HLTV announces finalists for the best CS2 player title of 2025 in each role

HLTV.org has announced the list of esports athletes who have reached the final for the title of the best player in each role. Three finalists were revealed for the following categories: Anchor, AWPer, IGL, Opener, Closer, and Coach. The jury also selected the top three CS2 Highlights of 2025.

The winners in each category will be unveiled on January 10th during the HLTV Awards 2025 ceremony. They will be picked by a specially selected jury consisting of representatives of the pro Counter-Strike 2 scene, analysts, casters, and members of the HLTV.org editorial team. A list of all jury members can be found via the link.

Finalists for AWPer of the Year:

Finalists for Opener of the Year:

Finalists for Closer of the Year:

Finalists for Anchor of the Year:

Finalists for IGL of the Year:

Finalists for Coach of the Year:

Finalists for Highlight of the Year:

 Danil "⁠donk⁠" Kryshkovets 1v5 vs Vitality
 Robin "⁠ropz⁠" Kool 2 second Ace vs 3DMAX
 Russel "⁠Twistzz⁠" Van Dulken 4K (1v3) vs NAVI

Previously, the organizers of the prestigious annual HLTV Awards also announced three finalists for the Team of the Year category.

Origin: www.hltv.org