The BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025 is set to be one of the most exciting and stacked events in CS2 history. With 24 of the best teams from around the world heading to Texas to fight for the $1,250,000 prize pool and the final title of the season, the stakes couldn’t be higher. As always, not every team is entering the tournament with the same level of expectation. Some are just happy to be here, while others are serious title threats ready to lift the trophy.

This tier list breaks down all the teams competing at the Major, from the biggest underdogs to the unstoppable favorites. We’ve analyzed recent performances, player form, roster changes, and tournament history to rank each team fairly. Whether you’re trying to predict the next breakout squad, looking for the safest bet to win it all, or just want to get familiar with the field before the matches begin — this list is for you. Let’s start from the bottom and work our way up to the very top.

G-tier: Teams just happy to be here

The lowest tier right now is Tier G. This group includes teams that will most likely struggle to move past the opening stage. Fluxo leads this list — the Brazilian team is attending its second Major ever, but they don’t look ready to fight for anything serious. The roster features Andrei "arT" Piovezan, the former FURIA captain, but that’s about it. Chinggis Warriors also fall into this category. This is their first Major appearance and qualifying was already a huge achievement. Unfortunately, they are top contenders for a 0-3 exit.

NRG also lands here. Despite having a promising North American lineup, they’re not yet strong enough to stand up to the bigger teams. Metizport is in a similar place — an interesting squad, but not proven on LAN. Lynn Vision and Nemiga are two more teams in this group. They may surprise in a single match, but overall, they’re expected to exit early. Nemiga especially — this is their Major debut, and they’ll be lucky to get a win.

F-tier: Possible surprises, but still outsiders

Tier F includes teams from the opening stage who actually have a shot at going further. Legacy might be a last-minute replacement for the disqualified BESTIA, but they have individual skill and firepower to compete. OG, with their young and explosive lineup, also fall into this group. They have a promising in-game leader and could definitely pull off some big wins. FlyQuest, representing Oceania, is another team that could sneak into the next stage, especially if they hit their form early. 

TYLOO, the Chinese team, has been showing good signs lately — dominating in their region and recently winning a LAN event. They could upset a few European squads. Imperial and Wildcard round out this tier. Imperial lacks consistency, but they’ve played some big LANs and have upset potential. Wildcard had a great run at the last Major, and while they’ve been quiet since, their class should carry them into the next phase.

E-tier: First stage favorites

In Tier E, we find the favorites of the opening stage. Complexity is a top name here, even though they may be without AWPer Håkon "hallzerk" Fjærli. They’ve shown solid form at LANs and have more structure than most teams in the early stage. BetBoom also looks ready to advance. With plenty of experience and a lot of games under their belt in 2025, they have what it takes to go deep. 

B8 is another strong team in this tier. They’ve performed well in Tier 2 Europe and earned a solid third-place finish at MESA Nomadic Masters. LAN experience is a question for them, but they’ve proven their skill. From the second stage, M80 and MIBR are included here too. They aren’t as strong as other second-stage teams, but could still pull off upsets and push through.

D-tier: Wildcards and mystery teams

Tier D is where things get tricky. This tier features teams that are hard to judge or have mixed results. FURIA, for example, now has an English-speaking roster and just placed fourth in Astana, but they remain unpredictable. They could go far — or crash out early. PaiN has one of the most promising South American rosters right now, but haven’t shown much yet. Their ceiling is high, but so is the risk. Virtus.pro is also in this tier. They made some playoff runs earlier this year, but their form has been poor lately. The biggest issue is their captain, Denis "electroNic" Sharipov, who hasn’t stepped up individually. 

3DMAX also dropped off after a strong start to the year, and right now, the French squad looks like it’s lost momentum. HEROIC, on the other hand, are rising. They’ve won both online and LAN events in 2025 and had solid wins recently in Dallas, including against FaZe and Aurora. They look like a solid bet to go far. G2 is also here — though they’re a team in transition. With roster changes expected next season, including a new coach and AWPer, it’s hard to view them as true contenders at this event.

C-tier: Strong names with big questions

Tier C includes teams with big names but also big question marks. FaZe, now with Oleksandr "s1mple" Kostyliev and Håvard "rain" Nygaard back in the lineup, has tons of talent. But the team is still forming, and it's unclear if they’ve had enough time together to truly gel. Still, experience and firepower make them a dangerous opponent. 

Liquid is another team that looks better with Kamil "siuhy" Szkaradek as IGL, but they’re still finding consistency. One playoff finish in three events isn’t enough to call them contenders. Then there’s NAVI — a team with no major results in 2025. The roster seems off, and everyone is underperforming. A bootcamp might help them bounce back, but there’s no guarantee.

B-tier: Playoff-ready teams

Tier B features the teams that should be in the playoffs — no excuses. Aurora, The MongolZ, and Spirit are all here. Aurora has been on a tear and has looked solid at almost every event. The MongolZ continue to impress, even against top teams. And Spirit, while they recently won a big tournament, still have something to prove — their Major win came without facing top-tier teams like Vitality, MOUZ, or Falcons. Until they beat those squads, they remain a step behind.

A-tier: Real title threats

Tier A includes only two teams: MOUZ and Falcons. Both have had excellent seasons. MOUZ just made the finals at IEM Dallas and have been consistent across events. Falcons have been in three straight finals and even won one. These two should be in the top four, and anything less would be a disappointment. They’re legit title contenders — but not the favorite.

S-tier: The unstoppable force

That honor belongs to Vitality, the only team in the S-tier. They’ve won six events in a row, have a 30-match win streak, and haven’t shown any signs of slowing down. With a team full of stars, including Mathieu "ZywOo" Herbaut, and incredible structure, they look like the most dominant squad in Counter-Strike history. At this point, anything less than a Major win would be a shock. Vitality is the team to beat — and it’s not even close.

As we head into the BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025, the stage is set for one of the most stacked events in Counter-Strike history. From rising underdogs to dominant favorites, every tier has its own storyline to follow. Some teams will surprise, others will disappoint — but that’s what makes a Major special.

All eyes are on Vitality, the most dominant team we’ve seen in years. With six titles in a row and a 30-match win streak, they’re not just the team to beat — they’re the team everyone fears. But history has shown us that even the biggest favorites can fall. Just think back to Liquid in 2019.