Dates
Jun 03 - Jun 22, 2025
Major Event Guide
CS2 Austin Major
BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025 was the North America CS2 Major and the first Major to use the expanded 32-team championship format.
Status
Completed
Dates
Jun 03 - Jun 22, 2025
Teams
32
Prize pool
$1,250,000
2025
CompletedBLAST
Host city
Austin
United States
Champion
Team Vitality
Runner-up
The MongolZ
32 teams$1,250,000Jun 03 - Jun 22, 2025
Championship flow
Stage 1
Stage 2
Stage 3
Playoffs
Schedule, dates and location
Location
Austin, United States
Teams
32-team championship field
Bracket and format
Austin introduced Stage 1, Stage 2, Stage 3, and then the playoffs, which expanded the Major from 24 teams to 32 teams.
The playoff bracket ended with Team Vitality beating The MongolZ after the field came through three Swiss stages and the final playoff run.
Teams and qualification context
CS2 Austin Major sits inside a 32-team Major field with a $1,250,000 prize pool.
The Austin cycle overlapped with Valve's move toward VRS-led access and the reworked Major qualification model for the larger field.
FAQ
CS2 Austin Major questions
What dates are CS2 Austin Major happening?
CS2 Austin Major is scheduled for Jun 03 - Jun 22, 2025.
Where can I find the CS2 Austin Major bracket?
The CS2 Austin Major bracket and format details are covered in the bracket and format section on this BO5 page.
Where is CS2 Austin Major?
CS2 Austin Major is set in Austin, United States.
How many teams are in CS2 Austin Major?
CS2 Austin Major is listed with a 32-team field.
What format does CS2 Austin Major use?
Austin introduced Stage 1, Stage 2, Stage 3, and then the playoffs, which expanded the Major from 24 teams to 32 teams.
Who won CS2 Austin Major?
Team Vitality won CS2 Austin Major, with The MongolZ finishing as runner-up.