The stage is set for an exhilarating showdown as the group phase of BLAST Rivals Fall 2025 concludes. This intense competition has seen eight elite Counter-Strike 2 teams vying for glory, setting the scene for the upcoming StarLadder Budapest Major.
With five top-tier teams from the Valve Regional Standings participating, the event serves as a crucial opportunity for contenders to gather momentum as they approach Counter-Strike’s marquee tournament. Esports enthusiasts eagerly anticipate the single-elimination playoff bracket, where six teams have already secured their spots.
BLAST Rivals Fall 2025 Teams
October’s VRS played a pivotal role in determining four of the much-anticipated teams in Hong Kong, while BLAST selected the remaining four as regional wildcards, following Valve’s tournament operations guidelines. The top teams from each group have progressed to the semi-finals, while those finishing second and third will start their playoff journey in the quarter-finals.
FURIA
FURIA’s dominance continues post-victory at IEM Chengdu 2025, claiming Group B supremacy in Hong Kong. Their prowess was evident as they bested PaiN Gaming and overcame Team Vitality in a gripping match. The transition of Gabriel ‘FalleN’ Toledo from AWPer to rifler has reinvigorated the team, proving that experience remains a key asset in esports.
BLAST Rivals Fall 2025 Playoff Matches
The stage is ready for the electrifying BLAST Rivals Fall 2025 playoff clashes. Passion UA faces PaiN Gaming in the first quarter-final, while the day concludes with an enthralling encounter between Team Vitality and Team Spirit. The victors will advance to face formidable opponents: FURIA and Team Falcons, respectively.
Day 3 of BLAST Rivals Fall 2025 kicks off at 8 AM GMT, with the action streaming live on BLAST’s YouTube and Twitch channels.