How Did FURIA Dethrone Vitality? | Counter-Points

In this episode of Counter-Points, we dive deep into the world of competitive CS2, breaking down the recent grand finals at IEM Chengdu, and the evolving meta in pro Counter-Strike. Pimp and Thorin discuss Vitality’s 3-0 loss to FURIA, explaining why the scoreline was deceptive, how key clutch moments like FalleN's 1v2 on Ancient shifted momentum, and why Vitality’s biggest opponent right now might be themselves.

The conversation highlights standout performances and roster changes — from molodoy’s transformative impact on FURIA, arguably making them major contenders, to comparisons with big-name transfers like ropz to Vitality. We explore the strengths, weaknesses, and psychological dynamics of top teams such as Falcons, Spirit, MOUZ, and NAVI, and why team composition and synergy often trump raw firepower in the current era.

Key Topics Covered:
⦁ The deceptive nature of “clean” scorelines & critical turning points in matches.
⦁ Vitality’s self-reflection problem and struggles to close key rounds.
⦁ FURIA'S rise under FalleNs veteran leadership.
⦁ Falcons’ polarizing reputation, firepower-heavy approach, and major dark horse potential.
⦁ Spirit’s drop in form under new roster composition.
⦁ Why synergy and tactical fit often outweigh pure talent in today’s CS2 meta.

If you’re passionate about esports analysis, CS2 meta trends, and insider perspectives on top rosters, you won’t want to miss this discussion.

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Counter-Points is a Counter-Strike talk show, hosted by Duncan "Thorin" Shields and Jacob "Pimp" Winneche.

Season 3 Episode 7 was recorded on the 10 of November, 2025.

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00:00 FURIA vs Vitality
06:43 How does this affect Vitality?
11:05 Ancient
17:36 molodoy
24:54 Are FURIA Major contenders?
30:16 Falcons
43:33 Spirit
51:35 Building teams around star players

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