Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) features numerous prestigious tournaments throughout 2025, with major organizers like ESL, PGL, Perfect World, and BLAST hosting high-stakes competitions. Here's a comprehensive overview of the most significant events:

Major Tournaments:

1. BLAST Premier Circuit

• Seven key events throughout the year
• Culminates in the BLAST Premier World Final
• $1 million prize pool for final event

2. Intel Extreme Masters (IEM)

• Five major tournaments
• Features top-tier international competition
• Prestigious global circuit

3. ESL Pro League

• Two seasons (19 & 20)
• Long-running prestigious series
• Features world's top teams

4. PGL Major Copenhagen 2024

• First CS2 Major of the year
• Historic first Major in Counter-Strike 2
• Essential viewing for esports fans

5. Perfect World Shanghai Major 2024

• Second CS2 Major of the year
• Largest Chinese CS2 event in recent years

Additional Notable Events:

• CCT Global Finals (featuring emerging teams)
• YaLLa Compass 2024 (Abu Dhabi tournament)
• FiReLEAGUE Global Finals (A-tier tournament)
• ESL Impact League (Seasons 5 & 6)
• ESL Challenger at DreamHack (four events)

Notable Teams to Watch:

• Team Vitality (Major champions)
• G2 Esports
• FaZe Clan
• Astralis
• Cloud9
• Natus Vincere

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