Top 10 AWPers in CS2
AWPer is a key role for any team, as this player is responsible for a good chunk of the squad’s overall damage output and also plays a crucial role in map control. In some cases, a good enough sniper can take down entire teams of opponents, earning a well-deserved Ace and winning a round single-handedly.
Although this powerful gun is widely used by beginners due to its “one-shot, one-kill” firepower, mastering the AWP is no mean feat. Today, we’ll review the top 10 CS2 players who have accomplished just that. Those are the true gods of sniping, and watching their matches feels like enjoying a thrilling action movie. It goes without saying that all these pros have high ranks in the CS2 world ranking system.
Our list of the best CS AWPers is based on data from HLTV, which combines a variety of factors like Kill, Survival, KAST, Damage, and Impact ratings. Also, we’ll discuss only the players with ongoing careers who actively participate in CS2 tournaments at the time of writing.
10. regali — Iulian Harjau
This up-and-coming AWPer from Romania currently plays in FlyQuest. Iulian is a promising young player who combines the aggressive playstyle of s1mple and the smart tactical maneuvers of dev1ce. Despite his young age, regali has already played in several professional CS2 teams, including the big names like Entropiq and OG.
HLTV Rating: 1.15
AWP kills per round: 0.37
Impact rating: 1.13
Recent major achievements:
- Asian Champions League 2025 — 3rd ($30,000);
- BLAST Premier: Spring Showdown 2024 — 3rd ($12,500).
9. ANa — Ana Dumbrava
Do all promising CS2 AWP players hail from Romania? Probably not, but that’s a fun coincidence. ANa currently plays for Imperial Valkyries and has quite a few impressive awards to her name. She was recognized as the Best Female Player of 2023 according to Bo3 and Women's Player of the Year 2024 by HLTV. This dangerous lady has been competing on the Counter-Strike pro scene since 2015, and is well-known for her exceptional reaction time.
Before becoming a part of Imperial Valkyries, ANa played in a variety of popular teams, including Galaxy Racer Female and Nigma Galaxy. During her career, ANa proved that she can deliver deadly shots not just with an AWP, but also with ordinary rifles. In fact, she’s considered one of the best CS entry fraggers.
HLTV Rating: 1.18
AWP kills per round: 0.42
Impact rating: 1.19
Recent major achievements:
- ESL Impact League Season 7 — 3rd ($13,000);
- ESL Impact League Season 6 — 1st ($50,000);
- ESL Impact League Season 4 MVP award.
8. dev1ce — Nicolai Reedtz
Danish professional AWPer from Astralis, four-time Major champion, and the owner of perhaps the most impressive trophy collection on the pro scene, dev1ce is a living legend. He’s known for his unusually passive and highly precise style of play, which has brought his team many, many victories.
HLTV Rating: 1.15
AWP kills per round: 0.28
Impact rating: 1.26
Recent major achievements:
- BLAST Pro Series: Global Final 2019 — 1st ($350,000);
- StarLadder Berlin Major 2019 — 1st ($500,000);
- 19 HLTV MVPs.
7. w0nderful — Igor Zhdanov
Another rising star, w0nderful is undoubtedly one of the top 10 AWPers in CS2. Currently, this Ukrainian gamer plays in NAVI, bringing his highly aggressive style of play into the wild mix that is the team’s current composition. As befitting a NAVI, Igor often takes calculated risks, relying on his quick reaction to eliminate his opponents before they can retaliate. Despite being one of the youngest CS2 pro players, w0nderful already had quite a career, as before joining Natus Vincere, he played in the legendary Team Spirit.
HLTV Rating: 1.19
AWP kills per round: 0.32
Impact rating: 1.13
Recent major achievements:
- StarLadder StarSeries Fall 2025 — 1st ($200,000);
- Intel Extreme Masters Rio 2024 — 1st ($100,000);
- 4 EVPs.
6. sterling — Euan Moore
A cold mind and Spider-Man-like reactions — that’s what makes this New Zealander an irreplaceable member of ex-TALON. In addition to strong sniping skills, Euan is known for his strategic acumen, being one of the best CS2 IGLs.
