IEM Cologne 2025 has concluded, and it's time to highlight the top 10 players of the tournament who delivered outstanding performances during the group stage and playoffs. The analysis is based on performance statistics, considering their contributions to team victories, key match moments, and results that determined the winners.
We will also take a detailed look at the opponents these players faced, the standings of their teams, and how this influenced the prize pool distribution. Each player on this list not only demonstrated high individual metrics but also became part of strategic decisions that shaped the course of the tournament.
10. mezii ( Team Vitality ) - With a Rating of 6.4
mezii stood out with 0.73 kills and 0.61 deaths, adding strategic depth to his team. Team Vitality reached the semifinals, where they lost to Mouz (1-2), finishing in 3rd-4th place, sharing $80,000. mezii was a crucial element of stability, especially during moments when the team needed reliability.
Average stats:
Rating: 6.4
KPR: 0.73
adr : 72.98
9. ZywOo ( Team Vitality ) - With a Rating of 6.4
ZywOo displayed 0.76 kills and 0.68 deaths, leading Team Vitality to success. Vitality defeated The MongolZ to reach the semifinals (2-0), where they lost to Mouz (1-2). The team finished in 3rd-4th place, sharing $80,000. ZywOo was a key player, providing leadership and stability.
Average stats:
Rating: 6.4
KPR: 0.76
adr : 84.33
8. w0nderful ( Natus Vincere ) - Rating 6.5
w0nderful contributed 0.73 kills and 0.58 deaths, adding value to his team. Natus Vincere defeated The MongolZ in the playoffs (2-1) but lost to Team Spirit in the semifinals (1-2), finishing in 3rd-4th place, sharing $80,000. w0nderful was key in many rounds, providing necessary support.
Average stats:
Rating: 6.5
KPR: 0.73
adr : 71.82
7. iM ( Natus Vincere ) - Rating 6.5
iM stood out with 0.76 kills and 0.68 deaths, strengthening his team's position. NAVI defeated The MongolZ in the quarterfinals (2-1) but lost to Spirit in the semifinals (1-2), finishing in 3rd-4th place, sharing $80,000. iM became one of the team's leaders, providing essential firepower.
Average stats:
Rating: 6.5
KPR: 0.76
adr : 83.36
6. b1t ( Natus Vincere ) - Rating 6.5
b1t helped his team with 0.76 kills and 0.64 deaths, securing a spot in the semifinals. Natus Vincere defeated FaZe Clan to reach the playoffs (2-1) but lost to Team Spirit in the semifinals (1-2), finishing in 3rd-4th place, sharing $80,000. b1t became an important element of the attack, providing necessary aggression.
Average stats:
Rating: 6.5
KPR: 0.76
adr : 84.23
5. torzsi ( Mouz ) - With a Rating of 6.5
torzsi showed 0.76 kills and 0.55 deaths, adding dynamics to the game. Mouz defeated Vitality in the semifinals (2-0) but lost to Team Spirit in the grand final (0-3), finishing in 2nd place, earning $180,000. torzsi became one of the team's leaders, providing necessary stability.
Average stats:
Rating: 6.5
KPR: 0.76
adr : 73.99
4. ropz ( Team Vitality ) - Rating 6.6
ropz delivered a strong performance with 0.73 kills and 0.59 deaths, although his team was stopped in the playoffs. Team Vitality reached the semifinals, where they lost to Mouz (1-2), finishing in 3rd-4th place, sharing $80,000. ropz was an important part of the strategy, especially in defensive actions.
Average stats:
Rating: 6.6
KPR: 0.73
adr : 81.23
3. molodoy ( FURIA Esports ) - With a Rating of 6.7
molodoy showed consistency with 0.77 kills and 0.52 deaths, adding value to his team. FURIA Esports lost to Mouz in the quarterfinals (2-1), and their path to the semifinals was closed. They finished in 5th-6th place, sharing $40,000. molodoy became one of the leaders of the attack, providing necessary dynamics.
Average stats:
Rating: 6.7
KPR: 0.77
adr : 72.22
2. sh1ro ( Team Spirit ) - Rating 6.7
sh1ro excelled with high accuracy (0.83) and a low death count (0.55), strengthening his team's position. 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 was a key element of the strategy, especially in defensive actions.
Average stats:
Rating: 6.7
KPR: 0.83
adr : 75.52
1. Donk ( Team Spirit ) - With a Rating of 7.6
Donk emerged as the leader, delivering an impressive number of kills (0.97) and minimal deaths (0.68), helping his team achieve success. 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. Donk became the true star of the tournament.
Average stats:
Rating: 7.6
KPR: 0.97
adr : 105.25
The tournament revealed true leaders, with Team Spirit becoming champions thanks to the efforts of Donk and sh1ro , securing victory over Mouz in the grand final (3-0). Mouz , led by torzsi , reached the final but fell short. Natus Vincere and Team Vitality showed strong performances, reaching the semifinals, thanks to w0nderful , iM , b1t , ropz , and mezii . FURIA Esports , with molodoy , also made their mark, reaching the semifinals.
