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PARIVISION Beat Falcons 3-0 To Win BLAST Bounty Trophy
PARIVISION shocked the Counter-Strike world by sweeping Team Falcons by 3-0 in the BLAST Bounty Winter 2026 Finals, delivering one of the tournament's most dominant performances. The victory marks PARIVISION's first big trophy and caps off a stunning redemption arc for Ivan "zweih" Gogin, who lifted the championship hardware just months after a disappointing stint with Team Spirit that saw him struggle significantly, particularly during the Budapest Major.
A Statement Win
Nobody expected PARIVISION to steamroll through the final. Falcons came in as heavy favorites, riding momentum from their semifinal upset over Team Vitality. But PARIVISION had other plans. They dismantled the Saudi squad across three maps: Mirage 13-9, Dust2 13-11, and Inferno 13-11. They refused to give their opponents any breathing room. Emil "nota" Moskvitin led the charge with 59 kills.
The win wasn't just about individual brilliance, though. PARIVISION played with a tactical discipline and mental fortitude that caught everyone off guard. They looked calm under pressure, converting crucial rounds when it mattered most. For a team that entered the tournament as underdogs, their composure in the biggest moment of the year spoke volumes about how far they'd come.
zweih's Journey from Struggle to Triumph
The sweetest moment of the victory belonged to zweih. Just a month ago, the 18-year-old rifler was facing harsh criticism for his underwhelming performances with Team Spirit. After joining the Russian powerhouse from Nemiga last summer, things never quite clicked. Sure, Spirit won trophies at IEM Cologne and BLAST Bounty Season 2, but zweih struggled to find his footing individually, finishing the season with a rough 0.92 rating.
The Budapest Major became the breaking point. Team Spirit entered as contenders but failed to live up to expectations, and zweih bore the brunt of the blame. Questions swirled about whether he was ready for Tier-1 competition. The writing was on the wall, and Spirit eventually moved on from him in December. It stung, no doubt about it.
But PARIVISION saw something others didn't. They signed zweih to replace Andrey "AW" Anisimov, betting on his potential despite the rough patch. That faith just paid off in spectacular fashion. Lifting the BLAST Bounty trophy in Malta, zweih proved he belongs at the highest level. He just needed the right environment to shine.
PARIVISION's Rise Continues
This wasn't a fluke. PARIVISION has been quietly building momentum throughout the season. They impressed at the Budapest Major, reaching the third stage and establishing themselves as one of 2025's biggest surprises. Now, with their first major trophy secured and $254,687 in prize money, they've firmly planted their flag among the world's elite teams.
The tournament run showcased PARIVISION's depth. Beyond nota's heroics, players like Dzhami "Jame" Ali and Aleksandr "BELCHONOKK" Morozov delivered when the team needed it most. The team's tactical versatility allowed them to adapt across different map pools, outsmarting opponents who expected a one-dimensional approach.
What's Next
For PARIVISION, this victory opens doors. The substantial VRS points gained from winning could push them even higher in the world rankings, and they've proven they can hang with and beat the best teams on the planet. The chemistry between zweih and his new teammates looks promising, and if they maintain this form, PARIVISION could become a fixture in tournament finals throughout 2026.
As for zweih, the narrative has completely flipped. From struggling stand-in to champion in less than two months. Sometimes all it takes is a fresh start and a team that believes in you. Malta will be remembered as the place where zweih's career turned around, where he transformed from a player fighting for respect into a trophy-lifting champion.
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