Since the release of Counter-Strike 2, sterling has been playing on the pro scene only as a member of ex-TALON. However, during the Global Offensive era, he also participated in small local teams like Encore Esports Club and LookingForOrg.
HLTV Rating: 1.19
AWP kills per round: 0.38
Impact rating: 1.18
Recent major achievements:
- ESL ANZ Champs Season 13 — 1st ($5,970);
- ESEA Season 38: Premier Division — Australia — 1st ($3,000).
If you want to learn more about the professional CS, check out our list of the CS2 pro teams.
5. SENSEi — Dmytro Shvorak
SENSEi is a controversial player, but there is no doubt that he’s also among the most skillful CS2 AWPers. Despite being banned from all ESIC member events, this pro gamer from Ukraine continues to participate in various eSports events as a streamer. With his efficient combination of AWP and assault rifles, Dmytro seems to always defy the odds, making thousands of players try to replicate his playstyle in their matches.
HLTV Rating: 1.21
AWP kills per round: 0.44
Impact rating: 1.18
Recent major achievements:
- Thunderpick Bitcoin Series #2 — 4th ($7,350);
- Forward Cup — 1st ($25,000).
4. try — Santino Rigal
Here we have another diamond in the rough, a player who has a strong chance to one day become the #1 among the top AWP players in CS2. After his impressive career in 9z Team, try became a member of Imperial Esports. Due to his young age and lack of experience, he still struggles with entry fragging from time to time. However, when it comes to dynamic openings and tough clutch situations, only a couple of pro players can compete with this AWPer.
HLTV Rating: 1.21
AWP kills per round: 0.40
Impact rating: 1.22
Recent major achievements:
- Circuito FERJEE 2025 — 1st ($20,000);
- Thunderpick World Championship 2025: South American Series #1 — 1st ($28,000).
3. smooya — Owen Butterfield
smooya is known for his ability to dominate games by getting opening kills and controlling the map. This pro player from Britain often chooses unexpected angles for attack and dueling, which creates an advantage for other members of his Into The Breach.
Owen began his career in 2016 and has already been a member of several notable teams. Many fans still remember his outstanding performance in Epsilon eSports and Fnatic.
HLTV Rating: 1.20
AWP kills per round: 0.39
Impact rating: 1.27
Recent major achievements:
- Galaxy Battle 2025 // Phase 3 — 1st ($25,000);
- REPUBLEAGUE Season 2 — 1st ($67,692).
2. s1mple — Oleksandr Kostyliev
And now it’s time for the Ukrainian angel of death, a real beast, a killing machine, and a s1mple legend. You can read thousands of lists of the best AWPers in CS2, and in all of them, s1mple will surely be featured among the leaders. Curiously enough, despite his impressive list of achievements, s1mple won his first Major just four years ago as a part of the NAVI team roster. Well, at least it was well deserved, as he was named the MVP of the tournament.
HLTV Rating: 1.24
AWP kills per round: 0.32
Impact rating: 1.34
Recent major achievements:
- BLAST Premier: Spring Finals 2022 — 1st ($200,000);
- PGL Major Stockholm 2021 — 1st ($1,000,000);
- 21 HLTV MVP medals.
1. ZywOo — Mathieu Herbaut
This is the man who beat s1mple twice to the title of the best player in the world. ZywOo is one of the best players in general and undoubtedly the best AWPer in CS2 as of 2025. They call him “silent genius” because he never gets in the way and quietly does his job. And you have to admit that he's pretty good at it.
HLTV Rating: 1.33
AWP kills per round: 0.31
Impact rating: 1.44
Recent major achievements:
- BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025 — 1st ($500,000);
- ESL Grand Slam Season 5 — 1st ($1,000,000);
- 27 HLTV MVP medals.
So, who is the best AWPer in CS2? Now you can answer this tricky question! For the time being, anyway. We are well aware that this list isn’t exhaustive, and there are many more worthy contenders. Nevertheless, this ranking more or less reflects the picture as it stands today.
The best CS2 AWPers have been and are the crowd favorites, as playing sniper at this level requires God-like skills. Their AWP performances prove that eSports can sometimes be far more entertaining than their outdoor counterparts.
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