Vitality became the first finalist of IEM Chengdu 2025, defeating MOUZ in the semifinals with a score of 2:1. The match was a true thriller, where both teams showcased a high level of preparation and incredible resilience, but it was the French-European team that proved stronger in the decisive moments.

Match Progress

The first map was Nuke, chosen by Vitality. The match began under MOUZ's control, who took nine rounds on defense, but after the side switch, Vitality seized the initiative — ZywOo and flameZ pulled off a series of key moments, and the team completed a comeback to 16:13.

On Train, MOUZ displayed their signature style — strong coordination and precise retakes allowed them to level the series, winning 13:11. The most consistent player for the "mice" was frozen, who continuously created space for his teammates.

The decisive map was Inferno, where Vitality showed true championship character. Despite an even first half (6:6), in the second half, the French team dominated on defense — ZywOo and ropz confidently closed rounds, securing a final victory of 13:10 and advancing to the final.

MVP of the Match

The best player of the series was Robin “ropz” Kool, who once again proved his consistency in the playoffs. The Estonian finished the match with stats of 0.78 KPR, 0.53 DPR, and 77.4 ADR, repeatedly saving the team in crucial moments.

What's Next for the Teams

Following this victory, Vitality advances to the grand final of IEM Chengdu 2025, where they will face the winner of the Falcons/Furia matchup. For apEX's team, this is a chance to solidify their success after a confident performance at the ESL Pro League.

MOUZ, on the other hand, will continue their fight for the bronze in the third-place match, where they will attempt to finish their run in China on a high note.

Intel Extreme Masters Chengdu 2025 takes place from November 2 to November 8 in China. The tournament's prize pool is $1,000,000. Follow the news and match results of IEM Chengdu 2025 on our website.