Elimination matches at the BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025: European Regional Qualifier — teams B8 and GamerLegion managed to keep their chances of reaching the major alive by securing crucial victories in the lower bracket: the Ukrainian team B8 snatched victory from PARIVISION in a hard-fought BO3 series, while GamerLegion decisively defeated 500.

B8 vs. PARIVISION

The first match was between B8 and PARIVISION. The clash proved to be a real test for both sides. On Dust II, PARIVISION confidently led the first half (8:4) and managed to close the map 13:11, despite comeback attempts from B8. However, on Mirage, everything turned around — B8 set the pace from the first half, taking it with a convincing score and not allowing the opponent to challenge in the second — 13:7. Everything was decided on Ancient: the first half again went to B8 (8:4), but PARIVISION responded symmetrically, taking the game into overtime. There, nerves took over, and B8 won 4 out of 5 rounds — 16:13. The final victory was 2:1, advancing them further in the lower bracket.

GamerLegion vs. 500

Next was the match between GamerLegion and 500, which turned into a demonstration of total dominance. On Anubis, GL left no chance for the opponent — the first half ended 10:2, and they easily secured the remaining three rounds — 13:2. On Ancient, the scenario repeated: dominance again in the first half 10:2 and a quick conclusion — 13:2. The match ended with a confident 2:0 victory for GamerLegion, and the team 500 exits the tournament.

The BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025: European Regional Qualifier takes place from April 14 to 17. The entire tournament is held online. Participants compete for six slots at the BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025. You can follow the results and progress of the tournament at this link.