August 23, 2025 — In a historic moment for Asian esports, The MongolZ, Mongolia’s rising CS2 powerhouse, defeated Team Vitality 2:1 in the semifinals of the Esports World Cup 2025 to become the first-ever Asian team to qualify for the Grand Final.
The intense best-of-three series was a true test of skill, strategy, and resilience:
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On Mirage, The MongolZ dominated with a 13–8 victory, setting the tone for the match.
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Dust2 saw Team Vitality fight back, leveling the score with a 13–9 win.
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On the decisive Nuke, The MongolZ displayed world-class precision and composure, closing out the match 13–7 and securing their place in the grand final.
Techno Leads the Charge 🔥
The star of the semifinals was undoubtedly Sodbayar “Techno” Munkhbold, who delivered an MVP-worthy performance:
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56 Kills
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40 Deaths
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ADR: 96
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Player Rating: 1.50
His sharp aim, intelligent positioning, and clutch plays inspired his teammates and drove The MongolZ to one of their greatest victories to date.
Esports World Cup 2025 — A Global Stage for Mongolia 🌍
The Esports World Cup 2025, one of the world’s largest and most prestigious esports tournaments, is taking place at Boulevard Riyadh City Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from August 20 to August 24.
Featuring the world’s 16 strongest CS2 teams and a $1.25 million prize pool, this event has captured global attention. By defeating Team Vitality and reaching the Grand Final, The MongolZ have set a historic milestone, becoming the first Asian team ever to achieve this feat in the Esports World Cup’s history.
The semifinal match drew massive attention worldwide, with over 1.8 million peak viewers watching live — a record-breaking figure for the tournament. The MongolZ’s victory has electrified the esports community and put Mongolia firmly on the global esports map.
Next Challenge — The Grand Final 🎯
The Grand Final takes place today, August 24, 2025, where The MongolZ will face the winner between Aurora Gaming and Team Falcons in a best-of-five (BO5) showdown.
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Time: 20:00 (Ulaanbaatar Time)
A Historic Moment for Mongolia and Asia
The MongolZ’s rise from a promising regional team to global contenders is inspiring millions across Asia and beyond. This victory proves that dedication, strategy, and teamwork can break barriers and make history.
“The MongolZ have shown the world that dreams backed by relentless hard work can reach the biggest stages of esports,” said esports analysts following their stunning victory.
With one step away from becoming world champions, The MongolZ now carry the hopes of a nation — and the pride of an entire continent — into the Esports World Cup 2025 Grand Final.