Top teams ignore BLAST Rivals in Fort Worth
Eight participants have been confirmed for the million‑dollar BLAST Rivals 2026 Season 1 in Texas. From the top‑5 VRS, only Vitality and FURIA will attend.
Six of the strongest teams — MOUZ, PARIVISION, Falcons, Spirit, Aurora and The MongolZ — declined the invitation. However, Natus Vincere agreed to play.
Their places in the bracket go to contenders Astralis, G2 and FaZe, as well as underdogs GamerLegion and FUT. The tournament will take place in Fort Worth from April 27 to May 3 between IEM Rio and PGL Astana.
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