Look Sports Media – As the dust settles from Stages 1 and 2, the StarLadder Budapest Major Stage 3 is primed to ignite. Sixteen teams remain, battling for a coveted spot among CS2’s titans. Which squads faltered, what are the crucial opening matchups, and who are the frontrunners to dominate the Playoffs?
The initial stages were a whirlwind of upsets, nail-biting victories, and dominant performances. As looksports.media predicted, NAVI defied internal struggles to secure a Stage 3 berth, topping the leaderboard with a strong showing. FaZe Clan also narrowly avoided elimination, showcasing their resilience.
Meanwhile, Team Liquid, Passion UA, and 3DMAX scraped through with 3-2 records, highlighting the fierce competition. Team Liquid’s revamped roster, featuring the return of EliGE, has yet to find its stride, suffering early defeats. Imperial Esports, B8, and PARAVISION, having battled through both stages, face their toughest challenges yet.
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The following teams have qualified for Stage 3 through Stage 2 and 1 competition, listed in order of Stage 2 results: NAVI, FaZe Clan, Imperial Esports, B8, PARAVISION, Team Liquid, Passion UA, 3DMAX.
Direct invites to Stage 3 were extended to: FURIA, Team Vitality, G2 Esports, Complexity, Virtus.pro, Team Spirit, The MongolZ, Team Falcons.
The directly invited teams bring a mix of potential and uncertainty. FURIA enters Budapest riding high after victories at IEM Chengdu and BLAST Open Fall, solidifying their position atop the CS2 Valve Regional Standings. Team Vitality, despite doubts from analysts like YNK, remains a strong contender for a playoff spot.
On the other hand, The MongolZ are still integrating roster changes, while Team Spirit has struggled with consistency since their IEM Cologne triumph. Team Falcons, haunted by their early exit at the BLAST Austin Major, seek redemption and a title to prove their worth.
The StarLadder Budapest Major Stage 3 kicks off on December 4th with the following opening matches:
- NAVI vs. FURIA
- FaZe Clan vs. Team Vitality
- Imperial Esports vs. G2 Esports
- B8 vs. Complexity
- PARAVISION vs. Virtus.pro
- Team Liquid vs. Team Spirit
- Passion UA vs. The MongolZ
- 3DMAX vs. Team Falcons
Round 2 matches, determined by Round 1 results, will also be played on December 4th. The Playoffs, commencing on December 11th, will culminate in the crowning of the final Counter-Strike champions of 2025 on December 14th.
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