The StarLadder Budapest Major 2025 is set to continue with its second stage, bringing fresh excitement and competition to the Hungarian capital. The opening stage was filled with surprises, as some of Counter-Strike’s top teams stumbled while underdogs rose to the occasion. Now, the spotlight shifts to Stage 2, where the competition heats up further.
StarLadder Budapest Major 2025 Stage 2 Teams
In this stage, 16 teams will follow a Swiss format, battling for three wins over five rounds to secure a spot in Stage 3. The lineup includes 10 European teams, some former Major winners, alongside three teams from the Americas and two from Asia, each with the potential to cause upsets. Teams must secure three victories to progress, while those failing to do so will be eliminated from the tournament.
Aurora Gaming
Aurora Gaming enters Stage 2 riding high on their first major LAN victory at the PGL Masters Bucharest 2025. Ranked fifth in the Valve Regional Standings, this Turkish team hopes to continue its impressive run, starting with their match against M80.
NAVI
NAVI, another contender from Europe, enters Stage 2 with high expectations. The team made waves by winning the StarLadder StarSeries Fall 2025, but they fell short at the Thunderpick World Championship. NAVI’s first match in this stage will be against FlyQuest, aiming to secure their spot in the next phase.
Stay tuned as these teams and more strive to make their mark in the StarLadder Budapest Major 2025, with thrilling matches and unexpected turns bound to keep fans on the edge of their seats.