MOUZ confidently defeated Astralis in the BLAST Bounty Season 2 Finals quarterfinals, winning 2-0 and securing a spot in the semifinals. The Danes, despite a strong run earlier in the tournament, were unable to put up a fight, while the standout player of the series was xertioN with impressive stats — ADR 97.7 and a rating of 1.39.
Tournament run
Astralis had already confidently overcome two opponents prior to this match. First, they easily eliminated Rare Atom with a 2-0 score, and then, in a tense clash, defeated NAVI 2-1. Particularly notable were their dominant victories on Inferno (13:7) and Nuke (13:2), where the Danes left no chance for their rivals. The only setback came on Dust2, which they narrowly lost 11:13, adding even more drama to the series.
MOUZ, in turn, also showcased consistent performances. In their opening match, they took down OG 2-1: after a loss on Nuke (9:13), the team bounced back with crushing wins on Inferno (13:1) and Mirage (13:5). Their next challenge was B8, whom MOUZ defeated 2-0, claiming a confident victory on Ancient (13:5) and edging out a close Train (11:13) in a real battle of tactics and individual skill.
MOUZ vs Astralis — BLAST Bounty Season 2 Finals quarterfinals
In the quarterfinals, MOUZ displayed a composed and well-coordinated game, defeating Astralis 2-0 and moving on to the tournament’s semifinals. The Danish side tried to resist, but MOUZ controlled the pace of the game from the opening rounds.
On Nuke, MOUZ confidently closed the map 13:8, utilizing aggressive entries and precise retakes. The second map, Mirage, turned into a true rout for Astralis — 13:4 — with MOUZ completely dominating in both aim duels and macro play, leaving their opponents no room for a comeback.
MVP of the match
The MVP title of the quarterfinal clash went to xertioN, who finished with ADR 97.7 and a rating of 1.39. He played with composure and consistency throughout the series, executed his role in MOUZ’s tactical setup with precision, and stepped up in key moments to secure round advantages for his team. His impact was evident on both the T and CT sides, making him one of the decisive factors in MOUZ’s confident win over Astralis.
Conclusion
For MOUZ, this victory was yet another confirmation of their excellent form and their ability to confidently overcome even the most experienced opponents. Advancing to the semifinals gives the team a real chance to fight for the title, while Astralis, after this loss, are forced to end their run in the tournament and focus on preparing for future events.
