The Swiss Stage (Stage 3) of the BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025 concluded with intense battles for playoff spots. Eight teams advanced — and along with them, ten standout players emerged based on their individual ratings. The highest performer was French AWPer ZywOo, followed by star performances from donk, sh1ro, and the unexpected breakout from The MongolZ — Senzu.
ZywOo (Vitality) — 1.58 Rating | +46 K-D | 2.15 K/D
The French superstar AWPer continued his usual dominance. Over 5 maps, ZywOo posted the highest rating of the stage (1.58) and led in K/D ratio (2.15). His composure in clutch moments and commanding AWP presence helped Vitality secure a 3–1 finish. Against Nemiga, 3DMAX, and Virtus.pro, ZywOo was consistently the deciding factor.
donk (Spirit) — 1.54 Rating | +32 K-D | 1.68 K/D
The young phenomenon once again confirmed his role as Spirit’s driving force. donk played 4 maps with impeccable aggression, often winning early duels. His performances against paiN and Lynn Vision stood out not only due to his frag count, but also because of his control over the map — he was the MVP of most rounds for his team. Spirit finished the stage undefeated at 3–0.
sh1ro (Spirit) — 1.42 Rating | +28 K-D | 1.88 K/D
Spirit’s AWPer delivered a solid and powerful performance — his near 1.90 K/D showcases outstanding efficiency. sh1ro played the anchor to donk’s aggression, demonstrating mastery in defense and clutch consistency. Despite playing fewer maps, his impact on the game was immense.
molodoy (FURIA) — 1.36 Rating | +26 K-D | 1.70 K/D
The young FURIA player continued to impress with his consistency. Serving as an entry-fragger without the typical Brazilian chaos, molodoy often opened up rounds or won crucial duels against The MongolZ and Aurora. FURIA advanced with a perfect 3–0 record, and molodoy was a key contributor to that success.
s1mple (FaZe) — 1.35 Rating | +31 K-D | 1.58 K/D
FaZe reached the playoffs with a 3–1 score, largely thanks to s1mple. Back on LAN, he looked focused and confident. He was the best performer against The MongolZ and won several critical clutches against Legacy. His 1.35 rating across 5 maps shows he’s far from done at the top level.
yuurih (FURIA) — 1.34 Rating | +20 K-D | 1.48 K/D
FURIA’s captain once again exemplified steady leadership. yuurih supported his younger teammates while putting up strong numbers himself. His 1.34 rating and experience helped FURIA maintain their tempo in every Stage 3 match — particularly against Virtus.pro where his performance proved crucial.
YEKINDAR (FURIA) — 1.33 Rating | +22 K-D | 1.42 K/D
YEKINDAR returned to form with explosive aggression, smart timings, and sharp entries. He played the rifle star role flawlessly, especially in the match against Aurora, where he won a vital series of late-round trades. His composure and impact were critical to FURIA’s 3–0 run.
ropz (Vitality) — 1.32 Rating | +29 K-D | 1.71 K/D
ropz remains Vitality’s silent assassin. Rarely in the spotlight, he almost never makes mistakes. His 1.71 K/D reflects incredibly efficient play — particularly on defense. Paired with ZywOo, he helped make Vitality one of the most stable teams of the stage.
Senzu (The MongolZ) — 1.32 Rating | +40 K-D | 1.37 K/D
The MongolZ made a surprise playoff run — and it wouldn’t have been possible without Senzu. Over 7 maps, he wasn’t just the team’s top fragger, but a consistent round-winner and stabilizing force. His +40 K-D was one of the highest across all players in Stage 3.
dumau (Legacy) — 1.29 Rating | +35 K-D | 1.32 K/D
Despite Legacy’s 2–3 elimination, dumau left a strong statistical mark. Playing all 9 maps, he remained the key driver of the Brazilian squad’s offense. Often it was his initiative that sparked comeback potential. His performance stood out as one of the best among players whose teams didn’t make playoffs.
This ranking tells only part of the story — the playoffs are yet to come. Can ZywOo maintain his dominance? Will donk claim the MVP title at his debut Major? Could this be the beginning of s1mple’s redemption arc? The answers await this week in Austin.
