Imperial Female is on track to secure a place in the Play-In stage for IEM Katowice 2025, provided their current standing in the Valve rankings remains stable. It was revealed today that the team has overtaken Nemiga in the Global Valve Rankings, climbing to the 24th spot.
The team’s next significant challenge will be the BLAST Bounty Spring 2025: Closed Qualifier, for which they have received an invitation. This marks their debut in a tournament of this caliber, offering them an opportunity to measure their skills against some of the best teams in the world.
Imperial Female’s current position in the Valve rankings is 24th, narrowly leading the 25th-ranked team by just one point. With the competitive season winding down and no further ranking matches scheduled for now, the timing works in their favor. Meanwhile, FURIA Female narrowly missed the chance to climb higher in the rankings, falling short by just three points.
The news has elicited mixed reactions from the community. Some find it surprising, even shocking, to see a female team so close to participating in a prestigious event like IEM Katowice. Others are intrigued that they have been invited to a second major tournament, suggesting that even if their performance at the BLAST Bounty falls short, they will still have a chance to prove themselves at Katowice.
Amid the challenges faced by women’s esports, Imperial Female has been outperforming their organization’s men’s team. This has sparked discussions about whether the organization should shift its focus entirely to the women’s roster.
