In one of the most upsets in Counter-Strike 2 history, Brazilian squad Legacy delivered a performance that will be remembered for years to come. On June 12th, 2025, during the opening round of Stage 3 at the BLAST Austin Major, Legacy dismantled tournament favorites Team Vitality with a commanding 13-3 victory on Inferno, bringing an abrupt end to Vitality’s historic 30-match undefeated streak.
The magnitude of this upset cannot be overstated. Team Vitality entered the Austin Major as overwhelming favorites, having dominated the Counter-Strike scene throughout 2025 with six consecutive tournament victories, including IEM Katowice, ESL Pro League Season 21, BLAST Open Spring, IEM Melbourne, BLAST Rivals Spring, and IEM Dallas. Their 30-match winning streak, which began in February 2025, had positioned them halfway toward the all-time record of 60 consecutive wins held by Ninjas in Pyjamas from 2012-2013.
Legacy’s journey to this moment reads like a fairy tale. The Brazilian organization wasn’t even supposed to compete at the Austin Major, serving as a last-minute replacement for BESTIA, who missed the visa deadline before the event began on June 3rd. Despite being written off by analysts as a 0-3 prediction, Legacy had already defied expectations by surviving all five rounds of Stage 1 and securing their spot in Stage 3 with impressive victories over respected teams, including FaZe Clan.
The Match That Rewrote History
BLAST.tv Austin Major Stage 3 (Image via Getty)The best-of-one encounter on Inferno showcased Legacy’s fearless approach against the world’s top-ranked team. While Vitality secured the opening pistol round, Legacy immediately responded with a force-buy victory in round two, sparking an incredible run of eight consecutive round wins. This early momentum shift proved crucial, as Vitality’s typically dominant second-round conversion rate of 83% failed them at the worst possible moment.
Bruno “Latto” Rebelatto emerged as the match’s standout performer, delivering a masterclass performance with 14 kills and a crucial 1v2 clutch that broke Vitality’s economy. His 1.57 rating led Legacy’s charge, supported by strong performances from Eduardo “dumau” Wolkmer (12 kills) and Lucas “lux” Meneghini (11 kills). The Brazilian trio’s devastating coordination overwhelmed Vitality’s star-studded lineup, which included Counter-Strike legends Mathieu “ZywOo” Herbaut and Robin “ropz” Kool.
Vitality’s Uncharacteristic Collapse
For a team accustomed to controlling matches from start to finish, Vitality’s performance was uncharacteristically poor. ZywOo, widely regarded as one of the best players in the world, managed only 11 kills in the loss, while the entire French roster struggled against Legacy’s relentless pressure. The 9-3 halftime deficit proved insurmountable as Legacy continued their dominance in the second half, securing four consecutive rounds to close out the match.
Impact on the Tournament and Beyond
Legacy’s victory represents more than just a single upset—it exemplifies the unpredictable nature of Counter-Strike esports. The result has shattered countless Pick’Em predictions and serves as a reminder that in esports, anything can happen on any given day. This upset joins other major surprises at the Austin Major, including Virtus.pro’s victory over MOUZ and Team Falcons’ elimination in Stage 2.
As Legacy advances to Round 2 with a 1-0 record and Vitality faces elimination pressure at 0-1, the Brazilian squad has already secured their place in Major history. Their Cinderella run continues to fans worldwide, proving that determination and teamwork can overcome even the most daunting odds in competitive Counter-Strike.
