In the semifinal for a spot in the grand final, Vitality faced off against Falcons . Vitality defeated their opponents with a 2:1 score across the maps. The match concluded on Dust II (13:7), Train (6:13), and Inferno (13:11).
MVP of the Match — Nikola ' NiKo ' Kovač
The best player of the match was NiKo from Falcons . Over three maps, he scored 51 kills, with an 87 ADR and a 6.8 rating. Although his team lost, he maintained consistent performance throughout all maps, leading to a close game with Vitality .
Thanks to this victory, Vitality advances to the grand final, where they will play against Mouz . Meanwhile, Falcons conclude their tournament run in 3rd-4th place, earning $25,000 in prize money, along with an additional $80,000 for the organization.
Vitality continues to impress with their consistency and level of play — the team extends their winning streak to 29 consecutive matches, showcasing formidable form throughout the entire season. Additionally, Vitality is reaching their sixth consecutive grand final in 2025, solidifying their position as one of the main contenders for titles this year. Their discipline, map pool depth, and individual player form make Vitality a formidable threat to any opponent.
IEM Dallas 2025 is taking place from May 19 to May 25 in the USA, with a prize pool of $1,000,000. The winner takes home $125,000 in prize money and also receives a club bonus of $160,000. Follow the news, schedule, and results of the tournament via the link.