BLAST Rivals Spring 2026
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The BLAST Premier Rivals - Fort Worth 2026 (also known as BLAST Rivals Spring) is one of the most exciting events on the Counter-Strike 2 agenda this year. This tournament marks the grand return of "BLAST" to Texas, bringing together 8 of the strongest teams in the world to compete for massive prizes and a fierce competitive environment.
Format
1. Group Stage (April 29 – 30, 2026)
The eight teams are split into two groups of four to determine playoff seeding and survival.
- Format: Two Double-Elimination (GSL) groups.
- Match Type: All matches are Best-of-3 (Bo3).
- Progression: The top three teams from each group advance to the Playoffs:
- Group Winners: Fast-track directly to the Semifinals.
- Runners-up: Advance to the Quarterfinals as High Seeds.
- 3rd Place Teams: Advance to the Quarterfinals as Low Seeds.
2. Playoffs (May 1 – 3, 2026)
The final six teams face off in a single-elimination bracket at the Dickies Arena.
- Format: Single-Elimination bracket.
- Match Types:
- Quarterfinals & Semifinals: Played as Best-of-3 (Bo3).
- Grand Final: A high-endurance Best-of-5 (Bo5) showdown to crown the champion.