The BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025 is gaining momentum. All eyes of the esports world were on the final day of Stage 1, as it was here that the last three teams earned their place in the next phase of the tournament. After intense do-or-die matches at a 2:2 scoreline, TyLoo, Legacy, and Lynn Vision clinched their spots in the next stage.
Elimination Matches: One Last Chance to Advance
TyLoo 2:1 FlyQuest
In a dramatic showdown, the Asian powerhouse TyLoo managed to overcome Australia’s FlyQuest. The match opened with a win for FlyQuest on Inferno (13:10). But TyLoo bounced back fiercely on Mirage, completely dismantling their opponent’s defense with a 13:3 win. They followed up with another dominant performance on Anubis, closing out the series with the same score, 13:3. TyLoo advance with a 3-2 record.
Legacy 2:0 Wildcard
Legacy and Wildcard clashed on two maps: Inferno and Nuke — both ending in favor of Legacy. The first map, Inferno, ended 13:10, and Legacy sealed the deal on Nuke with a solid 13:6 victory. Legacy have exceeded all expectations at this Major, while Wildcard, who started the stage 1-0, have now been eliminated from the competition.
Lynn Vision 2:0 NRG
The day kicked off with a thriller between Lynn Vision and NRG. Their first map, Dust2, was a back-and-forth battle with no clear leader, eventually heading into overtime where Lynn Vision edged out a 22:20 victory. The second map, Inferno, was less intense — Lynn Vision closed it 13:8 to secure the series. Lynn Vision join TyLoo as one of two Chinese teams advancing to the next stage.
Teams Advancing to Stage 2
Advanced with a 3-0 record:
- B8 – The Ukrainian sensation of the tournament. The young roster defeated every opponent without dropping a single map.
- Heroic – A strong return to form. The Danes made short work of their opposition.
Advanced with a 3-1 record:
- OG – Consistent play and solid team coordination.
- BB Team – An experienced squad with a clear game plan.
- Nemiga – The Belarusian side impressed many with their composure in crucial matches.
Advanced with a 3-2 record (today’s winners):
- TyLoo
- Legacy
- Lynn Vision
Stage 2 Tournament Bracket
In Stage 2, all 16 teams will continue battling for a spot in the playoffs. The eight winners from Stage 1 will join eight pre-seeded teams that are already waiting in the Legends Stage. These teams are now preparing to compete in the Swiss format — three wins guarantee a playoff spot, three losses mean elimination. Teams already seeded into the Legends Stage:
- Falcons
- FaZe Clan
- 3D Max
- Virtus.pro
- MIBR
- paiN Gaming
- M80
- FURIA
The tournament format will remain unchanged: best-of-1 matches in the opening rounds, transitioning to best-of-3 in elimination and advancement games. Expect a string of tightly contested matches where every round counts.
What Lies Ahead?
The tournament is just entering its most exciting phase. Stage 2 is next, followed by the playoffs in a packed arena in Austin. All teams have had a tough journey to get here, but the real challenge begins now. Will breakout teams like B8, Legacy, or Nemiga manage to shake up the tier-one scene? Or will top dogs like FaZe and Falcons live up to expectations?
One thing is certain: BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025 has already earned its place as one of the most thrilling tournament openings of the season.
