PARIVISION Win BLAST Bounty Season 1 Grand Final as nota Shines vs Falcons

PARIVISION Caps Off a Historic Run to Win BLAST Bounty Season 1 Grand Final
In one of the first major Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) LAN events of the year, PARIVISION crowned themselves BLAST Bounty Season 1 Winter 2026 champions with a convincing 3–0 sweep over Team Falcons in the Grand Final held at the BLAST Arena Studios in Malta. The victory marked PARIVISION’s first Tier-1 trophy and solidified the team’s standing early in the 2026 competitive season. 

The BLAST Bounty Series uses a unique elimination “bounty” format where teams earn additional prize money for defeating opponents, fostering aggressive play and strategic risk-taking. The season ran from January 13 to January 25, 2026, featuring 32 teams from around the world and a total prize pool of approximately $1.15M. 

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Tournament Recap & Road to the Final

PARIVISION’s run was one of the most compelling storylines of the event. Beginning as underdogs in early online stages, they secured victories against multiple high-profile teams: ENCE, Astralis, Spirit, and FURIA on their way to the finals. 

Meanwhile, Team Falcons stunned many observers by knocking out world-class opponents to secure their own place in the Grand Final. The Bosnian-led squad, anchored by Nikola “NiKo” Kovač and featuring standout rifler Ilya “m0NESY” Osipov, advanced past Team Vitality in the semifinals with a 2–1 series win. 

The Grand Final itself was contested as a best-of-five (Bo5) series. PARIVISION dominated all three maps, with strong tactical calls from in-game leader Jame (Dzhami Ali) and consistent performances from his squad, including Emil “nota” Moskvitin. 

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nota’s Standout Performance

Despite not receiving the official MVP award for the tournament, nota’s impact in the Grand Final was remarkable and earned him special attention in HLTV’s highlight article dedicated to his play. He finished the deciding series with a 1.50 rating — one of the highest on LAN — highlighted by several key moments that shifted momentum in PARIVISION’s favor. 

Key Clips & Highlights from nota:

• Spectacular Ace on Mirage: nota’s multi-kill ace in the mid-round helped PARIVISION seize control of the first map early and establish a commanding CT half.

• Tec-9 Impact on Dust2: After Falcons gained an early lead on Dust2, nota used a pistol round Tec-9 effectively, securing crucial frags that sparked an 8-1 run and shifted the scoreline decisively.

• Quad-Kill on Inferno: On the final map, nota opened up a pivotal round with four frags, halting a Falcons streak and setting the stage for PARIVISION to close out the sweep.

These moments, among others, are why many viewers and community members felt nota “stole the show” in the decisive series, even though the formal MVP was awarded elsewhere. 

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NiKo Earns MVP Despite Final Loss

In an unusual twist, Nikola “NiKo” Kovač of Team Falcons was awarded the event MVP. While PARIVISION took the championship, NiKo’s consistent high-level performance throughout the playoffs — including two recorded aces, the highest overall rating among finalists, and dominance against elite opponents — earned him the individual accolade. 

Statistically, NiKo posted a 1.20 rating over the playoffs and was instrumental in Falcons’ victories over Liquid and Vitality. His MVP title — among the first of the 2026 CS2 season — was also noted by official MVP announcements across esports reporting outlets. 

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Broader Competitive Context

PARIVISION’s triumph represents a significant shake-up in the early 2026 scene. Unlike established heavyweights such as Team Vitality — who dominated much of 2025 with star player ZywOo and multiple Tier-1 titles — PARIVISION’s title run came after making strategic roster moves late in 2025, including the addition of zweih and strong leadership from Jame. 

Team Vitality, widely regarded as one of the world’s best through 2025 — with consistent results and multiple MVP performances from ZywOo — suffered a surprising early exit at this BLAST event when Falcons eliminated them. This result shifted momentum in the Valve Regional Standings (VRS) early in the year. 

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Final Thoughts

The BLAST Bounty Season 1 Winter 2026 Finals delivered excitement, unpredictability, and a showcase of emerging talent in CS2 esport. PARIVISION’s sweep in the Grand Final not only marked a defining moment for the organization but also added early intrigue to the 2026 competitive calendar. Meanwhile, nota’s explosive performance will be remembered as one of the tournament’s highlights, even as debate continues in the community about MVP selections.