StarLadder to Return

Written by Dante Uzel on 02 April 2024 09:55

In a significant announcement today, StarLadder revealed plans for a return, unveiling at least four StarSeries tournaments slated for 2025 - 2026. Each of these tournaments is set to host 16 teams, marking a notable increase in participants. Qualifying rounds will span the globe, ensuring a diverse pool of contenders.

Season 19: May 26 – June 1, 2025
Season 20: September 12 – September 21, 2025
Season 21: May 25 – May 31, 2026
Season 22: September 11 – September 20, 2026

The tournament organizer stated "We consider a significant increase in the number of professional teams as the criterion for entering a new era. A large number of tournaments, with new CS2 licensing rules, should contribute to this. We are approaching the time when several parallel events in different parts of the world will have worthy line-ups of teams and will generate interest among viewers."