SPUNJ on FISSURE Playground 2: “I really want to see The MongolZ in action again”

SPUNJ on FISSURE Playground 2: “I really want to see The MongolZ in action again”

Analyst and commentator Chad “SPUNJ” Burchill praised the lineup for FISSURE Playground 2, calling the list "stood the test of time." He noted the absence of Team Vitality, Team Spirit, and MOUZ, but highlighted his excitement to see The MongolZ compete again:

“The list of participants for FISSURE Playground 2 has stood the test of time. Sure, there’s no Vitality, Spirit or MOUZ, but I really want to see The MongolZ in action again.”
— Chad SPUNJ Burchill 

He went on to give quick takes on other teams:

FURIA is a “dark horse of the Major.”

G2 Esports displays plenty of firepower and strong roundplay strategy.

FaZe Clan is showing signs of life after signing jcobbb.

Team Falcons still haven’t realized their full potential. 

Other Verified Details on FISSURE Playground 2

Event Overview

FISSURE Playground 2 is a CS2 offline tournament in Belgrade, Serbia, running from September 12 to 21, 2025, with group stage leading into playoffs at the Belgrade Arena. 

The event features 16 teams, drawn partly from global VRS rankings and partly from Wild Cards. 

Full participant list includes: The MongolZ, FURIA, FaZe Clan, Aurora, Falcons, paiN Gaming, Astralis, G2, GamerLegion, 3DMAX, Virtus.pro, Team Liquid, TYLOO, Lynn Vision, HEROIC, and Legacy. 

Format: Swiss Stage (September 12–17), best-of-3 matches, with teams needing three wins to qualify or three losses for elimination. Quarterfinals and semifinals are Bo3; the grand final is Bo5. 

Prize pool breakdown:

1st place – $200,000

2nd place – $100,000

3rd–4th – $40,000 each

5th–8th – $17,500

9th–11th – $10,000

12th–14th – $5,000

15th–16th – $2,500 

The MongolZ’s Role & Community Buzz

The MongolZ ranked #3 in the VRS standings and are among the marquee invites to the event.

Reddit fans are buzzing about the lineup, praising the inclusion of MongolZ, FURIA, Falcons, FaZe, Aurora, Astralis, G2, and TYLOO. 

On X (formerly Twitter), The MongolZ confirmed their attendance: “We’ll be at Fissure Playground 2.”

Full News Summary (Narrative Style)

Headliner: SPUNJ echoes the broader sentiment of anticipation by commending the participant roster for FISSURE Playground 2 — an event he says has "stood the test of time." Despite notable absences like Team Vitality, Spirit, and MOUZ, he's particularly eager to see The MongolZ back in action, signaling high expectations for their performance.

He pointed out a few key storylines within the participant pool:

FURIA as a sneaky contender,

G2’s tactical depth and raw strength,

FaZe’s resurgence thanks to jcobbb,

And the underachieving Falcons, yet to tap their potential.

Tournament Context

The event boasts a $1.25 million prize pool, with $500K allocated to players and $750K to clubs. Group stages run online before playoffs in front of a live crowd at Belgrade Arena. 

Featuring an S‑Tier status, it's one of the season's most influential CS2 tournaments, with results potentially affecting Major seedings through the VRS system. 

The 16-team Swiss-group format transitions to a single-elimination bracket culminating in a best-of-five final.

In Conclusion

SPUNJ’s remarks reflect the broader excitement around FISSURE Playground 2 — especially regarding The MongolZ. With the full roster now confirmed, a massive prize pool on the line, and a format that can shake up the VRS rankings, Belgrade is shaping up to be a high-stakes, high-drama CS2 showdown.