passion UA faced an intense all-American clash against M80. While M80 took Mirage with a 13-11 win, Passion UA responded robustly on Inferno, clinching a 13-5 victory. Their experience shone through on Train, where they triumphed 13-7, winning the series 2-1 and knocking M80 out of the tournament. Now, as one of three American teams in Stage 3, Passion UA faces formidable opponents like FURIA and Team Vitality.
3DMAX Halts Ninjas in Pyjamas
Entering Stage 2 with promise, Ninjas in Pyjamas faltered against FaZe Clan and Parivision, setting up a crucial match against 3DMAX. The French team dominated Ancient, swiftly securing a 13-3 win. Train proved more competitive, but 3DMAX’s firepower overturned a halftime deficit to win 13-8, achieving a 2-0 series victory.
What’s Next at the Budapest Major?
With Stage 2 wrapped up, attention shifts to Stage 3. Here, eight new teams join the eight Stage 2 qualifiers for another challenging Swiss stage. The top eight teams will advance to the Playoffs, aiming to triumph on Counter-Strike’s grandest platform.