Virtus.pro make roster change: FL4MUS benched, Perfecto joins the squad

<p>Virtus.pro have officially removed Timur “<a href="/en/players/fl4mus" target="_self">FL4MUS</a>” Mareev from their starting CS2 lineup. The player has been moved to the bench after a series of underwhelming performances — both individually and as part of the team.</p><p>To fill the gap, the organization signed Ilya “<a href="/en/players/perfecto" target="_self">Perfecto</a>” Zalutskiy. He has already started practicing with the team and is expected to debut at upcoming tournaments.</p><p>Perfecto is an experienced, consistent, and versatile player who can adapt to any role. His calm playstyle might be exactly what Virtus.pro need to bounce back after a shaky spring season.</p><p>VP’s current roster:</p><ul><li><a href="/en/players/electronic" target="_self">electroNic</a>&nbsp;(IGL)</li><li><a href="/en/players/fl1t" target="_self">FL1T</a></li><li><a href="/en/players/fame" target="_self">fame</a></li><li><a href="/en/players/icy" target="_self">ICY</a></li><li>Perfecto</li><li>FL4MUS (benched)</li></ul><p>This change seems logical — VP have been looking to bring more structure and stability into their game. Perfecto’s arrival could be the key to building a more mature and reliable team. The only question now is how fast he’ll integrate with the squad and whether they’ll be ready for the next big events.</p>

Spirit eye zweih: potential future teammate for donk

<p>According to HLTV sources, Spirit are targeting&nbsp;<a href="/en/players/zweih" target="_self">zweih</a>, one of Nemiga’s standout performers who impressed at the recent Austin Major.</p><p>At just 17, zweih already looks like a solid contender for a spot in a top-tier lineup. While it’s unclear who he could replace, he shares roles with&nbsp;<a href="/en/players/magixx" target="_self">magixx</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="/en/players/zont1x" target="_self">zont1x</a>, suggesting that Spirit may be planning a serious lineup shuffle.</p><p>zweih stepped into the pro scene only a year ago — at 16 — and quickly made a name for himself with his reliable defensive play. He calmly locks down sites, trades consistently, and isn't afraid to step up under pressure. He’s holding a 1.10 average rating, mostly playing against top-30 teams.</p><p>Funny enough, it was&nbsp;<a href="/en/players/donk" target="_self">donk</a>&nbsp;who back in winter included zweih in his bold predictions list. If the transfer goes through, they might soon find themselves not as rivals — but as teammates.</p>

Sangal bench maaryy

<p>Sangal have announced that Polish player Martin "<a href="/en/players/maaryy" target="_self">maaryy</a>" Nakonieczny has been moved to the bench. He joined the team in March 2025 from ESC, but failed to deliver consistent results — averaging a 0.90 rating during his time on the roster.</p><p>The current active Sangal lineup is:</p><p>Danil "<a href="/en/players/danistzz" target="_self">danistzz</a>" Roslyakov (Russia)<br>Raul "<a href="/en/players/blytz" target="_self">Blytz</a>" Gligor (Romania)<br>Bartosz "<a href="/en/players/bnox" target="_self">bnox</a>" Niebisz (Poland)<br>Bartek "<a href="/en/players/masked" target="_self">mASKED</a>" Trybuła (Poland)<br>Jimmy "Jumpy" Berndtsson (Sweden, coach)</p><p>The future of maaryy within the team remains uncertain.</p>

G2 are preparing to replace Snax — huNter- to take over as IGL

<p>At the end of June, it was reported that G2 are planning roster changes. Janusz&nbsp;<a href="/en/players/snax" target="_self">Snax</a>&nbsp;Pogorzelski may leave the team, while the in-game leader role is expected to be taken over by Nemanja&nbsp;<a href="/en/players/hunter" target="_self">huNter-</a>&nbsp;Kovač, who had already partially taken on the responsibility on the CT side.</p><p>One of the main candidates to replace him is 18-year-old&nbsp;<a href="/en/players/xkacpersky" target="_self">xKacpersky</a>&nbsp;from ENCE, who has shown consistent stats since moving from Young Ninjas.</p><p>These changes come after a tough season, where G2 only achieved notable results at BLAST Bounty and PGL Bucharest. Following&nbsp;<a href="/en/blog/m0nesy-transfer-to-falcons-becomes-the-most-expensive-in-cs-history" target="_self">m0NESY's move to Falcons</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="/en/players/hades" target="_self">hades</a>' brief stint, the organization continues its rebuild. In addition,&nbsp;<a href="/en/players/sunpayus" target="_self">SunPayus</a>&nbsp;and coach sAw, who have already said goodbye to HEROIC, are reportedly close to joining G2.</p>

