The unstoppable force of Team Vitality continues to rewrite Counter-Strike 2 history, claiming their third consecutive Intel Extreme Masters trophy at IEM Dallas 2025. The French squad delivered a masterclass performance at Texas’ Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center, sweeping MOUZ 3-0 in a dominant grand final showdown.
Star player Mathieu ‘ZywOo’ Herbaut further cemented his legacy by earning his 26th career MVP award, proving once again why he’s considered one of CS2’s elite competitors. This victory marked sweet redemption for Vitality, who fell short against MOUZ in last year’s championship match.
Road To Victory: Team Vitality’s Tournament Journey
Coming off their recent triumph at BLAST Rivals with minimal preparation time, Vitality showcased their championship mentality throughout the Dallas event. Early victories against South America’s Legacy and Europe’s GamerLegion secured their playoff berth, followed by a decisive win over The MongolZ to advance to the semifinals.
Their semifinal clash against Team Falcons tested their resilience, with Falcons managing to steal a map before Vitality closed out the series with a strong Map 3 performance. This set the stage for their commanding grand final appearance, where they left no doubt about their superiority.
Grand Final Domination Against MOUZ
The championship match saw Vitality overcome an 8-11 deficit on Dust II, rallying to a thrilling 13-11 comeback. From there, they never looked back, controlling Mirage 13-9 before sealing their victory with a 13-8 finish on Inferno. Along with the trophy, Vitality claimed the lion’s share of the $300,000 prize pool, taking home $125,000 in winnings.
Maintaining Their Reign In The CS2 Scene
This latest achievement solidifies Team Vitality’s position as the team to beat in 2025, having already secured the top spot in the VRS rankings earlier this season. Back-to-back victories at BLAST Rivals and now IEM Dallas demonstrate their unparalleled consistency at the highest level of competition.
Team Vitality President Fabien Devide expressed immense pride in the squad’s accomplishments, emphasizing their role in elevating French esports on the global stage. He highlighted the organization’s relentless drive to maintain their competitive edge, signaling no slowdown in their pursuit of excellence.
With momentum on their side, Vitality now sets their sights on the upcoming BLAST Austin Major, beginning June 3, followed by IEM Cologne in July. The CS2 world watches eagerly to see if anyone can halt their historic winning streak.