The StarLadder Budapest Major 2025 has almost reached its climax, with the semi-finals promising some of the most intense action of the season thus far. The $1.25 million tournament has already delivered some unforgettable clashes, but the best is yet ot come.
The first semi-final fixture will see Team Spirit face Team Vitality, while the second pits FaZe Clan against Natus Vincere. These stellar match-ups are almost impossible to predict, but that’s just what we’re doing below.
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Vitality, led by the legendary ZywOo, remains one of the most consistent forces in Counter-Strike after a stunning season. Team Spirit, surfacing in the opener of the semi-finals, will need to pull off something remarkable to push Vitality out of the tournament, but it’s by no means impossible.
Faze Clan versus Natus Vincere is an interesting fixture. The former team has had a tough run through the tournament thus far, producing a rocky streak that has had many surprised they’ve made it this far. The team recently eliminated MOUZ to get into the semi-finals, and they’re mere steps away from that $500,000 grand prize.
In terms of honest predictions, GG.bet has Vitality in the best spot to win the Major, while Spirit follows close behind. If you’re playing the outright markets, this is a relatively safe route to follow. If you want a bigger return, back FaZe Clan, the outsider at this point in the tournament.
However, my prediction is that we’re looking at a Vitality vs. NAVI grand final, with Vitality taking the trophy this time around.
Let us know on the Insider Gaming Discord server who you think will win the StarLadder Budapest Major.
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