Team Vitality convincingly closed out their quarterfinal match against NAVI with a 2–0 victory, leaving no room for resistance on either the opponent’s or their own map pick. With this result, the French-European squad secures a spot in the semifinals of the BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025, where they will face MOUZ. For NAVI, this loss could be a turning point — the team looked disorganized, and their overall performance raises serious questions about the future of the roster.
Map Results
Mirage (13:9 Vitality)
NAVI’s map pick failed to give them the edge they expected. The first half ended 6–6, but after switching sides, Vitality took control. ZywOo consistently shut down A site pushes, while mezzi locked down mid and supported the bombsite effectively. NAVI lacked tempo — their attacks were predictable, and they rarely found success in retakes.
Nuke (13:11 Vitality)
A much closer map where NAVI had real chances. They took the first half 7–5, but Vitality’s T-side was clinical. Mezzi and ZywOo once again stood out: mezzi won key duels around ramp and heaven, while ZywOo dominated with sharp AWP plays. The final rounds showcased classic Vitality style — cold-blooded, calculated, and controlled.
Individual Statistics
Tactical Edge: Vitality
Vitality proved once again in 2025 that they remain one of the most consistent forces on the big stage. According to analysts, every side they played was structured and deliberate — mezzi’s aggressive entries, ZywOo’s disciplined defense, ropz’s flexible utility usage, and apEX’s clutch composure gave Vitality the tactical upper hand.
NAVI: A Bitter Reality
Mirage collapse. The team looked passive even on their own map pick. Their T-side was one-dimensional, and core players like jL and iM had a rough showing. w0nderful tried to salvage rounds with clutches, but lacked the support needed to turn the tide.
On Nuke, NAVI kept the score tight but crumbled in the late game. They failed to capitalize on numerical advantages, gave up site control with no trades, and lacked a clear plan for force buys.
Judging by their current form, Aleksib isn’t justifying his position as in-game leader — NAVI’s play is slow, overly cautious, and lacks surprise factor. In contrast, Vitality played confidently and stayed one step ahead tactically.
Community Reactions
The match sparked a wave of emotional responses across the Ukrainian and international fanbase. Telegram groups, Discord channels, and social media were flooded with opinions — and many were scathing:
- “Zero impact from this guy the whole Major. And this is supposed to be a star player?” — a comment aimed at iM, who became the main target of criticism.
- “Clowns. Just dry peeking reactor one by one — it’s pure cringe.” — user “Abaddon” commenting on NAVI’s disastrous coordination on Nuke.
- “Thanks for the game w0nderful and especially iMe. A true waffle in the high tab.” — sarcastic jab at the Romanian rifler.
- “NAVI got buffed for the first time in half a year and — surprise — played decently. They gave away a few, but at least it wasn’t 13–3 against the dominators.” — one of the rare level-headed takes.
Overall, the community response was harsh — and most agree this version of NAVI has reached the end of the line.
What’s Next?
Vitality will face off against MOUZ in the semifinals — another team that surprised many with their confident playoff form.
NAVI, after several months of stability, now face another crisis point. Reaching the quarterfinals isn’t a failure per se, but their style of play and current form raise real concerns. Roster changes or at least a philosophical shift in approach may be imminent.
Vitality didn’t just win — they demonstrated why they remain true title contenders. Their balance between raw individual skill and coordinated teamplay is elite. ZywOo is once again in the MVP conversation.
NAVI, on the other hand, disappointed — especially in what was billed as one of the most anticipated quarterfinals. The word reshuffle is back in circulation among fans — and this time, it may be warranted.
