Counter-Strike: Complexity stun FaZe 2-0 to reach Bucharest playoffs

    In a stunning upset at the PGL Bucharest Major, Complexity Gaming swept FaZe Clan 2-0 in the Swiss Stage, securing their first Playoff appearance of 2025 and eliminating former teammate Jonathan "EliGE" Jablonowski.

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    Led by Håkon "hallzerk" Fjærli's dominant performance, Complexity outclassed the favorites despite entering as underdogs.

    The win is especially meaningful given the backstory: EliGE, once considered the centerpiece of Complexity, had left for FaZe in pursuit of greater success. His former squad, meanwhile, took a gamble on lesser-known talents Danny "cxzi" Strzelczyk and Nick "nicx" Lee. Though the start of the year looked bleak - with a 10-match losing streak and heavy community skepticism - the team's mid-season coaching change and rapid improvement flipped the narrative.

    Complexity's 13-match win streak leading into Bucharest and their recent close loss to G2 hinted at promise, but the win over FaZe solidified their status as serious contenders.

    For in-game leader Johnny "JT" Theodosiou, celebrating a landmark win on his birthday made the moment even more special.

    While it's too early to declare a full North American renaissance, Complexity's rise is a breath of fresh air in a scene long overdue for a comeback.