StarLadder Budapest Major Playoffs Locked In with Final Eight Teams

The StarLadder Budapest Major 2025 playoffs are set, with eight of the world’s best Counter-Strike 2 teams pushing into the single-elimination bracket after three qualifying stages. There’s a $500,000 grand prize up for grabs, but only one of the eight teams in the playoffs will walk away with the trophy.

Read on to learn everything you need to know about the StarLadder Budapest Major playoffs, including top predictions.

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Budapest Major Playoff Predictions Are Set

The StarLadder Budapest Major will run from December 11 – 14 and will feature a single-elimination bracket featuring eight of the best Counter-Strike teams in the business. Leading up to the grand final, every match will be a typical best-of-three run, while the grand final itself is more meaty with a best-of-five requirement.

The confirmed matches to start the Budapest Major playoffs have been locked in:

December 11

• Vitality vs. The MongolZ
• Team Spirit vs. Team Falcons

December 12

• MOUZ vs. FaZe
• FURIA vs. Natus Vincere

In terms of predictions, both Team Spirit and FURIA found a spot in the playoffs from flawless runs through the tournament’s third stage. They’re the favorites to scoop the trophy and the half-million-dollar prize.

In terms of the next stage, it’s easy to see the teams that are most likely going to make it through. It’

It’s a solid bet to assume that the semifinals will consist of Vitality, Team Spirit, FaZe, and FURIA. Looking even further, it’s easy to see a Team Spirit vs. FaZe Clan final, but only time will tell.

Let us know your predictions for the StarLadder Budapest Major on the Insider Gaming Discord server.

For more Insider Gaming coverage, check out how FURIA managed to secure a playoff spot

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Grant Taylor-Hill

Senior Editor and Esports Lead

Grant has been gaming for 30+ years and in the industry for 10+. You'll probably find him playing a post-apocalyptic game or an extraction shooter somewhere.

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