The CS2 ESL Pro League22 took place in Stockholm, Sweden, from September 28 to October 12, 2025. Organized by ESL as part of the Intel Grand Slam circuit, it brought together 24 of the world’s top Counter-Strike 2 rosters. As one of the game’s premier S-Tier events, the season featured a mix of Swiss stages, knockout playoffs, and a high-profile Grand Final — making it a central chapter in the 2025 competitive calendar.
Quick Look
Tournament Format, Schedule & Results – CS2 ESL Pro League22
The event followed a three-part structure:
- Stage 1 (Play-In): Held from September 28 to October 2 in a Swiss-style qualifier. Eight teams advanced, including Inner Circle, HOTU, Gentle Mates, 3DMAX, GamerLegion, FURIA, Astralis, and G2.
- Stage 2 (Main Event): From October 4 to 10, sixteen teams played in a Swiss bracket (best-of-three). Key results included Vitality defeating G2, Falcons beating Astralis, and an upset where 3DMAX knocked out NAVI.
- Playoffs (October 10–12): Single-elimination bracket with quarterfinals, semifinals, and a best-of-five Grand Final. The playoffs featured Vitality vs FURIA, FaZe vs Vitality, and Falcons vs MOUZ as standout matches.
Competing Teams & Prize Pool – CS2 ESL Pro League22
In total, 24 teams competed in ESL Pro League Season 22. Sixteen entered the main stage directly, including Vitality, FaZe, NAVI, MOUZ, Spirit, Falcons, Aurora, and The MongolZ. Eight more joined through the play-in stage, led by Astralis, G2, and FURIA.
The prize pool stood at over $850,000 with additional club shares.
- 1st – Vitality: $100,000 + $150,000 club share
- 2nd – Falcons: $50,000 + $75,000 club share
- 3rd – MOUZ: $28,000 + $60,000 club share
- Smaller shares extended all the way down to 24th place.
Grand Final Recap & Highlights – CS2 ESL Pro League22
The Grand Final saw Vitality defeat Falcons in a clean 3–0 sweep. The series played out on Inferno (13–10), Train (13–9), and Dust2 (13–5). The win marked Vitality’s eighth title of 2025, while Falcons secured their best-ever Pro League finish.
MVP honors went to m0NESY, confirmed by HLTV. Highlights from the event included a star-filled showmatch with donk, ZywOo, and m0NESY, alongside major upsets such as 3DMAX knocking out NAVI and Gentle Mates surprising HEROIC.
Final Standings, Streams & Partners
Top placements:
1st – Vitality
2nd – Falcons
3rd – MOUZ
4th – FaZe Clan
5th–8th – FURIA, Team Spirit, NAVI, 3DMAX
Other notable finishers included Aurora, G2, The MongolZ, and Inner Circle.
Where to watch: Matches were streamed live on ESL’s official Twitch channels (A & B) and the ESL Counter-Strike YouTube channel, with VODs available after each match.
Sponsors: Intel, DHL, Monster Energy, and 1xBet (regional), alongside other ESL partners, powered the event.
Related Events: The Pro League connected directly to the Intel Grand Slam circuit and helped set the stage for upcoming CS2 Majors.
Conclusion: CS2 ESL Pro League 22 in Review
ESL Pro League Season 22 delivered a mix of dominance and surprise. Vitality confirmed their status as a powerhouse, Falcons proved themselves as serious contenders, and teams like 3DMAX added unexpected twists. With its mix of upsets, MVP performances, and fan engagement, the CS2 ESL Pro League 22 once again highlighted why this tournament remains one of the most important fixtures in Counter-Strike. Looking ahead, the results in Stockholm will continue to shape storylines as teams prepare for the next Major.
