The Ukrainian team B8 continues to impress with consistent results on the international stage. The team has advanced to the grand final of ESL Challenger League Season 49, and with a victory, they will receive a direct invitation to ESL Pro League Season 22 — one of the most prestigious tournaments of the year, set to take place this fall.
B8’s Results
The Ukrainian organization is showing strong performances in the CS2 pro scene. B8 have already qualified for the BLAST.tv Austin Major — a Major tournament with a $1,250,000 prize pool. Despite tough opponents, participation in the Major offers a great chance to prove themselves on the big stage and gain valuable experience.
In addition, the team has already achieved impressive results in 2025:
- 1st place — CCT Season 2 European Series #18
- 2nd place — CCT Season 2 Global Finals (loss in the final to Heroic)
- 3rd place — MESA Nomadic Masters Spring 2025
In the ESL Challenger League playoffs, B8 started in the lower bracket and defeated the following teams:
- Zero Tenacity — 2:0
- Betera Esports — 2:1 in the semifinals
- SINNERS Esports — in the lower bracket final
In the grand final, B8 will face the winner of SINNERS Esports vs Parivision/Betera Esports.
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Road to the Top
If B8 wins the grand final of the ESL Challenger League, they will not only earn $15,000 in prize money, but also receive a direct invite to ESL Pro League Season 22. This tournament is one of the flagship events in the ESL circuit and ranks among the top competitions in professional CS. Participating in it offers not just a chance to compete for a $100,000 first-place prize, but also the opportunity to face off against the best teams in the world.
Moreover, ESL Pro League grants valuable ranking points, which can pave the way to even larger tournaments — including IEM events and future Majors. For B8, this is a chance to climb even higher in the CS2 competitive hierarchy.
A Step Toward the CS Elite
Winning the final would be a major milestone in B8’s development. ESL Pro League is not only prestigious and financially rewarding, but also a gateway to playing on the world stage against top-tier competition. Qualifying for such a tournament could greatly boost the players’ visibility, strengthen the organization’s international reputation, and open doors for new sponsorship opportunities. For the Ukrainian CS scene as a whole, it’s a positive sign of its ongoing rise to the global level.
