s1mple HLTV Stats & Career Profile
Oleksandr "s1mple" Kostyliev is widely regarded as the greatest Counter-Strike player of all time. His HLTV career rating of 1.28 across thousands of professional maps places him firmly at the top of all-time statistical records. With 21 HLTV MVP medals — the most ever awarded to a single player — s1mple's dominance over the competitive scene has been consistent and unmatched.
Career Highlights at a Glance
s1mple spent the majority of his career at Natus Vincere (NaVi), where he won the PGL Major Stockholm 2021 — his first and long-awaited Major championship. He was named HLTV's #1 player of the year for four consecutive years (2018–2021), a record that still stands today. His peak HLTV rating of 1.38 in 2018 remains one of the highest single-year ratings ever recorded.
Once we've been together for one or two months, I can feel the team growing and improving every day. That motivates me to keep going. s1mple, January 2026
s1mple Joins FaZe Clan on Loan (2025)
In May 2025, FaZe Clan announced that s1mple had joined the roster on a loan deal from Natus Vincere ahead of the Austin Major. The move sent shockwaves through the CS2 scene, pairing s1mple with an elite international lineup. His performance at the Major drew significant attention as fans tracked his ability to integrate into a new team environment after years at NaVi.
s1mple's Statistical Profile
Across his professional career, s1mple has consistently posted elite numbers in every major statistical category. His headshot percentage, opening kill success rate, and multi-kill frequency all rank in the top percentile across all professional CS2 players tracked on HLTV. He excels with both the AWP and rifles, making him uniquely difficult to counter regardless of role.
In 2026, s1mple continues to be an active force on the international scene. His performances at IEM Kraków 2026 and BLAST events have kept him relevant in discussions around the current top players. Fans searching for the latest s1mple HLTV data can find regularly updated stats, match results, and tournament history right here on Simple HLTV — the clearest view of Counter-Strike data on the web.