CS2 News – June 18, 2025

<h2>paiN and Astralis place their trust in their captains and aim for victories in the near future</h2><h3>biguzera extends contract with paiN</h3><p>28-year-old paiN captain Rodrigo "<a href="/en/players/biguzera" target="_self">biguzera</a>" Bittencourt has officially extended his contract with the Brazilian organization he has represented since 2019. The deal was signed during the current tournament, shortly after paiN reached the playoffs of the Austin Major for the first time in their history. The new contract runs through the end of 2026, providing stability and strengthening the team’s position on the international scene.</p><h3>HooXi signs full contract with Astralis</h3><p>Danish in-game leader Rasmus "<a href="/en/players/hooxi" target="_self">HooXi</a>" Nielsen has officially joined Astralis after a successful stint as a stand-in. The organization confirmed he will remain on the roster permanently. Despite recent challenges and rumors of internal restructuring within the CS division, the club expects HooXi’s experience to bring much-needed stability and restore the team's former confidence.</p><h3>What’s next?</h3><p>paiN is preparing for a crucial match against FURIA at the BLAST.tv Austin Major, while Astralis continues to work with their new IGL, hoping to improve their results and climb back up the global rankings. Both teams are betting on their captains to lead and inspire under the pressure of CS2’s competitive scene.</p>

Falcons sign kyousuke to replace Magisk

<h2>Team Falcons have officially announced a roster change in their CS2 lineup.</h2><p>17-year-old Russian player Maxim "kyousuke" Lukin, also known as SEMEN BAKIN, has taken the place of Emil "<a href="/en/players/magisk" target="_self">Magisk</a>" Reif. Previously part of Spirit Academy, kyousuke is considered one of the most promising young talents.</p><p>Updated Falcons roster:</p><p>Nikola "<a href="/en/players/niko" target="_self">NiKo</a>" Kovač</p><p>Ilya "<a href="/en/players/monesy" target="_self">m0NESY</a>" Osipov</p><p>René "<a href="/en/players/teses" target="_self">TeSeS</a>" Madsen</p><p>Damjan "<a href="/en/players/kyxsan" target="_self">kyxsan</a>" Stoilkovski</p><p>Maxim "<a href="/en/players/kyousuke" target="_self">kyousuke</a>" Lukin</p><p>This move confirms Falcons' intention to build a roster focused on long-term potential. The team continues its rebuild after BLAST.tv Austin Major and aims to strengthen its firepower.</p>

Vitality – champions of BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025

<h2>Vitality bounce back after losing the first map and claim the BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025 title</h2><p>The grand final in Austin lived up to all expectations: tension, drama, and a clash of two forces — European composure versus Asian courage. The MongolZ started strong, but in the decisive moments, it was Vitality’s experience and structured play that made the difference.</p><p>The match kicked off on&nbsp;<a href="/en/wiki/overview-map-mirage" target="_self">Mirage</a>, The MongolZ’s map pick. The Mongolian squad took the map with confidence: aggressive T-side, disciplined CT setups, and minimal mistakes — 13:5 in their favor. ZywOo and&nbsp;<a href="/en/players/apex" target="_self">apEX</a>&nbsp;looked shaken, while&nbsp;<a href="/en/players/910" target="_self">910</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="/en/players/senzu" target="_self">Senzu</a>&nbsp;dominated in every aspect.</p><p>On&nbsp;<a href="/en/wiki/overview-map-dust2" target="_self">Dust2</a>, picked by Vitality, the momentum shifted. The French side took control, set the pace, and turned the match around.</p><p><a href="/en/wiki/overview-map-inferno" target="_self">Inferno</a>, the decider, turned into a real test of resilience. The MongolZ had a strong start, but Vitality adapted in time. Their sharp teamplay and composure in the final rounds secured the championship for the Europeans.</p><p>Result: Vitality are back on top, and&nbsp;<a href="/en/players/zywoo" target="_self">ZywOo</a>&nbsp;is the undisputed hero of the final. The MongolZ leave Austin without the trophy but with the highest respect — the team made history as the first Asian squad to reach a Major grand final, leaving a lasting mark on CS2.</p>

BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025 Semifinals: European consistency and the unpredictable Asian style

