Austin, TX – June 20, 2025 – In one of the most intense Brazilian showdowns in Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) history, paiN Gaming triumphed over FURIA in the quarterfinals of the BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025, marking a monumental moment for Brazilian esports. The best-of-three (Bo3) series delivered electrifying action as the two powerhouses battled for a spot in the semifinals of the world’s biggest CS2 championship.
Match Recap: MD3 Thriller Ends in paiN Victory
- Map 1 (Nuke): FURIA came out strong on paiN’s pick, dominating with a commanding 13–6 win.
- Map 2 (Anubis): paiN Gaming responded with solid coordination and strategy, leveling the series 13–7.
- Map 3 (Inferno): The decider went into overtime, where paiN pulled off a clutch performance to seal the match 13–8, booking their ticket to the semifinals.
With this win, paiN Gaming makes history by reaching the semifinals of a Major for the first time ever, becoming one of the top 4 teams in the world.
A Moment for the History Books
Brazilian fans erupted with pride as paiN Gaming celebrated the win on social media, tweeting:
“THIS IS paiN GAMING, DAMN IT!
It’s more than a campaign – it’s HISTORIC!
We are among the top 4 in the world.
After 3 years, Brazil returns to a Major semifinal, and it’s the first in our history!
LET’S GO FOR IT! FOR THE DREAM OF THE LITTLE BRAZILIAN 🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷”
What’s Next?
paiN Gaming now moves on to face the winner of FaZe vs The MongolZ, who clash on Friday, June 20. The semifinal will take place on Saturday, June 21, where paiN will aim to continue their fairy-tale run.
Meanwhile, FURIA’s journey ends in the 5th/6th place bracket — still an impressive result. Their presence alongside paiN contributed to a proud moment for Brazilian esports, showcasing the country’s growing strength on the global CS2 stage.
CS2 Austin Major 2025 – Semifinalists So Far:
- paiN Gaming 🇧🇷
- TBD: FaZe vs The MongolZ winner
Stay tuned for more updates from the BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025 as the road to the grand final heats up.