In the Group B lower bracket semi-final at BLAST Open London 2025, G2 faced FlyQuest. For both teams, it was a do-or-die match, but the level of play turned out to be completely one-sided. The European squad left no chance for their opponent, securing a dominant 2:0 victory with crushing scorelines — 13:4 on Mirage and 13:6 on Ancient.
Teams’ Path in the Tournament
FlyQuest began their BLAST Open London 2025 campaign with a 0:2 loss to Team Spirit, immediately dropping into the lower bracket. There, they survived a tense clash against Legacy, winning Mirage and the decider Inferno to take the series 2:1. However, their next opponent was G2 — one of the tournament favorites. FlyQuest tried to put up resistance, but their offense lacked bite, resulting in a devastating 0:2 defeat and elimination from the event.
G2, on the other hand, also stumbled early. They fell to MOUZ 0:2 in their opening match but quickly recovered in the lower bracket, sweeping Liquid 2:0. Against FlyQuest, they showed no mercy, producing another clean 2:0 win. With this performance, G2 continue their run at the tournament and remain firmly in the playoff race.
Match Timeline
- Mirage (13:4, FlyQuest’s pick)
FlyQuest decided to start the series on Mirage, but the pick backfired quickly. The beginning suggested a close game, but after the 4:4 mark, G2 completely took over. SunPayus dominated mid with the AWP, while huNter- consistently created space by winning duels in critical areas. From that point, FlyQuest had no answers, as G2 closed the map comfortably 13:4.
- Ancient (13:6, G2’s pick)
On their own pick, G2 looked even more confident. HeavyGod and malbsMd were an impenetrable wall on defense, while MATYS provided reliable support in retakes. FlyQuest tried to respond with regali’s aggression, but his individual efforts weren’t enough. G2 remained disciplined and composed, quickly building a lead and sealing the map 13:6 to win the series.
Player Stats for the Match
Player of the Match
The MVP of the series was Nemanja “huNter-” Kovač, who delivered one of his best performances in recent months. His stability and impact were evident on both maps:
- K-D: 29–13 (+16)
- ADR: 80.1
- Rating 3.0: 1.63
HuNter- consistently won key duels, created space with his aggressive entries, and closed out crucial clutch rounds. His contribution wasn’t just about numbers — he dictated G2’s tempo and instilled confidence in his teammates. His experience, composure, and smart decision-making made him the backbone of G2’s convincing victory.
Team Performance
- FlyQuest
The team looked lost and unable to adapt to their opponent’s style. Regali (23–25, 0.99 rating) was the only player who tried to fight back, but his teammates collapsed: jks (18–26, 0.82 rating) and nettiK (15–29, 0.61 rating) failed to hold their positions, INS (12–31, 0.53 rating) stood little chance in duels, and Vexite (11–28, 0.50 rating) was the weakest link. The team lacked ideas in their tactics, while lost entry duels destroyed most of their offensive attempts.
- G2
The European squad played exemplary Counter-Strike. SunPayus (33–15, 1.60 rating) was unstoppable with the AWP, locking down the map at every angle. HeavyGod (27–13, 1.41 rating) was a rock-solid defender, malbsMd (27–19, 1.25 rating) constantly applied pressure, and MATYS (22–20, 0.82 rating) acted as the unsung hero — covering teammates and playing with discipline. The entire lineup followed the game plan with precision and showcased excellent cohesion.
FlyQuest failed to mount a fight and exit BLAST Open London 2025 after a crushing 0:2 loss. They looked helpless on both maps and couldn’t capitalize even on their own pick.
For G2, this was another strong statement. Their synergy, individual brilliance, and dominance in key moments allowed them to progress confidently in the tournament. It’s a crucial step forward for the Europeans, while for FlyQuest it’s a painful reminder that competing with tier-one teams requires deeper strategy and greater consistency.
