In the ever-shifting landscape of competitive Counter-Strike 2, understanding the current pecking order of top teams is a perpetual point of discussion and, frankly, frequent disagreement. While official rankings provide data-driven insights, the perspective of seasoned veterans who compete at the highest level carries a unique weight. Gabriel “FalleN” Toledo, the esteemed captain of FURIA Esports and a figure often referred to as “The Professor” for his strategic acumen, recently offered his take on the current state of the scene.
Ahead of the FISSURE Playground #1 tournament, FalleN shared his personal tier list, categorizing teams based on their perceived form and strength. It`s a snapshot in time, reflecting his professional judgment on who`s hot and who`s… slightly less scorching right now.
FalleN`s Three Tiers of CS2 Power
FalleN structured his assessment using a standard three-tier system: S, A, and B. Here`s how the teams landed in his classification:
S-Tier: The Elite Contenders
This tier represents the absolute top echelon in FalleN`s view – teams currently demonstrating peak performance and consistency. Earning a spot here is no small feat. The teams he placed in his S-tier are:
- FURIA Esports (his own team, naturally)
- The Mongolz
- MOUZ
- Team Spirit
- Team Falcons
- Team Vitality
- Astralis
- Natus Vincere (NAVI)
A formidable lineup, suggesting these organizations are the ones to beat or at least provide the stiffest challenge in current competition. It`s interesting to see his own team placed among this elite group – a clear statement of confidence.
A-Tier: Strong Competitors
The A-tier comprises teams that FalleN considers very strong, capable of challenging the S-tier teams on any given day, but perhaps lacking that absolute top-tier consistency or recent defining victory. FalleN indicated this tier includes more teams than explicitly listed in the brief commentary, but specifically mentioned examples included:
- Virtus.pro
- FaZe Clan
- Aurora Gaming
- G2 Esports
This tier often represents teams right on the cusp, looking to make the leap to undeniable elite status. It`s a crowded space, full of potential major contenders.
B-Tier: Competitive Aspirants
Finally, the B-tier includes teams that FalleN rates as competitive but currently positioned a step below the top two tiers. These are teams still finding their stride or perhaps undergoing roster changes, but certainly capable of making noise. The teams he listed in this tier are:
- MIBR
- Complexity Gaming
- M80
While placed lower on this specific list, these teams are still part of the professional ecosystem and aim to climb the ranks.
The Professor`s Perspective and What it Means
FalleN`s tier list isn`t just random speculation; it`s an insight from a player who prepares against these very teams. It reflects his tactical understanding and recent experiences in matches and practice. Tier lists are inherently subjective and can change rapidly based on tournament results, but a list from “The Professor” provides valuable context.
This ranking arrives just as many of these teams, including FalleN`s FURIA, are set to compete at FISSURE Playground #1. The tournament, taking place from July 15 to 20, 2025, in Belgrade, Serbia, provides a direct stage for teams to either validate FalleN`s assessment or, perhaps more interestingly, prove it wrong. Will the S-tier teams dominate as expected? Can A-tier squads upset the hierarchy? Will B-tier teams surprise everyone?
Ultimately, FalleN`s list serves as both a professional analysis and compelling pre-tournament commentary. It sets expectations and adds an extra layer of intrigue to the matches ahead. The true test of any tier list, after all, happens on the server.