In an unprecedented move that’s sent shockwaves through the esports community, PGL, renowned for orchestrating four major championships, has unveiled an ambitious plan to host 11 premium Counter-Strike 2 events over the next two years.
This bold initiative aligns with Valve’s recent decision to dissolve team partnerships from 2025, setting the stage for a more open and competitive environment.
PGL’s Vision for a Competitive Future
PGL has seized the opportunity presented by Valve’s new framework, which lifts previous restrictions and encourages a more inclusive tournament scene. “With the dawn of 2025, PGL will spearhead a new era in Counter-Strike 2 esports, thanks to the revised CS2 licensing rules and conflict-of-interest regulations,” the organization stated. This strategic move aims to diversify and intensify the competition, offering players and fans a richer esports experience.
A Closer Look at the 2025-2026 Event Calendar
PGL’s announcement not only expands its portfolio but also strategically positions itself in a crowded esports calendar. Here’s how the next two years look with PGL’s tournaments adding to the global CS2 competitive landscape:
2025 Event Calendar
- January 13-26: BLAST tournament kicks off the year.
- January 29-February 9: ESL hosts its first event.
- February 10-24: PGL jumps into the fray with its inaugural tournament.
- February 25-March 16: ESL’s second tournament unfolds.
- March 17-30: BLAST returns with another high-stakes competition.
- March 31-April 14: PGL’s second tournament takes center stage.
- April 21-27: ESL’s third event.
- April 28-May 4: BLAST competes with PGL’s upcoming event.
- May 3-19: PGL’s third tournament clashes with BLAST.
- May 19-25: ESL’s fourth tournament.
- June 9-22: The year’s first Major.
- July 23-August 3: ESL’s mid-year tournament.
- August 4-17: BLAST’s mid-year event.
- August 20-24: Another ESL tournament.
- August 25-September 7: BLAST’s late summer event.
- September 23-October 12: ESL’s event overlaps with PGL.
- September 29-October 13: PGL’s fourth tournament.
- October 18-November 3: PGL’s fifth tournament concludes its year.
- November 3-9: ESL’s late-year event.
- November 10-16: BLAST’s end-of-year tournament.
- December 1-14: The year caps off with the second Major.
2026 Event Calendar
- February 16-March 2: PGL’s sixth tournament ignites the year.
- March 23-April 6: PGL’s seventh event.
- May 2-18: PGL’s eighth tournament.
- August 3-17: PGL’s ninth tournament.
- September 28-October 12: PGL’s tenth tournament.
- October 19-November 2: PGL’s eleventh and final tournament of 2026.
The schedule is designed to offer a consistent stream of high-level competition, ensuring CS2 enthusiasts have plenty to look forward to.
This detailed calendar illustrates not only PGL’s ambitious expansion but also the increasingly competitive landscape of Counter-Strike 2 esports. Fans can look forward to a jam-packed schedule, offering a continuous showcase of top-tier competitive play and riveting storylines that will unfold throughout 2025 and 2026.
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