MOUZ staged an impressive comeback against Astralis, securing a place in the grand final of PGL Cluj-Napoca 2025. The series ended 2-1, with the Danish team relegated to the third-place decider. The opening map, Inferno, stood out as MOUZ overcame a 4-12 deficit to claim victory in overtime.
This match provided MOUZ with a crucial opportunity to demonstrate their strength on the international stage. While the team had shown potential in previous tournaments, they often fell short of winning. Astralis, one of CS’s most successful organizations, was aiming for a return to the top.
Match Breakdown
The series began on Inferno, which Astralis picked. The Danish side dominated the first half, ending with an 8-4 lead on the T side. After the switch, Astralis extended their advantage, reaching match point at 12-4. However, MOUZ mounted a remarkable comeback, winning eight consecutive rounds to force overtime, where they triumphed 16-14.
Next came Nuke, MOUZ’s map choice. The first half was closely contested, ending in a 6-6 draw. After the break, Astralis stepped up their game, winning six rounds in a row. MOUZ managed only one round, and Astralis closed the map 13-8, leveling the series 1-1.
The final map, Ancient, started with Astralis leading 5-2, but MOUZ responded with five straight rounds to end the first half 7-5 in their favor. After switching sides, MOUZ dominated the second half, claiming six consecutive rounds to win 13-5, securing their spot in the grand final.
