Team Vitality has made history by winning the Intel Extreme Masters (IEM) Katowice 2025. They defeated Team Spirit with a clean 3-0 sweep in the Grand Final. This victory marks their first-ever IEM Katowice title. The match took place on February 9, 2025, at the Spodek Arena in Poland.
Team Vitality started strong on Dust2, Spirit’s map pick. They took a 7-5 lead in the first half. Ropz, their newest recruit, shined with 26 kills and only 9 deaths. Vitality closed the map with a 13-6 win.
On Nuke, Vitality’s map pick, they continued their dominance. ZywOo, the team’s star player, led with 26 kills and just 6 deaths. Vitality secured an 8-4 lead in the first half. They finished the map with a 13-5 victory.
The final map, Mirage, was intense. Vitality took an 8-4 lead in the first half. Spirit fought back in the second half, tying the score at 11-11. However, Vitality held their nerve and won the last two rounds. They closed the map 13-11, completing the sweep.
ZywOo was named the MVP of the tournament. He matched s1mple’s record of 21 MVP awards in Counter-Strike history. Ropz also played a crucial role. His performance on Dust2 set the tone for the series.
This win is significant for Team Vitality. They had never won IEM Katowice before. Their captain, apEX, had tried for 11 years to win this trophy. This victory adds to their previous wins at IEM Cologne 2024 and the Paris Major.
With this win, Vitality has positioned itself as a top contender for future tournaments. They will compete in ESL Pro League Season 21 and BLAST Open Spring 2025. Fans are excited to see if they can continue their winning streak.
Team Vitality’s victory at IEM Katowice 2025 is a milestone in their history. Their dominant performance against Team Spirit shows their strength and determination. With ZywOo and ropz leading the way, Vitality is ready to conquer more titles in 2025
