The second round of Stage 1 at the BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025 has concluded, taking place from June 3 to 22 at the Moody Center in Austin , USA. Sixteen teams continue to compete for the $1,250,000 prize pool in the Counter-Strike 2 discipline. By the end of the second day of play, three groups have formed: four teams have moved ahead with a 2-0 record and are one step away from advancing to the next stage, an equal number are one step away from elimination (0-2), and eight teams have a 1-1 score, remaining in the middle of the tournament standings.

Heroic 13:5 NRG (Dust II)
Heroic showcased exemplary play on Dust II, leaving NRG with no chance for a comeback. From the start, the Danes seized the initiative, quickly gaining an advantage, and led the match to a confident victory with a score of 13:5.

Yasin “xfl0ud” Koch stood out as the MVP of the match. He finished the game with 22 kills, 10 deaths, 103 ADR, and a rating of 7.9, playing a key role in maintaining control of the map's center and securing Heroic 's second consecutive victory. The team now tops the tournament standings with a 2-0 record and is just one step away from advancing from Stage 1.

B8 13:9 OG (Inferno)
The match between B8 and OG was tense until the very end. Both teams displayed a high level of play, but it was the Ukrainian team that managed to adapt better in the final stage of the match. Initially, B8 took the lead, but OG gradually gained momentum and started taking rounds. B8 managed to put an end to this and secured the map in their favor.

The MVP of the match was Niko “nicoodoz” Tamjidi, despite his team's loss. He ended the match with 18 kills, 13 deaths, 89 ADR, and a rating of 6.8. His precise shooting kept OG in the game until the end, but it wasn't enough to turn the tide. B8 , with a 2-0 record, confidently secures a spot among the group leaders.

Lynn Vision 17:19 Wildcard (Nuke)
One of the most thrilling matches of the second round took place on the Nuke map. After a hard-fought regular time, the teams went into overtime, where Wildcard proved stronger. The American team showed character, winning the decisive rounds and finishing the match 19:17.

The hero of the match was Saik “z4kr” Zhang from Lynn Vision , despite his team's loss. He delivered an outstanding performance, finishing the match with 32 kills, 22 deaths, 92 ADR, and a rating of 7.1. However, z4kr's efforts weren't enough to secure a victory — Lynn Vision now have a 1-1 record and will fight to advance in the next rounds.

BetBoom Team 6:13 FlyQuest (Mirage)
FlyQuest continues their dominance in the tournament. The match against BetBoom Team on Mirage was under their full control. From the early rounds, FlyQuest imposed their style of play and consistently broke the opponent's economy. The final rounds were merely a formality — 13:6.

The star player of the match was Corey “nettik” Brown, who scored 20 kills, 11 deaths, 117 ADR, and a rating of 8.1. His aggressive play and smart use of grenades were the foundation of the victory. FlyQuest joins the group of tournament leaders with a 2-0 record.

Complexity 13:9 Fluxo (Inferno)
Complexity redeemed themselves after a first-round loss by defeating Fluxo . The match was evenly matched, but in the decisive part, Complexity stepped up, winning a series of consecutive rounds and finishing with a 13:9 score.

The MVP of the match was Michael “Grim” Wins, who played a stable game with 17 kills, 13 deaths, 89 ADR, and a rating of 7.2. His contribution was especially noticeable on the offense, where he repeatedly pressured the opponents. Complexity moves into the third round with a 1-1 record, while Fluxo , having lost twice, faces the threat of elimination (0-2).

Chinggis Warriors 10:13 Legacy (Nuke)
Legacy played a confident match on Nuke, using their attack rounds wisely and playing effectively on defense. Towards the end, Chinggis Warriors attempted to bring back intrigue, but Legacy held their advantage and won with a 13:10 score.

Vinicius “n1ssim” Pereira was named the MVP of the match, finishing with 20 kills, 15 deaths, 87 ADR, and a rating of 6.8. His key kills in the late stage helped the team avoid overtime. Legacy evens their position (1-1), while Chinggis Warriors move into the danger zone with two consecutive losses (0-2).

Imperial 9:13 Nemiga (Train)
The match on the Train map was challenging for both sides. However, Nemiga managed to hold onto the advantage gained in the first half, preventing Imperial from making a comeback. The 13:9 victory marked Nemiga's first win in the tournament.

The main hero of the match was Ivan “zweih” Gogin, who finished with 22 kills, 13 deaths, 97 ADR, and a rating of 7.8. His reliable shooting saved the team multiple times. Nemiga returns to the game with a 1-1 record, while Imperial , suffering a second defeat, is on the brink of elimination (0-2).

TyLoo 13:4 Metizport (Mirage)
TyLoo confidently played against Metizport , crushing the opponent with a 13:4 score. Thanks to an aggressive start and complete dominance on the Mirage map, TyLoo easily took key rounds and moved to a 1-1 record after a first-round loss.

The MVP of the match was Jingsiang “Mercury” Wang, who performed at the highest level: 18 kills, 10 deaths, 105 ADR, and a rating of 8.8. His confidence in duels and composure in defense helped TyLoo confidently close the match. Metizport remains winless — 0-2.

The second round was a true test for all participants — from tense overtimes to decisive victories. Teams with a 2-0 record are just one step away from advancing from Stage 1, while four teams with a 0-2 record will fight for survival in the upcoming matches. The tournament continues, and more drama and decisive moments await us on the path to the Austin Major championship.