The MongolZ pulled off one of the biggest upsets of the tournament, eliminating FaZe Clan 2–0 in the quarterfinals of the BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025. The Mongolian team showed incredible form on both maps — their own pick, Mirage, and Anubis, chosen by FaZe. The undisputed MVP of the series was 910, who dropped 40 kills across two maps and redefined the clutch role with composure and precision.
Map Results
Mirage (13:9 — The MongolZ win)
FaZe had a relatively structured first half (6:6), but after the side switch, they completely fell apart under the pressure of MongolZ’s fast-paced attacks. 910 was ruthless in trades, and both Blitz and Techno operated like a machine in every retake scenario.
Anubis (13:11 — The MongolZ win)
FaZe had a chance on their map pick, taking the first half 7:5, but couldn’t maintain their lead. The MongolZ won 8 of the final 12 rounds by playing bold B-side executes and capitalizing on pistol momentum. Senzu was key in several clutch moments, while 910 once again stepped up with impactful frags at critical junctures.
Individual Stats
In the FaZe lineup, only karrigan looked consistent (32–31, 1.07 rating).
s1mple had one of the worst performances of his career — 24–33, 0.80 rating, 63% KAST.
The MongolZ: Calm, Collected, Ruthless
The MongolZ looked composed, methodical, and unbelievably confident in every round. Their fearless style, great trading structure, and sharp coordination shocked FaZe. The Mongolians outplayed the superteam in most tactical situations — winning force buys, punishing weak points, and accurately reading FaZe’s setups.
FaZe: Confusion, inconsistency, collapse
None of FaZe’s key pieces functioned:
- s1mple couldn’t find his rhythm,
- frozen and rain were unstable,
- EliGE struggled to keep up with the MongolZ’s pace,
- Only karrigan showed any fight until the end.
Lack of communication, an unprepared Anubis pick, and overall lethargy doomed their run.
s1mple’s Reaction: “Our fairytale is finished”
After the loss, s1mple posted the following message on X, acknowledging that he wasn’t ready for the stage:
No words, could have played much better, not ready enough for stage seems like
Ggwp @1mongolz good luck for next games
Felt like I couldn’t feel game how I can, sry fans, our fairly tail is finished #FaZeUp— Sasha (@s1mpleO) June 20, 2025
The post triggered mixed reactions — some supportive, many critical. For some fans, it felt like a concession of defeat from the legendary player.
Community Reactions: From Shock to Outrage
Post-match Telegram chats and social media exploded with emotion — ranging from disbelief to rage:
- “NU NO F*CKING WAY” — raw instant reaction of despair
- “Mongol f*ckers”, “This isn’t a Major, it’s a joke” — common outrage
- “For the first time, no Ukrainian will win a CS2 Major” — lament over s1mple’s exit
- “This Major started so strong… and now we’ve got MongolZ vs paiN in a semifinal. Thanks.”
- “Hope MOUZ crush these guys in the final” — ironic semifinal predictions
Many felt that the Major had lost its excitement, while others saw this upset as proof of CS2’s new era — where nothing is guaranteed.
What’s Next?
The MongolZ advance to the semifinals, where they’ll face paiN, who defeated FURIA.
FaZe exit the Major with questions swirling around their roster. From s1mple’s form to overall team roles, a major shakeup may be inevitable.
The MongolZ didn’t just beat FaZe — they humiliated one of the biggest favorites of the tournament. 910, Senzu, and Blitz have now entered the history books. FaZe, meanwhile, leave Austin with zero answers to very big questions.
