Team Spirit Return to HLTV Top 5 After Strong IEM Krakow 2026 Run
Team Spirit Return to HLTV Top 5 After Strong IEM Krakow 2026 Run
Team Spirit have officially re-entered the HLTV top five in the latest CS2 world ranking update. The CIS squad climbed to #5 with 431 points, overtaking FaZe and PARIVISION after a deep run at IEM Krakow 2026.
The update confirms Spirit’s growing momentum in the Tier-1 Counter-Strike scene heading into a packed spring tournament season.
Updated HLTV CS2 Ranking (February 2026)
The top four teams remain unchanged, with Vitality continuing to dominate the global leaderboard:
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Vitality — 1000
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FURIA — 757
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Falcons — 504
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MOUZ — 481
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Team Spirit — 431 (+2)
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PARIVISION — 341
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FaZe — 327
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NAVI — 297
Spirit’s rise marks one of the most notable ranking changes of the week.
IEM Krakow 2026 Result Triggered the Ranking Climb
The biggest factor behind the ranking jump was Spirit’s third-place finish at IEM Krakow 2026.
The team secured bronze after defeating MOUZ 2–0, with sh1ro delivering a standout series and helping the squad finish the event on a high note.
Strong LAN finishes weigh heavily in HLTV’s weekly ranking formula, making deep playoff runs crucial for climbing the standings.
Roster Changes Continue to Pay Off
Spirit’s improvement comes shortly after significant lineup adjustments:
magixx took over the in-game leader role
magixx and zont1x returned to the starting lineup
chopper and zweih were moved to the bench
The refreshed roster has quickly shown better synergy and structure in recent events.
donk on improved team communication
The star rifler highlighted how the roster reunion helped the team stabilize:
“The comeback makes communication easier. It’s easier to play when you understand what your teammate wants to do.”
magixx on calling for Team Spirit
The new captain explained the team’s decision-making system:
“The guys can suggest some things, but the final decision is mine.”
He also joked about Spirit’s aggressive playstyle:
“I do have a strat. It’s called ‘donk go kill.’”
What’s Next for Team Spirit in 2026
Spirit’s return to the top five comes at a crucial moment before several major Tier-1 events.
PGL Cluj-Napoca 2026
The team will soon compete at PGL Cluj-Napoca (Feb 14–22) with a $1.25 million prize pool, where the updated rankings will immediately be tested.
BLAST Open Spring 2026
Spirit are also confirmed for BLAST Open Spring 2026 (March 18–29) in the Netherlands — another key LAN event that could reshape the rankings again.
Why This Ranking Matters
Breaking back into the HLTV Top 5 signals that Team Spirit are once again a title contender in CS2.
With improved chemistry, a proven star core, and strong LAN results, the team enters the 2026 spring season as one of the most dangerous squads outside the current top four.
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