The race for the MVP title at the BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025 is heating up — with legendary veterans and explosive young guns all in the mix. From ZywOo’s unstoppable form to donk’s dominance and m0NESY’s Falcons debut, the spotlight is on. Who’s your pick?
The Most Valuable Player (MVP) isn’t just the one with flashy highlights — it’s the player who consistently delivers impact, carries their team when it matters most, and elevates their squad to new heights. Awards the MVP medal based on overall performance, statistics, impact rating, and contribution in high-pressure matches, especially during the playoffs. Longevity throughout the tournament, clutch potential, and standout maps against top-tier opponents all play a crucial role in crowning the MVP.
Mathieu “ZywOo” Herbaut
Mathieu “ZywOo” Herbaut is one of the most obvious MVP candidates at the BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025. Whenever you think of the MVP award, his name is the first that comes to mind. Across the last five Tier-1 tournaments featuring Team Vitality, ZywOo has consistently claimed the MVP title. His performance this year has been nothing short of phenomenal — he’s maintained elite form throughout the season.
Many believe Vitality are poised to win the Major and usher in a new CS2 era. If that happens, ZywOo is the likeliest MVP. Every time Vitality wins a tournament, he leads the charge. Even with the arrival of ropz, ZywOo remains the cornerstone of their success.
ZywOo already claimed a Major MVP when Vitality won the final CS:GO Major at BLAST.tv Paris 2023 — hosted by the same organizers as the current event. Over the past three months, he holds a 1.45 rating against top-30 teams, placing him second globally and proving he’s in prime form.
Danil “donk” Kryshkovets
Danil “donk” Kryshkovets is a phenomenal talent from Team Spirit, and his 2024 Player of the Year award backs that up. In the last three months, he’s played 42 maps against top-30 teams with a jaw-dropping 1.45 rating, +257 kill differential, and 1.46 K/D. The numbers speak for themselves.
donk has already collected eight MVP medals, including from the previous Major — the Perfect World Shanghai Major 2024 — and most recently at PGL Astana 2025. His contribution to Spirit’s success is immense: the team consistently reaches top-4 finishes, with donk as their undisputed firepower. Victories at PGL Astana, BLAST Bounty Finals, and the Shanghai Major confirm his place among the world’s elite.
At just 18 years old, he’s become a terrifying force on the server. Even as rival teams get stronger, donk remains consistent and unpredictable. If Spirit reach the finals — or win it all — donk is the clear MVP frontrunner.
Ilya “m0NESY” Osipov
Ilya “m0NESY” Osipov is one of the brightest young AWPers on the CS2 circuit, and his move to Falcons was easily the transfer of the year. Just a month into his new team, he’s already shining as a superstar. With a 1.28 HLTV rating over the past three months against top-30 teams, m0NESY ranks third in the world.
His stats reflect both consistency and versatility — he’s also among the best in clutch scenarios. m0NESY can break through defenses with raw aggression or pull off miraculous saves in tight spots.
Though he’s only attended four Majors and hasn’t won one yet, m0NESY has already made two semifinal appearances — at the Perfect World Shanghai Major 2024 and PGL CS2 Major Copenhagen. His journey is just beginning, and the BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025 could be the moment he cements himself as one of the very best.
If Falcons reach the finals and m0NESY continues his explosive and precise play, his MVP candidacy will be undeniable.
Ádám “torzsi” Torzsás
Ádám “torzsi” Torzsás is the reliable AWPer for MOUZ and is arguably having the best year of his career in 2025. In the last three months, he broke into the top 15 players globally against top-30 opponents with a solid 1.14 rating.
torzsi is excelling in all the key metrics for an AWPer — consistent firepower and calm execution in late rounds. His showing at IEM Dallas 2025 included wins over Falcons, Liquid, The MongolZ, and BC.Game, where he played a central role in MOUZ’s dominance.
Although he hasn’t won a Major yet, torzsi has built a strong resume over the past 18 months: top-4 at the Perfect World Shanghai Major 2024, victory at PGL Cluj-Napoca 2025, finals at ESL Pro League and BLAST Open Lisbon, plus several podium finishes. He’s been part of the MOUZ lineup for over 1,200 days, and the team is in one of its best forms to date.
If MOUZ reach the final in Austin, torzsi will not only be in contention for his first Major title — but also as one of the top MVP candidates, especially if he maintains his LAN consistency and impact.
Oleksandr “s1mple” Kostyliev
The King is back — and the entire CS2 scene is watching. Oleksandr “s1mple” Kostyliev, arguably the greatest to ever touch the game, has returned to competition after a long break. Now wearing the FaZe jersey, he enters the BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025 with something to prove: that he’s still got what it takes to dominate at the highest level.
Despite only playing seven maps over the past three months, s1mple posted a strong 1.11 rating — a clear sign that his mechanics and impact remain elite. His signature AWP work, sharp openings, and clutch potential are still there. But more than that, he brings a legacy — one that still intimidates even the boldest of rising stars.
FaZe themselves have made it clear: this Major is all or nothing. The organization went all-in by signing s1mple, and the pressure is sky-high. Anything short of a deep playoff run could mean roster changes. But if anyone can turn that gamble into glory, it’s s1mple. With karrigan’s legendary leadership and the Major atmosphere that always seems to bring out the best in FaZe, the stars might just align.
This tournament isn’t just about reclaiming trophies — it’s about rewriting the narrative. Can s1mple shut down the new generation and remind the world why he was once untouchable? The group stage will give us the answer. One thing is certain: if FaZe go deep in Austin, s1mple will be at the center of it.
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Final Thoughts
The BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025 isn’t just about crowning a champion — it’s about defining legacies. ZywOo’s dominance, donk’s rise, NiKo’s redemption arc, m0NESY’s breakout, and torzsi’s consistency have all shaped the storylines heading into the playoffs.
As the pressure builds and every round matters, only one will walk away with the MVP medal — but all five have already made their mark. Now it’s time to watch the servers — and history — unfold.
