FURIA have followed the path of Team Spirit and become the second unbeaten team to storm into the Playoffs of the StarLadder Budapest Major 2025, completing an undefeated Swiss Stage run after a clean 2-0 victory over G2 Esports. The Brazilians arrived in Budapest with high expectations, but their performance against one of Europe’s most individually stacked teams leaves no doubt: FURIA are among the strongest contenders for the Major title.
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A Near-Flawless Inferno Opens the Series
The series kicked off on Inferno, where FURIA immediately showed their confidence and trademark aggression. The Brazilian side got early control and never allowed G2 to settle, consistently winning opening duels and denying mid-round space.
KSCERATO was the driving force of the map, delivering another superstar performance as FURIA closed Inferno 13–5 with authority.
The win not only set the tone but also broke the long-standing pattern between these teams: in their last six meetings, all had ended in 2-0 sweeps, with neither side able to win consecutively. FURIA became the first to finally break that cycle.
Overpass Comeback Denied
G2 showed more life on Overpass, fighting back after halftime and threatening to turn the map around. Their pressure brought the scoreline within striking distance, but FURIA’s composure shone through when it mattered most.
A well-timed tactical pause helped the Brazilians reset, adjust their setup, and close out the final stretch. Crucial mid-round calls, disciplined trading, and a perfectly executed pistol-and-hero-rifle round sealed the map 13–10, completing the sweep.
KSCERATO Leads The Charge
While KSCERATO delivered another highlight series, this victory was far from a one-man show.
FURIA’s rotations were crisp, their utility was precise, and their synergy was outstanding. From well-coordinated site retakes to confident late-round decisions, the entire roster operated with the consistency and belief expected from a team hitting peak form at the perfect moment.
FURIA Lock In a Perfect 3–0 Record
With the win, FURIA finish the Swiss Stage undefeated at 3–0, securing one of the earliest Playoff spots at the Budapest Major. Their run has been dominant end-to-end, and their victory over G2 – one of the most dangerous teams on paper – reinforces their status as a real championship threat.
For G2, the loss forces them back into the gauntlet of the Swiss bracket, where they must fight through elimination-pressure matches if they want to keep their Major hopes alive.
A Statement Heading Into the Arena Stage
FURIA’s victory wasn’t just progression – it was a message. The team is playing with clarity, confidence, and momentum at a tournament where form matters more than ever. As the competition transitions to the Playoff arena, the Brazilians enter as one of the most dangerous teams left in the field.
