From November 12 to 16, Hong Kong becomes the center of the Counter-Strike 2 world as BLAST Rivals 2025 Season 2 unfolds at the AsiaWorld-Arena in Chek Lap Kok. Eight top international teams will compete for prestige, momentum, and the final chance to fine-tune their play before the StarLadder Major in Budapest.
Format
The tournament features two GSL-style groups with four teams each. All matches are best-of-three. The top three teams from each group advance to the playoffs:
- Group winners move directly to the Semifinals.
- Runners-up advance to the Quarterfinals as high seeds.
- Third-place teams qualify as low seeds.
The Playoffs will follow a single-elimination format, with Quarterfinals and Semifinals as bo3 and the Grand Final as bo5.
Prize Pool Distribution
The $350,000 prize pool will be divided among all eight participants, with the champion earning the biggest share. Every placement matters, as even early exits guarantee a payout.
- 1st place: $125,000
- 2nd place: $75,000
- 3rd–4th: $40,000
- 5th–6th: $25,000
- 7th–8th: $10,000
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Schedule (CEST)
Wednesday, November 12 — Opening Matches
- 03:00 — The MongolZ vs Passion UA
- 05:30 — Spirit vs Falcons
- 08:30 — FURIA vs paiN
- 10:30 — Vitality vs TYLOO
Thursday, November 13 — Group Finals
- 03:00 — Group A Lower Bracket Final
- 05:30 — Group A Upper Bracket Final
- 08:00 — Group B Lower Bracket Final
- 10:30 — Group B Upper Bracket Final
Friday, November 14 — Quarterfinals
- 09:00 — Quarterfinal #1
- 11:30 — Quarterfinal #2
Saturday, November 15 — Semifinals
- 09:00 — Semifinal #1
- 11:30 — Semifinal #2
Sunday, November 16 — Grand Final
- 09:00 — Grand Final (bo5)
Where to Watch
All matches will be streamed live on BLAST’s official Twitch and YouTube channels, with additional community co-streams and regional broadcasts available for local audiences.
Why Watch BLAST Rivals 2025 Season 2
As the final S-Tier tournament before the Major, BLAST Rivals 2025 Season 2 offers a crucial preview of team form heading into Budapest. FURIA and Vitality arrive as favorites after their Chengdu showdown, Falcons aim to build on their rise, while Spirit and The MongolZ seek consistency. For Passion UA, paiN, and TYLOO, it’s a last chance to test themselves against world-class opponents. Every map in Hong Kong matters — it’s the last look at which teams are ready to peak when it counts most.
