Vitality Dominates PGL Cluj-Napoca 2026: ZywOo Makes History with 30th MVP and 3–0 Grand Final Sweep

Vitality Dominates PGL Cluj-Napoca 2026: ZywOo Makes History with 30th MVP and 3–0 Grand Final Sweep

PGL Cluj-Napoca 2026 concluded with Team Vitality powering through the grand final to defeat PARIVISION 3–0 in a decisive victory that cemented their place as one of the most dominant Force in Counter-Strike 2 this year.

Vitality Wins 2026 PGL Cluj-Napoca Championship

In the highly anticipated grand final, Vitality closed out the best-of-five series with maps at Overpass (13–10), Dust2 (13–4), and Inferno (16–13), securing the PGL Cluj-Napoca 2026 title and a $225,000 first-place prize from the total $625,000 prize pool.

This result marks Vitality’s second Tier 1 Counter-Strike 2 tournament victory of 2026, following their earlier win at IEM Kraków 2026, underscoring their consistency this season.

Historic ZywOo MVP Record Boosts SEO Headlines

Mathieu “ZywOo” Herbaut — widely regarded as one of Counter-Strike’s best players — grabbed his 30th career MVP medal, further extending his lead as the highest-earning MVP player in CS2 history.

ZywOo’s performance at Cluj-Napoca was a key factor in Vitality’s success, posting high ratings throughout the event and leading his team through each stage of the playoff bracket.

PARIVISION’s Impressive Run to the Final

Despite the sweep in the grand finals, PARIVISION showcased strong results throughout the PGL Cluj-Napoca 2026 event — including a breakout performance in playoffs that surprised many analysts and fans.
Their runner-up finish reinforces PARIVISION’s rising status in the 2026 competitive CS2 landscape.

Event Highlights, Gameplay Moments, and Storylines

Beyond the final scoreline, several standout moments dominated headlines and highlight reels, including impressive clutch plays and individual performances from both Vitality and PARIVISION — all contributing to one of the most watched PGL Cluj-Napoca events in recent memory.

Audience Growth and Competitive Significance

According to Esports Charts data, PGL Cluj-Napoca 2026 experienced significant viewership growth, with average audience figures more than doubling year-over-year and peak numbers rising sharply compared to the 2025 edition.

This surge underscores the strong interest in mid-season CS2 tournaments and highlights Vitality’s magnetic pull on fans worldwide.