FaZe Clan confidently defeat 3DMAX and advance to the playoffs of the StarLadder Budapest Major 2025

FaZe Clan continue their dominant run toward the playoffs of the StarLadder Budapest Major 2025. In a qualification match for the final stage, the European roster had no trouble dispatching 3DMAX, securing a convincing 2:0 victory. The team demonstrated total control on both maps and finished Stage 3 with a 3-1 record, guaranteeing their place in the playoffs.

Dust2 (13:6 FaZe)

FaZe Clan had little difficulty securing a clean win on Dust2. Although 3DMAX started the match confidently and claimed the first three rounds, FaZe quickly regained control and closed out the first half 7:5. In the second half, 3DMAX failed to deliver a competitive T side, while FaZe executed retakes with ease and secured the map 13:6.

Inferno (13:5 FaZe)

On their opponent’s pick, FaZe once again faced no serious resistance. They confidently won the first half 8:4 and, switching to the T side, continued their dominance. Dropping only a single round in the second half, FaZe closed out Inferno 13:5, sealing the series 2-0.

Match MVP

The best player of the match was jcobbb, who finished with an impressive 1.52 rating.

It was a comfortable victory for FaZe Clan, who now advance to the playoffs with a 3-1 record. 3DMAX fall into the 2-2 bracket, where they will play a do-or-die match tomorrow. StarLadder Budapest Major 2025 Stage 3 runs from December 4 to 7, with only eight teams earning a playoff spot and the chance to compete for the championship title and the $500,000 prize.