On May 5, 2025, HLTV.org released its updated global rankings for Counter-Strike 2 teams. This week brought significant shifts in the top 10, including a historic achievement for Falcons and noticeable drops for some other teams.
Top 10 CS2 Teams as of May 5, 2025:
- Vitality (1000 points)
- Team Spirit (562 points)
- MOUZ (530 points)
- Falcons (403 points) — up 4 spots
- Natus Vincere (NaVi) (363 points) — down 1 spot
- Aurora (348 points) — down 1 spot
- The MongolZ (335 points) — down 1 spot
- G2 (286 points) — down 1 spot
- FaZe (203 points)
- GamerLegion (164 points) — up 1 spot
Key Changes and Achievements:
Falcons reached the highest position in their history, climbing four spots to 4th place. Their rise was fueled by three consecutive grand finals appearances, including second-place finishes at BLAST Rivals 2025 Season 1 and IEM Melbourne 2025.
Natus Vincere (NaVi) — 5th place (–1)
Despite a minor drop, NaVi remains one of the world’s strongest teams. They consistently reach playoffs at top-tier events, but haven’t been able to close out tournaments in recent months. Inconsistency among individual players and limited tactical depth—especially against other elite teams—are key challenges.
GamerLegion — 10th place (+1)
GamerLegion continues their upward momentum, driven by strong performances from their core roster. They’ve impressed in recent international competitions, securing key wins against similarly ranked opponents. The team is steadily solidifying its position as a reliable top-10 contender.
Virtus.pro — 12th place (163 points)
Virtus.pro remains a dangerous opponent capable of upsetting top teams, but a lack of consistent results keeps them out of the elite. They still rely on their signature slow, calculated style led by Jame. To break back into the top 10, they need more strategic depth and stable form.
Monte — 80th place (7 points)
Monte is going through a rough patch, having lost momentum after roster changes and a string of underwhelming performances. Once a team reaching the Legends Stage at Majors, they’re now in rebuilding mode. A reset in roster direction and management strategy may be needed to revive their trajectory.
B8 — 25th place (38 points)
B8, by contrast, continues to exceed expectations. The team is steadily climbing the ranks through strong showings in regional qualifiers and second-tier tournaments. Their well-coordinated play and investment in young talent suggest they could soon break into the next competitive tier.
Summary: New Leaders and Ukrainian Hope
The May 5 HLTV ranking update confirms one thing: the CS2 landscape is as dynamic as ever. While Falcons make a historic leap and Vitality remain firmly at the top, Ukrainian teams are going through contrasting phases. B8 shows steady progress, while Monte seeks a way back to form. For NaVi, every upcoming event is another opportunity to return to the top 3 and fight for titles once again.
