On January 25, 2026, a highly anticipated match unfolded at BLAST Bounty Winter 2026 in Malta, captivating CS2 audiences worldwide. The young Russian team PARIVISION, with their consistent tactics and team execution, sweeped Team Falcons 3-0 in the finals to win the BLAST Bounty 2026 Season 1 championship. This is PARIVISION’s most important international season championship to date, marking their official entry into the top tier. This report provides a detailed analysis of the match data, key performances, and post-match impact, taking you back to this CS2 tournament highlight.
Road to the Championship: A Slow Start, A Steady Finish
PARIVISION displayed intense competitive form throughout the playoffs. Starting in the quarterfinals, they engaged in a close battle with Spirit, then defeated FURIA 2-0 in the semifinals to advance to the finals. In contrast, Falcons eliminated Liquid and Vitality, demonstrating their strength as a top team.
The final Grand Final adopted a BO5 (best-of-five) format, with PARIVISION winning all three maps:
| Map | Score |
| Mirage | 13–9 |
| Dust2 | 13–11 |
| Inferno | 13–11 |
This score data shows that, especially on Dust2 and Inferno, PARIVISION maintained composure in crucial rounds, achieving comebacks and ultimately securing the victory.
MVP Revealed: nota Leads the Way
In this match, PARIVISION’s main rifler, **Emil “nota” Moskvitin, delivered the most outstanding performance, becoming the undisputed MVP of the Match. His single-match statistics are as follows:
Kill/Death Ratio: 60/36
ADR (Average Damage Per Round): 92.0
KAST (Key Round Participation Rate): 81.4%
Rating: 1.50
In the first map, Mirage, nota secured multiple high-impact kills in key rounds, establishing an advantage for his team. He not only dominated his opponents with superior gunplay but also made crucial plays in several defensive rounds, contributing significantly to PARIVISION’s victory.
Prize Money and VRS Ranking Improvement
The total prize pool for this BLAST Bounty Winter was approximately US$452,500. PARIVISION ultimately won the championship, earning a total prize of approximately US$254,687; while Falcons received a runner-up prize of approximately US$71,562. FURIA and Vitality ranked third and fourth respectively.
Furthermore, this victory significantly boosted PARIVISION’s VRS (Valve Esports Ranking System). They have now jumped to fourth place in the global team rankings, becoming a new force second only to the top teams.
Viewership Performance: Peak Viewership Exceeds 780,000
According to official tournament data, the BLAST Bounty Winter 2026 finals achieved a peak viewership of approximately 787,046, making it one of the most watched CS2 tournaments of the season. The total viewing time for the entire tournament exceeded 8.75 million hours, with an average of nearly 389,000 concurrent viewers.
This demonstrates that such high viewership at the very start of the new season shows the strong appeal of the BLAST Bounty format to viewers. The match between PARIVISION and Falcons, in particular, was a major highlight for the global CS2 community.
Conclusion: The Rising Dark Horse Takes the Crown
PARIVISION’s victory at BLAST Bounty 2026 Season 1 not only marked their first top-tier tournament win but also showcased the team’s maturity in tactical execution, communication, and mental fortitude. Looking at the data across the three maps, their performance in crucial rounds was exceptionally consistent, a key differentiator from their opponent, Falcons.
Meanwhile, while Falcons didn’t win, they still proved their competitiveness as a world-class team, defeating several strong opponents on their way to the finals. These two teams will remain a focus of industry attention in future seasons.
For global CS2 viewers, this tournament was not just a championship battle but also a sign that the global landscape of top teams may be quietly reshaping for the 2026 season. With the rise of PARIVISION, the CS2 competitive scene is becoming even more exciting.