Results of Stage 2 at the StarLadder Budapest Major 2025

Stage 2 of the StarLadder Budapest Major 2025 concluded with a series of decisive matches, unexpected twists, and intense battles for the eight coveted spots in Stage 3. The Swiss format once again highlighted the importance of consistency and mental resilience: some teams advanced confidently, while others couldn’t withstand the pressure of elimination matches. The final day of Stage 2 played a crucial role in shaping the list of participants who will continue their journey in Budapest.

Results of the Final Day of Stage 2

The final day of Stage 2 featured three decisive Round 5 matches that determined the last teams advancing to Stage 3. Passion UA secured a historic qualification by defeating M80 2:1—dropping Mirage 11:13 but responding convincingly on Inferno 13:5 and closing out Train 13:7. Liquid earned their Stage 3 spot after a dominant 2:0 victory over Astralis, controlling Nuke 13:7 and sealing the series on Mirage with a 13:9 win. The last slot went to 3DMAX, who left NiP no chance in a 2:0 sweep, dominating Ancient 13:3 and winning Train 13:8.

As a result, Passion UA, Liquid, and 3DMAX finished Stage 2 with a 3–2 record and joined NAVI, FaZe, B8, Imperial, and PARIVISION. Meanwhile, M80, Astralis, and NiP ended their run with a 2–3 record and were eliminated from the tournament.

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Final Stage 2 Standings: Teams Advancing to Stage 3

Out of the 16 teams competing in Stage 2, only 8 made it to Stage 3:

• FaZe Clan (3-0)
• NAVI (3-0)
• PARIVISION (3-1)
• B8 (3-1)
• Imperial (3-1)
• Passion UA (3-2)
• Liquid (3-2)
• 3DMAX (3-2)

One of the biggest surprises was FaZe Clan, who were on the brink of elimination in Stage 1 with a 2–3 escape run, yet completed Stage 2 undefeated with a flawless 3–0 record.

Teams Eliminated After Stage 2

The teams that failed to advance include:

• FlyQuest (0-3)
• MIBR (0-3)
• fnatic (1-3)
• Aurora (1-3)
• TYLOO (1-3)
• M80 (2-3)
• Astralis (2-3)
• NiP (2-3)

The biggest shocks were the eliminations of FlyQuest and M80, who had breezed through the previous stage 3–0 but couldn’t win a single match here, exiting with a 0–3 record. Aurora, widely predicted by analysts and fans to go 3–0, managed only a single win against M80 and also left the tournament at 1–3.

For Astralis, this was their first Major appearance in 3.5 years, but they failed to reach Stage 3 after losing their decisive match to Liquid.

What These Results Mean for the Tournament

The confident performances of NAVI and FaZe Clan demonstrate that despite their average results earlier in the season, they can switch into high gear when it truly matters.

Aurora’s collapse showed that being a clear favorite before the stage means nothing if you underestimate your opponents and aren’t prepared for ruthless competition. FlyQuest, meanwhile, proved that even a dominant 3–0 run in the first stage cannot guarantee repeated success.

Stage 2 of the StarLadder Budapest Major 2025 delivered dynamic matches, bold upsets, and a clearer picture of which teams possess the psychological resilience needed to fight for a playoff spot. Passion UA and NiP emerged as the main revelations of the stage, while NAVI, FaZe, Liquid, B8, and 3DMAX reaffirmed their status as consistent contenders. As Stage 3 approaches, the competition will only intensify as teams battle for a place in the playoffs.