Iconic names from the world of Counter-Strike esports have returned to the forefront in the opening two rounds of the StarLadder Budapest Major 2025’s second stage.
Ninjas in Pyjamas (NiP) and NAVI have opened their Stage 2 campaigns with two victories, while Astralis and Team Liquid find themselves on the verge of elimination.
Having navigated its way through Stage 1, Ninjas in Pyjamas began with a 13-10 victory over Astralis, before defeating TYLOO with a 13-8 scoreline.
The Swedish organisation’s appearance in the Hungarian capital marks the first time since 2023 that it has qualified for a Major.