The Call of Duty League's Major IV commenced on May 23, 2025, at DreamHack Dallas, marking the final opportunity for teams to secure their spots in the postseason. The event, held at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center, features a double-elimination bracket with teams vying for crucial CDL points and a share of the prize pool.
Standings After Day 1:
| Rank | Team | Record | Map W/L | Map Win % |
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| 1st | Minnesota RØKKR | 2-1 | 6-7 | 46.15% |
| 2nd | Los Angeles Thieves | 1-0 | 3-0 | 100% |
| 3rd | Miami Heretics | 1-0 | 3-0 | 100% |
| 4th | LA Guerrillas M8 | 1-0 | 3-0 | 100% |
| 5th | OpTic Texas | 1-0 | 3-1 | 75% |
| 6th | Atlanta FaZe | 1-0 | 3-1 | 75% |
| 7th | Toronto Ultra | 1-1 | 4-5 | 44.44% |
| 8th | Vegas Falcons | 1-1 | 5-5 | 50% |
| 9th | Carolina Royal Ravens | 0-1 | 2-3 | 40% |
| 10th | Boston Breach | 0-1 | 2-3 | 40% |
| 11th | Cloud9 New York | 0-2 | 1-6 | 14.29% |
| 12th | Vancouver Surge | 0-2 | 2-6 | 25% |
Key Highlights:
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Minnesota RØKKR's Crucial Path: Currently leading the standings, Minnesota RØKKR must maintain their top position to secure a spot in the Championship. Their qualification heavily depends on their performance and that of OpTic Texas in this Major.
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Miami Heretics' Historic Opportunity: With a flawless start, Miami Heretics are poised to potentially clinch their first Major title, marking a significant milestone for the team.
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OpTic Texas' New Addition: The debut of Mercules with OpTic Texas was met with enthusiasm from fans, as the team secured a strong opening victory, bolstering their championship aspirations.
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Eliminations: Teams ranked 9th to 12th—Carolina Royal Ravens, Boston Breach, Cloud9 New York, and Vancouver Surge—were eliminated on the first day, ending their Major IV campaigns prematurely.
As the tournament progresses, all eyes will be on whether Miami Heretics can sustain their momentum, if Minnesota RØKKR can secure their Championship berth, and how OpTic Texas will perform with their new roster addition.