In an exhilarating turn of events, PaiN Gaming and Team Vitality have emerged victorious in their respective quarter-final matches to secure a spot in the semi-finals of the BLAST Rivals Fall 2025. As the competition intensifies, these teams have demonstrated remarkable skill and strategy to overcome their opponents and move closer to the coveted title.
PaiN Gaming Sweeps Passion UA
PaiN Gaming showcased a stellar performance in Hong Kong, reminiscent of their top-four finish at the BLAST.tv Austin Major earlier in the year. From the very start, the Brazilian squad outmaneuvered Passion UA, who struggled to counter the powerful offensive tactics. With decisive victories of 13-4 on Nuke and 13-7 on Inferno, PaiN Gaming wrapped up a commanding 2-0 sweep. Now, they prepare to face fellow Brazilian team FURIA in the semi-final, known for their strong form and recent triumph at IEM Chengdu 2025.
Team Vitality Outlasts Team Spirit
The upper bracket saw Team Spirit challenge Team Vitality in a gripping match. In their first encounter since the post-Austin Major break, Team Vitality endured a fierce battle on Dust II, ultimately securing a 13-11 win. The intensity continued on Nuke as Donk’s extraordinary one-versus-five clutch pushed the map into double overtime. Despite this, Team Vitality emerged victorious with a 19-16 score. The deciding map, Mirage, was a nail-biter, with Ivan ‘zweih’ Gogin’s triple kill proving pivotal in securing the overtime and subsequent 2-1 series victory. As Team Vitality gears up for the semi-final, they face a daunting challenge against Team Falcons.
What’s Next?
As the semi-finals approach, anticipation builds around the final four teams vying for a place in the BLAST Rivals Fall 2025 Grand Final. With thrilling matches on the horizon, the upcoming battles promise to be a spectacle for esports fans. Enthusiasts can catch all the action via BLAST’s official Twitch and YouTube channels.