Esports World Cup 2025 | All Top 15 CS2 Teams Confirmed
The elite landscape of competitive gaming is poised for a monumental showdown as the Esports World Cup 2025 gears up to showcase the finest teams from the Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) community. Scheduled from August 20 to 24 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, this prestigious tournament has attracted all 15 top-tier organizations listed in the Valve Regional Standings (VRS). With a staggering $1.25 million prize pool and a single-elimination format, this event promises an adrenaline-fueled experience for players and fans alike.
Adding to the competitive mix, esteemed Chinese team TYLOO clinched its spot in the tournament by triumphing in the 2025 Hero Esports Asian Champions League. This brings the total to 16 formidable teams, including the defending champions Natus Vincere (NAVI), who are eager to retain their title after a remarkable victory against G2 Esports in the 2024 finals.
The 16 CS2 Teams Competing in the Esports World Cup 2025
- Team Vitality (Europe)
- MOUZ (Europe)
- Team Spirit (Russia)
- Team Falcons (Europe)
- The MongolZ (Mongolia)
- Aurora Gaming (Turkey)
- Natus Vincere (Europe)
- G2 Esports (Europe)
- GamerLegion (Europe)
- FaZe Clan (Europe)
- Team Liquid (Other)
- Astralis (Denmark)
- Virtus.pro (Russia)
- 3DMAX (France)
- HEROIC (Europe)
- TYLOO (China – Qualified via Asia)
As the competitive landscape for this tournament forms, anticipation builds for the high-stakes encounters that lie ahead. Unlike traditional tournaments that feature group stages, the Esports World Cup 2025 will adopt a direct knockout format. This approach intensifies the stakes from the very first match, as teams must navigate through a single-elimination bracket where each encounter could spell the end of their championship hopes.
Prize Distribution
The Esports World Cup 2025 not only promises thrilling gameplay but also boasts an illustrious prize distribution that reflects the event’s high status:
- 1st Place: $500,000
- 2nd Place: $230,000
- 3rd–4th Place: $100,000 each
- 5th–8th Place: $40,000 each
- 9th–16th Place: $20,000 each
Moreover, this tournament plays a significant role in the broader context of the Esports World Cup’s $27 million Club Championship. Only the top eight CS2 finishers will accumulate points towards this championship, with the ultimate victor poised to seize an impressive $7 million reward.
Despite the absence of the BLAST.tv Austin Major, teams like Astralis and GamerLegion are ready to make their mark in Riyadh, underscoring the event’s expansive appeal and elite competitive standards.
As the countdown to the Esports World Cup 2025 continues, fans worldwide can expect nothing less than exhilarating action, extraordinary strategy, and the relentless pursuit of glory from the best teams in the CS2 arena.
