The opening match for both teams in the BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025 Swiss Stage is always a test of resilience. In a best-of-one format, a single mistake can be decisive. FlyQuest and Fluxo represent different regions, with contrasting styles, strategies, and experience levels.
Road to the Tournament
FlyQuest
The Australian squad went undefeated through their regional qualifier, taking down Rooster (2:0) and SemperFi twice (2:0). A standout was regali, who showed consistent AWP performances. Overall, the team looks cohesive and well-balanced, though not without flaws — particularly on Nuke, and when it comes to late-round stability.
Fluxo
The Brazilian side emerged from one of the toughest regions — South America. Fluxo defeated Legacy (2:0), then beat BESTIA (2:0), claiming the top spot. Their strength lies in a powerful trio — zevy, arT, and kye — who drive their aggressive and high-paced playstyle. They thrive on tempo shifts and emotional momentum.
“Honestly, I think people underestimate Fluxo. They’re good. But I also like FlyQuest. This is going to be a tough BO1.” — Tedd
Current Form & Playstyle
FlyQuest
FlyQuest look solid overall: regali is reliable with the AWP, INS brings control and experience, while Vexite and netik deliver strong entry work. Their structure is flexible, allowing them to adapt to opponents — although Inferno and Anubis remain shaky.
Fluxo
Fluxo are known for their aggression and deep map pool. They’re confident on Inferno, Ancient, and Nuke, showcasing solid entry control and rotational awareness. However, their lack of recent matches against European teams could hinder their adaptability under pressure.
“FlyQuest aren’t in peak form. Fluxo haven’t faced European teams lately but looked solid. I think they beat Legacy around a month ago.” — Tedd
Map Pool Overview
FlyQuest
- Strong: Ancient, Dust2
- Neutral: Mirage, Inferno
- Weak: Nuke, Anubis, Train
Fluxo
- Strong: Nuke, Inferno, Ancient
- Neutral: Mirage, Train, Dust2
- Weak: Anubis
Predicted Veto:
- FlyQuest bans Nuke
- Fluxo bans Anubis
- Likely map: Ancient or Mirage
“The veto will be weird. If I had to guess, probably Mirage or Ancient. Either way, Fluxo should feel comfortable. The only map they really avoid is Anubis — and they won’t have to play that vs FlyQuest in a BO1.” — Tedd
Key Matchups
- regali vs zevy – An AWP battle that could swing the round-to-round momentum. regali appears more consistent lately, but zevy is capable of explosive impact and highlight moments.
- INS vs arT – A strategic clash: FlyQuest’s seasoned IGL vs Fluxo’s creative playmaker. Whichever in-game leader reads the opponent better will likely set the tone for the map.
- kye vs Vexite – A duel of impactful openers. Each early kill from either of them could break open a round or force defensive rotations.
Mentality & Motivation
- FlyQuest – They bring LAN experience, composure, and team chemistry. They don’t shy away from clutch situations and know how to manage momentum swings.
- Fluxo – Young, fired-up, and hungry to prove themselves. Their raw energy can overwhelm opponents — but discipline in high-pressure moments remains a concern.
Final Prediction
Tedd said the following about the match outcome:
“I’m still going with FlyQuest. I think Fluxo are a bit underrated, but I’ll pick FlyQuest for their experience. I expect regali to shine — he’s really been in form lately. Netik and Beckside are playing well too. I just like the energy FlyQuest have right now. They look like a real team, and I’m backing them over Fluxo.” — Tedd
Predicted score: 13–10 for FlyQuest
Fluxo can definitely make this close, especially if the map ends up being Ancient. However, FlyQuest’s experience, regali’s AWP consistency, and superior late-round decision-making give them a slight edge.
