MOUZ has made history by becoming the first team to win three global ESL Pro League (EPL) titles, with their latest victory in Season 19 marking their third championship following wins in Seasons 10 and 18. Their consistent dominance in the tournament was showcased through an impressive playoffs performance, culminating in a 3-0 sweep over Team Vitality in the Grand Finals.
Grand Finals Performance
The Grand Finals were action-packed, with MOUZ maintaining their position as EPL Champions and crushing Team Vitality with a score of 3-0. The team’s remarkable skill and determination were on full display throughout the tournament, particularly during the electrifying rounds of the final. MOUZ started strong on Inferno, reaching a 9-3 lead at halftime with little resistance, and continued their unstoppable performance throughout the series.
Prize and Qualifications
By winning the EPL Season 19, MOUZ took home a grand prize of $170,000 and secured a direct invite to the Intel Extreme Masters (IEM) Cologne 2024 Group Stage. This victory also adds to their achievements in the race to secure the Intel® Grand Slam V. The team’s player, Kamil “siuhy” Szkaradek, was awarded the EPT DHL MVP award for his exceptional performance during the tournament.
IEM Cologne Qualification
MOUZ’s qualification for IEM Cologne 2024 was further solidified by their performance in the play-in matches, where they won two matches to book their spot in the event. The $1 million Counter-Strike 2 event will feature a group stage with eight teams that previously qualified, and MOUZ will be among them.
Viewership and Impact
The EPL Season 19 saw a peak viewership of over 376,000, indicating the high level of interest and excitement surrounding the tournament. The final three days of the event were played in front of a live audience, with fans from 40 different countries gathering in Malta to witness the action.
Upcoming Events
Following their EPL victory, MOUZ is set to participate in the IEM Cologne 2024 event, which boasts a $1,000,000 prize pool. The single-elimination playoffs of this event will run from August 4-6, with the grand final being a best-of-five match. The champion of IEM Cologne will not only receive $400,000 but also a berth in the 2024 IEM Katowice event.
In summary, MOUZ’s back-to-back EPL titles and their qualification for IEM Cologne 2024 underscore their status as a formidable force in the Counter-Strike: Global Offensive competitive scene. With their eyes set on future victories, MOUZ continues to build on its legacy in esports.
