Exciting news surface for Skyesports Masters 2025

In the wake of Valve's announcement, Skyesports was quick to express its support for the new guidelines. Shiva "Marvel" Nandy, the CEO of Skyesports, affirmed their commitment to aligning with Valve's new guidelines. This means that Skyesports Masters 2025 will adhere to the new ranking system, moving away from the franchised-league structure. However, the upcoming Skyesports Masters in 2024 will proceed in the same franchised league format as the current 2023 edition. This could be the last opportunity for partner teams to compete under the existing system before the transformation takes full effect.

In a recent tweet, Valve revealed plans to revamp the landscape of high-profile tournaments and the future of Counter-Strike as an esport. The announcement highlighted concerns about the influence of "business relationships," referring to partnerships and franchising, which have potentially shifted the focus away from the core values of talent and skill being the only limit in competitive play.

In a bid to level the playing field, Valve unveiled a blog post stating that, as of 2025, invites to high-profile tournaments will be determined through a new, robust ranking system. This system will take into account a diverse range of criteria, ensuring that the most deserving teams secure a spot in these events.