Event
Info

The PGL Astana 2025 tournament is set to take place from May 10 to May 18, 2025, bringing elite Counter-Strike 2 competition to Kazakhstan. Astana has rapidly grown into a hub for international esports, and this event will further solidify its reputation as a key location for top-tier tournaments.

Featuring 16 of the best teams from around the world, the event will showcase intense matches, strategic depth, and the latest developments in CS2’s competitive universe.

With a $1,250,000 prize pool on the line, the stakes are higher than ever in the CIS region. The Barys Arena will provide a world-class experience for both players and fans, setting the stage for another unforgettable chapter in PGL’s CS2 legacy.

All 16 teams will compete in the capital of Kazakhstan, with the playoffs taking place in front of a live audience at the Barys Arena.

Participating
Teams

Team Spirit
The MongolZ
Aurora
G2 Esports
Natus Vincere
Astralis
paiN Gaming
Virtus.pro
GamerLegion
FURIA
BIG
MIBR
Ninjas in Pyjamas
M80
Oddik
HOTU

Talent
Lineup

James Banks
Stage Host
Richard Lewis
Desk Host
Tech Girl
Desk Host
Mauisnake
Analyst
dusT
Analyst
Bleh
Analyst
YNK
Analyst
Just Harry
On-site Caster
Hugo
On-site Caster
Anders
On-site Caster
DDK
On-site Caster
Spunj
Remote Caster
Machine
Remote Caster
Moses
Remote Caster
Dinko
Remote Caster

Winnings

TOTAL WINNINGS
$1,250,000 USD
PRIZE MONEY$625,000
1st$200,000
2nd$93,750
3rd$75,000
4th$43,750
5th-8th$31,250
9th-11th$15,625
12th-14th$9,375
15th-16th$6,250
CLUB REWARD$625,000
1st$200,000
2nd$93,750
3rd$75,000
4th$43,750
5th-8th$31,250
9th-11th$15,625
12th-14th$9,375
15th-16th$6,250