Counter Strike 2
BIG Clan Claims Skyesports CEGC 2025 Title Beating Mousquetaires 3-1
BIG Clan triumphed at the Skyesports Chennai Esports Global Championship (CEGC) 2025, securing the Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) trophy by defeating the French team Mousquetaires with a 3-1 map score in the thrilling final held on November 9, 2025. This victory marks BIG’s first championship win since 2022 and awards them a prize of $30,000.
The final was hosted in Chennai, India, and featured an intense best-of-five series where both squads showcased strategic map vetoes and picks. Mousquetaires removed Mirage, while BIG vetoed Ancient. Mousquetaires picked Dust2 and Inferno, and BIG chose Overpass and Train. Nuke was the remaining map but was not played.
BIG started strong by taking the first two maps convincingly. On Dust2, BIG led 7-5 at halftime and maintained the upper hand to close the map. Likewise, on Overpass, BIG dominated with a 13-5 win despite losing only one round after halftime. Mousquetaires managed to take Inferno narrowly at 13-11, but BIG sealed the victory by winning Train 13-8.
A standout star for BIG was JDC, who decisively influenced the outcome with remarkable performances—scoring 22 kills and a 1.56 impact rating on Dust2, and another 22 kills on Overpass. JDC’s skill showed early dominance that set the tone for the rest of the final.
The win ends a trophy drought for BIG that lasted since 2022 and underscores their return as a powerhouse in international CS2 competition. Despite recent struggles, BIG entered the tournament as the favorite and proved their top-tier status by outperforming many skilled global teams.
Skyesports congratulated the winners on social media, tweeting: “@BIGCLANgg are your CEGC Champions. They came. They saw. They conquered Chennai. From the first whistle to the final clutch — what a story. Congratulations, Team BIG. History made.”
The runner-up Mousquetaires received a $15,000 prize for their impressive run to the final. The event reflected high competition levels and thrilling esports action, contributing to Chennai’s growing reputation as a major esports hub.
With this championship, BIG Clan has made a significant statement about their capabilities and future prospects in Counter-Strike 2. Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely as the team looks to build on this momentum in upcoming esports events worldwide.
In summary, BIG Clan’s victory at the Skyesports CEGC 2025 not only brings a substantial prize and ends their title drought but also highlights the continuing evolution and excitement within the CS2 competitive scene.
