After the conclusion of StarLadder Budapest Major, the analytical focus shifted from team results to individual impact. The EVP (Extremely Valuable Player) status was awarded to ten players whose performances consistently influenced match outcomes — regardless of the stage at which their teams exited the tournament.
EVP StarLadder Budapest Major 2025
EVP is not an evaluation of highlights, but of consistency, decision-making, and effectiveness against top-tier opposition. The list includes a mix of champions, finalists, and players who remained the key figures of their teams even in defeat. HLTV Rating 3.0 data, impact metrics, and playoff performances formed the basis of this selection.
Robin “ropz” Kool
One of the most consistent players of the tournament and the foundation of Vitality’s championship structure. ropz demonstrated elite game sense, a minimal number of mistakes, and decisive impact in the playoffs, especially against top opponents. His EVP is a reward for systematic dominance rather than isolated standout series.
Danil “donk” Kryshkovets
The most eye-catching individual performance among the Major’s young stars. donk consistently created advantages through aggression and mechanical superiority, remaining effective even in long, demanding series. His numbers on key maps confirmed his status as one of the biggest revelations of the season.
William “mezii” Merriman
A key element of Vitality’s championship formula. mezii combined leadership responsibilities with high individual efficiency, particularly in the final stages of the tournament. His EVP reflects control of game tempo and composure in decisive moments.
David “frozen” Čerňanský
frozen’s consistency was one of the main reasons for his team’s deep run. He regularly won duels against top-tier opponents and provided reliability in rotations. His statistics confirm that this was one of the most even and stable tournaments of his career.
Ihor “w0nderful” Zhdanov
The strongest Major performance of w0nderful’s career. His AWP impact in both the group stage and playoffs repeatedly shifted the course of matches, while his consistency across different maps became a key factor in his team’s success. The EVP is a logical recognition of that progress.
Russell “Twistzz” Van Dulken
Twistzz once again confirmed his status as one of the most versatile players on the scene. A high level of aim, positional discipline, and efficiency in decisive rounds allowed him to remain impactful even in the toughest series of the tournament.
Helvijs “broky” Saukants
broky’s AWP role at this Major was critically important to his team’s structure. He consistently found opening picks and maintained impact in clutch situations. The EVP for broky is a reward for reliability and composure under pressure.
Mihai “iM” Ivan
iM delivered one of his best LAN tournaments of the season. His aggressive style and ability to win key duels gave his team momentum in decisive matches. His inclusion in the EVP list highlights his growth at the top level.
Drin “makazze” Shaqiri
One of the most unexpected yet well-deserved EVPs. makazze stood out with exceptionally high individual impact in key series, showing confidence against tournament favorites. His performance became one of the surprises of the event.
Dmitry “sh1ro” Sokolov
Composure and control were the defining traits of sh1ro’s performance at the Budapest Major. His consistent AWP output and late-round presence made him indispensable to his team, even in matches where the overall result was negative.
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No random names
The EVP StarLadder Budapest Major list reflects a true snapshot of the scene’s strength at the end of the season. There are no random inclusions here — each of the ten players consistently influenced their team’s game. For w0nderful, iM, and makazze, this recognition is especially significant, as it cements their status among the Major’s strongest individual performers and sets high expectations for the next season.
