BLAST Playoffs - Friday, 3/27/2026 CS2 Picks

It’s the BLAST Open quarterfinals! Six of the best teams in Counter-Strike will do battle in the Netherlands for their share of the big money, and it all starts on Friday, March 27th, 2026.

Vitality and Na'Vi have already booked their spots in the semi-finals, which will be on Saturday.

Aurora vs. The MongolZ - 10:00 AM ET

MongolZ have been without their coach for this event, which matters more in an elimination battle on stage, where the stakes will be high.

XANTARES is still the key variable on Aurora's side. If he is taking over maps and doesn’t let his emotions affect the rest of the team, the Turkish squad should get the victory. He’s the highest upside pick given his skill and aggressive style.

MongolZ have very talented players, but operating without coaching support in a pressure series is a meaningful disadvantage. Overall, I wouldn’t be surprised to see this go three full maps.

Pick: Aurora 2 - The Mongolz 1
Top Projection: XANTARES
Leverage: 910

Falcons vs. PARIVISION - 1:30 PM ET

Falcons are the favorites in the odds, but PARIVISION generally does not make it easy. This team is extremely structured and disciplined, and opponents tend to look worse against them than the on-paper matchup suggests.

Falcons have the individual talent to close it, with m0NESY, NiKo, and kyousuke the three most consistent performers. If Falcons win, those three are likely carrying the output. Just know the upside is a bit more capped in this kind of matchup.

PARIVISION for sure has upset potential, considering Jame is one of the most well-respected, experienced in-game leaders in Counter-Strike. There is some exciting young firepower surrounding him, as well.

Pick: Falcons 2 - PARIVISION 1
Top Projection: m0NESY
Leverage: zweih

Good luck!