The CS2 Top 20 Players of 2025 (Ranks 11–15) highlights five stars who sat just outside the top ten: YEKINDAR (15), XANTARES (14), Senzu (13), mezii (12), and Twistzz (11).
These rankings weren’t defined by constant domination, but by redemption arcs, consistent impact, and breakthrough performances that shaped the 2025 season.
Below, you’ll find what separated each player — and why they landed in this exact range.
The difference between rank 20 and rank 15 can be a single event, a playoff run, or one career-defining performance. Explore CS2 Top 20 Players of 2025: Ranks 16–20.
Contents
- 1 CS2 Top 20 Player Rankings 2025: Positions 11-15
- 2 YEKINDAR (FURIA) – Top 15 CS2 Player of 2025
- 3 XANTARES (Aurora) – Top 14 CS2 Player of 2025
- 4 Senzu (TheMongolZ) – Top 13 CS2 Player of 2025
- 5 mezii (Vitality) – Top 12 CS2 Player of 2025
- 6 Twistzz (FaZe) – Top 11 CS2 Player of 2025
- 7 Different Paths to the Top in 2025
CS2 Top 20 Player Rankings 2025: Positions 11-15
| Player | Team | Placement |
|---|---|---|
| YEKINDAR | FURIA | 15 |
| XANTARES | Aurora | 14 |
| Senzu | TheMongolZ | 13 |
| mezii | Vitality | 12 |
| Twistzz | FaZe Clan | 11 |
YEKINDAR (FURIA) – Top 15 CS2 Player of 2025
- Name: Mareks Gaļinskis
- Age: 26
- Country: Latvia
- Team: FURIA
After one of the most turbulent periods of his career, YEKINDAR delivered a long-awaited comeback season in 2025. Following struggles with role changes and leadership duties in the past, the Latvian star player found his place on FURIA and returned to his comfort zone as a high-impact entry fragger. His aggressive openings and ability to break defensive setups were instrumental in FURIA’s success across the year.
YEKINDAR was not the main frag leader of the team in every tournament, but his impact throughout the matches and confidence in high-pressure situations made him a key piece during deep FURIA playoff runs. His form was at its peak during LAN events, where his impact was even higher.
2025 was the year for YEKINDAR, which wasn’t about dominance; it was about redemption and him showing his ability to not give up at any point, which earned him a well-deserved return to the Top 20.
XANTARES (Aurora) – Top 14 CS2 Player of 2025
- Name: İsmailcan Dörtkardeş
- Age: 30
- Country: Turkey
- Team: Aurora
In 2025, XANTARES made history as the oldest player ever to reach the Top 20 at the age of 30. Famous for his mechanical skill and aggressive style, he finally matched his individual talent with steady team results. As Aurora’s main firepower, he led the team to regular playoff runs.
Throughout the year, XANTARES delivered elite rifle numbers against top-tier opposition and was particularly impactful at mid-to-big events, where Aurora frequently exceeded expectations. His consistency across the entire season separated him from many younger challengers.
XANTARES showed that experience and skill still matter in today’s CS2.
Senzu (TheMongolZ) – Top 13 CS2 Player of 2025
- Name: Azbayar Munkhbold
- Age: 19
- Country: Mongolia
- Team: The MongolZ
Senzu’s rise in 2025 was one of the year’s best stories. The young Mongolian rifler was the first from Mongolia and from an Asian-based team to make the Top 20. His aggressive play, sharp aim, and confidence against top teams made him TheMongolZ’s standout player.
Even though the team’s results were sometimes inconsistent, Senzu kept putting up strong numbers and won several EVP awards, especially at big international events. His play helped put TheMongolZ on the global map.
Despite some late-season ups and downs, Senzu’s individual skill earned him a spot among the world’s best.
mezii (Vitality) – Top 12 CS2 Player of 2025
- Name: William Merriman
- Age: 27
- Country: United Kingdom
- Team: Team Vitality
Mezii had his best team year ever as part of Team Vitality’s dominant 2025 run. Even with superstar teammates, the British rifler stood out for his steady play, clutch moments, and versatility. He was reliable at every stage of competition.
Vitality’s huge trophy haul, with several Major wins and the ESL Grand Slam, boosted mezii’s ranking. His strong performances in finals and high-pressure matches were a big part of his success.
Mezii’s season showed how team success and personal reliability work together.
Twistzz (FaZe) – Top 11 CS2 Player of 2025
- Name: Russel Van Dulken
- Age: 26
- Country: Canada
- Team: FaZe Clan
Twistzz made his sixth career Top 20, adding to his legacy as one of Counter-Strike’s most consistent stars. Even though FaZe Clan had mixed results this year, Twistzz was their most reliable player, especially in the second half of the season.
His stats against top teams were among the world’s best, and his late-year surge brought him several EVP awards. Even without a big trophy run, Twistzz’s efficiency and impact stood out.
Twistzz just missed the top ten, but his 2025 form proved he’s still one of CS2’s elite riflers.
Different Paths to the Top in 2025
Ranks 11 through 15 sit at a crucial intersection of the CS2 elite. These players were close enough to the top to influence tournaments and narratives, yet far enough away to show the unforgiving margins at the highest level. One strong playoff run, one weaker stretch, or a single meta shift could have changed their position.
In 2025, this group consistently delivered when it mattered, whether through impact plays, leadership, or reliability across long seasons. They did not dominate the year, but they shaped it in ways that do not always show up on highlight reels.
