The fourth day of the group stage at PGL Astana 2025 determined the future of two teams. In the elimination match, Ninjas in Pyjamas faced off against HOTU—the Swedish organization secured a victory, keeping their hopes of advancing from the group alive, while HOTU concluded their tournament run. In a parallel match for a playoff spot, FURIA confidently defeated ODDIK, securing their place in the next stage. ODDIK moved to the decisive 2-2 pool match, where they will compete for the last playoff spot.

FURIA 2:0 ODDIK

Maps: Anubis (13:7), Train (13:6)

FURIA confidently secured their playoff spot, leaving ODDIK without a chance for victory. Excellent coordination and individual skill allowed the team to dominate on both maps. ODDIK heads to a 2-2 score. More details on the match results can be found here.

MVP: YEKINDAR – 36/21, 102 ADR, rating 7.8

EVP: WOOD7 – 26/27, 80 ADR, rating 6.0

Ninjas in Pyjamas 2:0 HOTU

Maps: Ancient (13:10), Nuke (13:7)

NiP continued their tournament journey with a victory over HOTU. NiP displayed consistent gameplay, managing to overturn moments where HOTU threatened to take the initiative. On the first map, Ancient, NiP successfully held off their opponent in crucial rounds, and on Nuke, they appeared even more confident. HOTU exited the tournament. More details on the match results can be found here.

MVP: r1nkle – 50/24, 103 ADR

EVP: dukefissura – 33/33, 86 ADR

PGL Astana 2025 takes place from May 10 to 18. The entire tournament is held in Astana, Kazakhstan, at the Barys Arena. Participants compete for a prize pool of $625,000. You can follow the results and progress of the tournament through this link.