BLAST Premier eSports tournament

Publication date: 18 Dec 2024

About the BLAST Premier eSports tournament

The BLAST Premier eSports tournament is an annual CS:GO eSports league organized in 2020 by BLAST, one of the leading eSports organizations. Previously, the BLAST Premier Series was divided into 2 seasons: the Spring Series and the Fall Series, each of which lasted about 4 months. In 2025, the BLAST tournament format was redesigned to provide more dynamic and spectacular matches. Vice President of BLAST, Valve and Riot Games Ecosystems, Andrew Haworth noted: “2025 promises to be the most exciting year in BLAST history.”

Blast Premier official website

BLAST Premier 2025

The BLAST Premier tournament format has been revamped in 2025 to include three unique events, each with its own style and features. The new stages are BLAST Bounty, BLAST Open, and BLAST Rivals.

BLAST Bounty: A unique game show-like structure where 32 teams compete for rewards. The more “goals” they collect, the higher their share of the prize pool.
BLAST Open: Large-scale arena tournaments with a global perspective. These events give teams from all regions a chance to prove themselves against the best teams in the world.
BLAST Rivals: A true battle of the elite. Here, the strongest teams in the world will meet in a fierce battle to determine the absolute champion.

BLAST Premier eSports events schedule for 2025

History of the tournament

BLAST Premier is one of the most prestigious and innovative tournaments in the world of esports, which has become a symbol of professional Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO). Since its launch in 2020, BLAST Premier has significantly changed the landscape of esports events, offering viewers a unique format and an exciting show.

The beginning of the journey: the idea of ​​creation

The concept of BLAST Premier emerged from a vision to create an esports tournament that would bring together the world’s top players while delivering an unforgettable experience for its audience. Initially organized by RFRSH Entertainment, the brand later evolved into the independent entity known simply as BLAST. From the outset, the tournament distinguished itself with its vibrant presentation, exceptional broadcast quality, and meticulous organizational approach.

Format evolution

Initially, BLAST Premier was a series of small tournaments with the participation of invited teams. However, in 2021, the format was redesigned to include regular stages, season finals and a world final. The new structure allowed participants to progress through a multi-tiered bracket, ensuring spectacle and tension at every stage.

The World Finals have become the highlight of each year, bringing together teams that have earned their place through regular tournaments or through achievements in other major competitions.
In 2023, a system of regional qualifiers was added, making the tournament accessible to a wider range of participants.

BLAST Premier Features

The tournament stands out not only for its high-quality matches, but also for its innovative approach to organization. BLAST Premier offers:

• Cutting-edge broadcasts: Virtual reality technology, graphics and analytics in real time.
• Interactivity: Fans can participate in polls, votes and predict match results.
• Global recognition: The tournament stages are held in major world cities such as London, Copenhagen and Los Angeles.

Previous BLAST Premier season results

BLAST Premier 2026

BLAST Premier remains one of the most influential platforms in esports, uniting millions of fans around the world. The tournament not only showcases the highest level of play, but also inspires a new generation of players, making esports a part of global culture.

The schedule for the next season will be announced later.

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