Third-place teams proceed as low seeds.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nThe playoffs will follow a single-elimination structure.
\nQuarterfinals and Semifinals will be best-of-three, and the Grand Final will be best-of-five.<\/p>\n
S-Tier \u2014 FURIA, Vitality<\/h3>\n
The IEM Chengdu finalists arrive in excellent form. FURIA are on a high after lifting the trophy in China \u2014 their confidence and aggressive mid-round decisions are working perfectly. Vitality remain the benchmark of structure and discipline, led by ZywOo\u2019s consistent brilliance. Both teams are expected to dominate their groups and could easily meet again in the Grand Final.<\/p>\n
A-Tier \u2014 Falcons<\/h3>\n
After finishing third at IEM Chengdu, Falcons look increasingly dangerous. The team\u2019s coordination is improving, and their key players are finding rhythm at the right time. With a favorable bracket, Falcons could realistically reach the final and challenge the tournament favorites.<\/p>\n
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B-Tier \u2014 Spirit, The MongolZ<\/h3>\n
Spirit are still in a transitional phase before the Major. Their mechanical skill remains elite, but cohesion and tactical balance are not yet stable. They may even hold back key strategies ahead of Budapest. The MongolZ, on the other hand, continue to rise. Their refreshed roster looked promising in Chengdu, but it\u2019s unclear whether that success will continue. They are unpredictable and capable of surprising stronger opponents.<\/p>\n
C-Tier \u2014 Passion UA, paiN<\/h3>\n
Passion UA have not played an official match since September 30, which means nearly six weeks without competition. That could cause early struggles, but their unorthodox style can still produce upsets. paiN are equally volatile \u2014 capable of brilliance or collapse depending on the day. Their individual talent gives them a chance, but consistency remains the main question.<\/p>\n
D-Tier \u2014 TYLOO<\/h3>\n
TYLOO will enjoy the advantage of playing on home soil in Hong Kong. The local support could give them the energy to exceed expectations, even if their international results have been limited. They enter as underdogs but could play spoiler with one strong series.<\/p>\n
Why Watch BLAST Rivals 2025 Season 2<\/h3>\n
BLAST Rivals 2025 Season 2 is the final test before the StarLadder Major in Budapest \u2014 a last chance for teams to show form, fix mistakes, and build momentum. FURIA and Vitality look to confirm dominance after Chengdu, Falcons aim to break through, while Spirit and The MongolZ seek stability. For Passion UA, paiN, and TYLOO, it\u2019s a chance to prove themselves and gain confidence before the season\u2019s biggest stage.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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