Key Takeaways:
- 24,198 kills and 2,054 bomb plants were recorded in 3,700 rounds of CS2 action.
- ZywOo and donk emerged as statistical leaders in kill-to-death ratio and average eliminations, respectively.
- GRID’s partnership with BLAST highlights the growing role of esports data in storytelling and integrity.
A Deep Dive into Counter-Strike 2’s Most-Watched Tournament
Data platform GRID has released an in-depth statistical analysis of the BLAST.tv Austin Major, showcasing staggering figures from what is now the most-watched Counter-Strike tournament in history. The event, held from June 3–22, 2025, featured high-stakes matches, elite gameplay, and massive viewership, setting a new benchmark in Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) esports.
Over 24,000 Kills and 3,700 Rounds of Action
GRID’s data revealed that a total of 24,198 kills occurred over the course of the tournament’s 3,700 rounds. Players executed 2,054 bomb plants, while 1,646 rounds ended without a plant, suggesting that defense-heavy strategies shaped many match outcomes.
Notably, plant frequency increased in the later stages, pointing to more calculated, strategic play as teams advanced toward the finals.
Top Performers: ZywOo and donk Dominate
Among the standout performers, Mathieu ‘ZywOo’ Herbaut of Team Vitality recorded the highest kill-to-death ratio of the event at 1.64—14% above the tournament average. His consistency helped secure Team Vitality’s championship run.
Danil ‘donk’ Kryshkovets of Team Spirit led all players in average kills, with an incredible 22.42 eliminations per match and a +2876 damage differential, earning him the title of the event’s most effective player.
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Unique Stats: Headshots, Chickens, and More
GRID’s analysis also spotlighted unique stats, including the 584 in-game chickens eliminated, with 478 of those happening during the Swiss Stage. In the Grand Final between Team Vitality and The MongolZ, 15 chickens were removed from play.
Elsewhere, OG Esports’ Adam ‘adamb’ Ångström registered a 75.6% headshot rate, while The MongolZ’s mzinho and Senzu delivered more than 130 headshots combined, showcasing remarkable precision.
GRID’s Growing Impact in Esports Analytics
With partnerships spanning BLAST, Riot Games, and YaLLa Esports, GRID continues to lead in esports data analytics. Their in-depth data helps tournament organizers drive content creation, contextualize player rivalries, and uphold betting integrity through transparent statistics.
Conclusion: A Tournament of Record and Revelation
The BLAST.tv Austin Major was more than just a historic esports event—it was a data goldmine. Thanks to GRID’s comprehensive breakdown, fans and analysts now have a clearer picture of the skill, strategy, and standout performances that defined this groundbreaking Counter-Strike 2 tournament.
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