MOUZ Returns to the Top 3 of the HLTV CS2 Ranking

The portal HLTV.org has released its updated weekly ranking of the strongest Counter-Strike 2 teams in the world. The biggest change at the top of the table is the return of MOUZ to the top three - the team has moved up to third place, overtaking Team Falcons.

The leader of the ranking remains Team Vitality. The French squad has held the number one position since the beginning of 2026 thanks to strong performances at major tournaments, including victories at PGL Cluj-Napoca 2026 and IEM Krakow 2026. FURIA Esports sits in second place, continuing to show consistent results and preparing for key matches in the ESL Pro League Season 23: Online Stage.

The return of MOUZ to the top three became one of the most notable changes in the updated ranking. The team continues to perform confidently this season and will soon play in the ESL Pro League Season 23 playoffs, where they will try to secure their position among the best teams in the world.

The ranking update also brought several changes in the middle of the table. Aurora managed to enter the top 8, pushing Natus Vincere down to ninth place. At the same time, paiN Gaming improved its position by overtaking Team Liquid and GamerLegion, and now holds the 15th place.

A noticeable improvement was also shown by Legacy, which gained 11 positions and entered the top 21 of the global ranking. Monte also improved its standing, rising from 28th to 22nd place.

The HLTV ranking is updated weekly and primarily takes into account team results from the last two months. Achievements from the past year are also considered, although their influence gradually decreases over time.

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Upcoming results from major tournaments, including ESL Pro League Season 23, could once again significantly impact the standings in the global Counter-Strike 2 ranking.