
Falcons demolish Imperial and move closer to the StarLadder Budapest Major 2025 playoffs
In another match of Stage 3 at the StarLadder Budapest Major 2025, Falcons showcased total dominance over Imperial, securing one of the most convincing victories of the round. The outcome was largely shaped during the map veto phase, and once the teams moved to Mirage, the European squad left their opponents without any chance. This matchup was crucial for both sides in the race for the playoffs, where only eight teams will advance.
The course of the match was largely determined as early as the veto stage, where each team’s strategic priorities became clear:
- Falcons removed Overpass
- Falcons removed Nuke
- Imperial removed Ancient
- Imperial removed Inferno
- Imperial removed Dust2
- Falcons removed Train
- Mirage was left over
Falcons started on the CT side, where they completely dominated the first half, closing it with a crushing 11–1 lead. The second half didn’t last long — Imperial failed to mount any comeback and ultimately lost 1–13.
Match MVP
For kyousuke, this match looked more like a warm-up than an official game. He finished Mirage with 131.1 ADR, +10.99% Swing, and a 2.31 rating.
Passion UA
Liquid2.23Make a bet1.57StarLadder Budapest Major 2025
MOUZ
Team Spirit1.96Make a bet1.75StarLadder Budapest Major 2025
PARIVISION
3DMAX1.65Make a bet2.08StarLadder Budapest Major 2025
G2 Esports1.37Make a bet2.79After this comfortable victory, Falcons improve their record to 2–1 and now need just one more win to secure a spot in the playoffs. Imperial, meanwhile, are one step away from elimination. StarLadder Budapest Major 2025 Stage 3 runs from December 4 to 7, with only eight teams advancing to the playoffs to compete for the championship title and the $500,000 prize.

