Vitality, Spirit, NaVi & G2 Steps In - BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025 Stage 3 Details

Greetings to all esports and Counter-Strike fans! The BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025 is gradually approaching its climax. Stage 3 is just around the corner, where 16 of the best teams in the world will battle it out for 8 spots in the Playoffs. In this article, we’ll cover everything you need to know about BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025 — including the format, full schedule, team rosters, Pick’Em predictions, and much more.

BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025 Stage 3 Dates

Stage 3 of the BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025 kicks off on June 12 and will run through June 15, 2025. Over four intense days, sixteen teams will compete in a Swiss System format with the main goal of reaching the Top 8 and advancing to the Playoffs. The stage includes five rounds of matches, and only teams that secure three wins will proceed. With that, fans can expect high-stakes, action-packed showdowns from day one.

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World’s Best 16 — BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025 Stage 3 Teams: Who Will Fight for TOP-8

We didn't just say that 16 of the world's strongest teams will take part. 8 of them have passed the preliminary stages of the tournament, and another 8 have received direct invitations according to the Regional Standings of their region. Here is the list of all participants of BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025 Stage 3

Austin Major 2025 Stage 3 R1 Schedule: Opening Matches

Here are the opening matchups set for June 12. All games will be played in Best-of-1 format, meaning every team has a real shot to surprise.

• Team Vitality vs Legacy - 18:00 EEST/ 10:00 AM CDT
• MOUZ vs Virtus.pro - 18:00 EEST/ 10:00 AM CDT
• Team Spirit vs paiN Gaming - 19:15 EEST/ 11:15 AM CDT
• G2 Esports vs 3DMAX - 19:15 EEST/ 11:15 AM CDT
• The MongolZ vs FURIA - 20:30 EEST/ 12:30 PM CDT
• Aurora Gaming vs FaZe Clan - 20:30 EEST/ 12:30 PM CDT
• Natus Vincere vs Nemiga Gaming - 21:45 EEST/ 1:45 PM CDT
• Team Liquid vs Lynn Vision Gaming - 21:45 EEST/ 1:45 PM CDT

Matches begin at 18:00 EEST/ 10:00 AM CDT. Who are you cheering for?

BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025 Stage 3 Format

Let's move on to something equally important, namely the format of Stage 3. Here's everything you need to know about the format of this stage of the tournament:

• All matches are Best-of-1
• Elimination and advancement matches are Best-of-3
• Top 8 teams proceed to the Playoffs
• Bottom 8 teams are eliminated

It’s a classic Major format, familiar to most Counter-Strike 2 fans.

Austin Major 2025 Stage 3 Pick’Em

Pick’Em is also available at the BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025. Players and fans can make their predictions on match outcomes and earn points for correct picks, upgrading their event coin from Bronze to Gold. Completing all challenges can also reward you with in-game prizes, making the Major experience even more exciting. To get started, you’ll need to purchase a Viewer Pass, which grants access to the Pick’Em challenges. Also, you can participate in Pick'Em for free and earn skins via EGamersWorld Pick'Em challenge.

If you already own a Viewer Pass, we recommend following our Pick’Em tips to help you earn more points. Also, do not forget to check Pick’Ems by famous CS2 talents and influencers via our Pick’Em Stage 3 picks.

Get Ready for Peaked Counter-Strike 2

Stage 3 of BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025 promises non-stop action. With top-tier names like NaVi, Vitality, G2, and unexpected underdogs reaching this stage, every map and every clutch could be the deciding factor between elimination and Playoffs glory.

You can watch the matches live on the official BLAST.tv broadcasts and regional stream partners. We also advise you to follow our BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025 page on EGamersWorld to keep up with all the action.