<h2>On June 21 in Austin, two semifinal clashes took place, deciding the participants of the tournament’s grand final.</h2><h3>Vitality — MOUZ: 2:1</h3><p>The French five once again proved they are one of the strongest lineups in the world. The match started with a confident win for Vitality on&nbsp;<a href="/en/wiki/overview-map-mirage" target="_self">Mirage</a>&nbsp;— 13:8. However, on&nbsp;<a href="/en/wiki/overview-map-inferno" target="_self">Inferno</a>, MOUZ came alive. Despite a rough start, they pulled off an impressive comeback, winning 13:4. The final map,&nbsp;<a href="/en/wiki/overview-map-train" target="_self">Train</a>, turned into a true tactical battle where Vitality showed calm, discipline, and solid team play. That composure allowed them to close out the series and advance to the final.</p><h3>The MongolZ — paiN: 2:0</h3><p>The Mongolian squad continues to make history. For the first time ever, a team from Asia will play in a Major final. The match against paiN didn’t present much of a challenge — The MongolZ dominated both maps. Mirage ended in a rout — 13:5, and on&nbsp;<a href="/en/wiki/overview-map-anubis" target="_self">Anubis</a>, the South Americans couldn’t find a way to fight back — again 13:5. With every match, this young Mongolian roster looks more confident and dangerous.</p><h3>Summary</h3><p>The grand final will feature the reigning champions and tournament favorites — Vitality, led by&nbsp;<a href="/en/players/apex" target="_self">apEX</a>&nbsp;— against the Major’s biggest sensation, The MongolZ, powered by rising stars&nbsp;<a href="/en/players/910" target="_self">910</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="/en/players/senzu" target="_self">Senzu</a>. It’s not just a battle for the trophy, but a clash between two worlds: the established European elite and the rapidly emerging Asian CS2 scene.</p>

Vitality and The MongolZ reach the semifinals: NAVI and FaZe say goodbye to the Major

<h2>The BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025 quarterfinals ended with a surprising twist and a confident performance by the favorites.</h2><h3>Vitality vs NAVI: 2:0</h3><p>The French squad showcased discipline and class.</p><p><a href="/en/wiki/overview-map-mirage" target="_self">Mirage</a>&nbsp;ended 13:9 in their favor, and on&nbsp;<a href="/en/wiki/overview-map-nuke" target="_self">Nuke</a>, despite resistance from NAVI, Vitality stayed focused and closed out the match 13:11. NAVI are out of the tournament, unable to break through their opponent’s defense despite strong efforts from AWPer&nbsp;<a href="/en/players/w0nderful" target="_self">w0nderful</a>.</p><h3>The MongolZ vs FaZe: 2:0</h3><p>The tournament sensation — The MongolZ eliminated FaZe without dropping a single map. A confident win on Mirage was followed by a hard-fought battle on&nbsp;<a href="/en/wiki/overview-map-anubis" target="_self">Anubis</a>, where the Mongolian team closed it out 13:11.</p><p><a href="/en/players/910" target="_self">910</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="/en/players/senzu" target="_self">Senzu</a>&nbsp;were the heroes of the match, while&nbsp;<a href="/en/players/s1mple" target="_self">s1mple</a>, in his return to tier-1 play, showed glimpses of form and is already looking ahead to upcoming tournaments.</p><p>In the semifinals, Vitality will face MOUZ, while The MongolZ take on paiN. NAVI and FaZe exit the event, and for the first time in CS2 Major history, Asia is represented in the top 4.</p>

BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025 Quarterfinal Results

<h2>Spirit leave the tournament without living up to their favorite status, while FURIA, despite showing great fighting spirit, fell just short of the semifinals.</h2><p>MOUZ vs. Spirit (2:1)</p><p>In a tense series, MOUZ defeated the reigning Major champions Team Spirit 2:1. After a rough start on&nbsp;<a href="/en/wiki/overview-map-mirage" target="_self">Mirage</a>&nbsp;(21:25), the team bounced back on&nbsp;<a href="/en/wiki/overview-map-dust2" target="_self">Dust2</a>&nbsp;(13:9) and closed it out on&nbsp;<a href="/en/wiki/overview-map-nuke" target="_self">Nuke</a>&nbsp;(13:10). A big part of the win was due to an excellent performance by&nbsp;<a href="/en/players/spinx" target="_self">spinx</a>, who consistently secured crucial rounds.</p><p>For Spirit, the loss was especially painful considering the high level of&nbsp;<a href="/en/players/donk" target="_self">donk</a>, whose individual brilliance wasn’t enough to prevent elimination.</p><p>paiN vs. FURIA (2:1)</p><p>The Brazilian derby went in favor of paiN, who prevailed 2:1. FURIA looked strong on Nuke (13:6), but paiN struck back on&nbsp;<a href="/en/wiki/overview-map-anubis" target="_self">Anubis</a>&nbsp;(13:8) and clinched the win in overtime on the deciding&nbsp;<a href="/en/wiki/overview-map-inferno" target="_self">Inferno</a>&nbsp;(16:12).</p><p>The standout player was&nbsp;<a href="/en/players/nqz" target="_self">nqz</a>, whose AWP had massive impact throughout the series.</p>

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