Direct Entry Dynamics: Unveiling the Teams Set for the Austin CS2 Major

The upcoming Counter-Strike 2 tournament in Austin, Texas is generating plenty of excitement. A BLAST-operated Major is set to take place in early June, featuring 32 teams competing for a prize pool of $1.25 million over a span from June 2 to June 22. While global qualifiers will determine half of the team slots, the remaining places have been reserved for invitees.

BLAST has confirmed that eight teams will move Immediately advanced into the contest's second stage, immediately following the qualifiers. These teams have received their direct invitations and are ready to compete "from the outset, with an overarching perspective".

• The first group enjoying immediate placement into the second stage.
• Another team from the invited pool.
• A further selected side joining the second phase.
• One more contender with direct entry.
• The fifth pre-qualified team.
• The sixth team to bypass preliminary battles.
• The seventh invitee securing their spot.
• The eighth team entering the contest at the second stage.

Additionally, another eight teams have been granted a direct berth to the third phase, effectively skipping an elimination round. These direct qualifiers are set to join the contest at a subsequent stage, ensuring they remain fresh for the latter part of the event.

• The first team with a direct pass to the third phase.
• The second team joining straight into the third stage.
• A third pre-qualified contender on the list.
• The fourth team entering without facing elimination.
• The fifth side awarded advanced entry.
• The sixth team bypassing the early round.
• The seventh invitee making an early exit from qualifiers.
• The eighth team with direct qualification to the third stage.

Now that these teams have secured their spots, Every detail is now in place for what promises to be a captivating showdown. Which of these squads do you believe has the strongest chance to advance all the way through the tournament?