IEM Cologne 2025 in Counter-Strike 2 has concluded, and it's time to highlight the top 5 best snipers of the tournament who delivered outstanding performances during the group stage and playoffs. The analysis is based on AWP sniper rifle usage statistics, considering their contribution to team victories, key match moments, and outcomes that determined the winners.
We will also delve into who these players competed against, where their teams placed, and how it affected the prize pool distribution. Each sniper on this list not only demonstrated high skill but also became a key element in their team's strategy. Below, we provide detailed statistics for each player to better understand their contributions.
5. 910 ( The MongolZ ) - With a rating of 5.9
910 delivered 0.283 kills and 25.78 damage with the sniper rifle. The MongolZ reached the quarterfinals, where they lost to Natus Vincere (0-2), securing 7-8th place and sharing $40,000. 910 was a reliable sniper who stabilized the team's positions at critical moments.
AWP stats:
Kills: 0.283
Damage: 25.78 .
4. w0nderful ( Natus Vincere ) - Rating 6.5
w0nderful secured 0.336 kills and 29.23 damage with the sniper rifle. Natus Vincere defeated FaZe Clan in the playoff entry match (2-1), but fell to Team Spirit in the semifinals (1-2), finishing in 3-4th place and sharing $80,000. w0nderful effectively used the AWP to support key moments.
AWP stats:
Kills: 0.336
Damage: 29.23 .
3. torzsi ( Mouz ) - With a rating of 6.5
torzsi achieved 0.386 kills and 32.76 damage with the sniper rifle. Mouz defeated Vitality in the semifinals (2-0), but lost to Team Spirit in the grand final (0-3), taking 2nd place and earning $180,000. torzsi became one of the team's leaders, providing necessary stability.
AWP stats:
Kills: 0.386
Damage: 32.76
2. sh1ro ( Team Spirit ) - Rating 6.7
sh1ro delivered 0.391 kills and 32.43 damage with the sniper rifle. Team Spirit defeated Natus Vincere in the semifinals (2-1) and Mouz in the grand final (3-0), becoming champions and taking 1st place, earning $400,000. sh1ro became a key sniper who dictated the course of matches.
AWP stats:
Kills: 0.391
Damage: 32.43
1. molodoy ( FURIA Esports ) - With a rating of 6.7
molodoy achieved 0.484 kills and 44.94 damage with the sniper rifle. FURIA Esports defeated G2 Esports in the playoff entry match (2-0), but lost to Mouz in the quarterfinals (1-2), securing 5-6th place and sharing $40,000. molodoy was an aggressive sniper who applied pressure on opponents.
AWP stats:
Kills: 0.484
Damage: 44.94
The tournament showcased true masters of sniping, with Team Spirit becoming champions thanks to sh1ro 's efforts, securing victory over Mouz in the grand final (3-0). Mouz , led by torzsi , reached the final but fell short. Natus Vincere and The MongolZ delivered strong performances, reaching the quarterfinals and semifinals, thanks to w0nderful and 910 . FURIA Esports , with molodoy , also made their mark, reaching the semifinals.
IEM Cologne 2025 took place from July 23 to August 3 in Germany . The tournament's prize pool was $1,000,000.
