The NAVI vs. G2 match broke the record for viewership in BLAST Premier history

The confrontation between NAVI and G2 at BLAST Premier broke all records in terms of viewer interest. The total peak viewership across all platforms was 899,345, making it the most popular match in the history of the BLAST tournament series.

Despite NAVI failing to emerge victorious, the game attracted huge attention and made history with its drama and intensity.

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The context fueling the interest

This match wasn't just important - it was the second matchup between NAVI and G2 at the tournament. The Aleksib-led NAVI squad was on top form with a streak of nine straight wins, and their meeting with G2 could have been their tenth consecutive victory. However, G2 finally managed to break that streak, which gave the clash added drama and made the result especially meaningful.

Records and numbers

The final meeting between NAVI and G2 was not only dramatic but also historic in terms of viewership. The broadcast peaked at 899,345 according to Esports Charts, which is a record for BLAST Premier. This figure far surpassed previous Fall Final matches such as:

• G2 vs. Vitality - 627,151 viewers
• FaZe vs. NAVI - 556,633 viewers
• G2 vs. Spirit - 466,549 viewers
• G2 vs. NAVI (group stage) - 389,566 viewers

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Conclusion

The match between NAVI and G2 showed how important such confrontations are for the esports scene. Even NAVI's defeat did not diminish the interest to the game, and the record peak of viewers confirms that such events attract the attention of millions around the world.

Source: Esports Charts