April 18, 2025
PARIVISION leads the power rankings after a triumphant win at ESL One Raleigh, cementing their dominance in the competitive scene. Meanwhile, Team Spirit and Tundra Esports round out the top three, with each showing potential for resurgence and adaptability.
Ilya "Kiritych" Ulyanov, former Virtus.pro player, is trialing with Team Secret in Dota 2 as he explores joining their roster. Kiritych, 22, has maintained competitive momentum despite being inactive since March.
April 17, 2025
Valve's March 2025 update to Dota 2's Immortal Draft raises the MMR threshold to 8,500 and restricts match data access for the top 0.5% players. This change disrupts third-party tools and may slow community knowledge transfer and skill development.
April 16, 2025
The International 2025 returns to Germany for the first time since 2011, bringing the Dota 2 championship from September 4 to 14. The tournament features a Swiss stage, elimination rounds, and a main event, culminating in a best-of-five grand final, with a base prize pool of $1.6 million.
The International 2025 Dota 2 tournament kicks off in September with a new Swiss-style format leading to a double-elimination main event. Tickets are now available, and fans can stream matches online.
April 15, 2025
Tickets for Dota 2's The International 2025, set in Hamburg, are now on sale, marking the event's return to Germany since 2011. Running from September 4-14, the tournament introduces a new format and various ticket tiers.
PARIVISION clinched the ESL One Raleigh 2025 Dota 2 title with a 3-1 victory over Team Spirit, taking home $250,000. Their win also positions them strongly for Esports World 2025 qualification.
ESL One Raleigh 2025 shattered records with over 319,000 peak viewers during its semifinal, marking it as the most popular non-Valve Dota 2 event in the U.S. Co-streaming played a pivotal role, contributing significantly to the 9 million hours watched, particularly among Russian-speaking audiences.
PARIVISION clinched the ESL One Raleigh championship, cementing their status as a Dota 2 powerhouse. This event, significant as the second ESL One in North America since 2015, saw enthusiastic fan turnout at the Raleigh Convention Center.
April 14, 2025
PARIVISION clinched the ESL One Raleigh 2025 Dota 2 championship, defeating Team Spirit 3-1 in the grand final. The tournament, featuring 12 elite teams, boasted a $1 million prize pool.
April 12, 2025
Team Liquid and BB Team advance in the ESL One Raleigh 2025 Lower Bracket after decisive 2-0 victories. The next playoff matches are set for April 12, concluding the tournament.
April 11, 2025
ESL One Raleigh 2025 playoffs began today with Tundra Esports and Team Spirit showcasing their prowess. PARIVISION started strong but Tundra made a comeback, while Team Spirit executed a reverse sweep against Team Falcons.
Copenhagen will host the BLAST Slam III Dota 2 tournament starting May 5, 2025, featuring top teams like Tundra Esports and BetBoom Team vying for a $1 million prize. The event's unique format includes best-of-one group matches and a grand final on May 11, streamed live on multiple platforms.
The ESL One Raleigh esports tournament kicks off today at the Raleigh Convention Center, marking the first major Dota 2 event in North America in a decade. Twelve teams vie for a $1 million prize pool, with fans enjoying interactive booths and cosplay activities.
Dota 2 veteran Seleri joins MOUZ as position 5 support and captain, reuniting with former coach Immortal.faith, after leaving Gaimin Gladiators due to burnout. MOUZ is rebuilding for the 2025 Esports World Cup, aiming to qualify for the $3 million event in Riyadh.
American Dota 2 teams, Shopify Rebellion and HEROIC, were eliminated early from ESL One Raleigh 2025, finishing last in their groups. Despite notable players, both teams struggled with strategy and execution, earning less than $30,000 in prize money.
April 8, 2025
ESL One Raleigh 2025 breaks records as the first North American ESL One Dota 2 event in a decade, drawing 193,796 peak viewers on its opening day. With a $1 million prize pool, it's pivotal for EPT Points and features top teams like Nigma Galaxy and Team Spirit.
April 7, 2025
Team Liquid announced Jonathan "bryle-" Santos de Guia as a stand-in for the ESL One Raleigh 2025 Dota 2 tournament due to Michal "Nisha" Jankowski's visa issues. Despite Nisha's absence, Team Liquid remains a strong contender, having secured a win and a draw so far, with more matches ahead.
April 4, 2025
Team Falcons faces a challenge at ESL One Raleigh 2025 as visa issues sideline their mid player Stanislav 'Malr1ne' Potorak, prompting the addition of veteran Quinn Callaghan. The tournament's return to North America after a decade is marred by visa complications, raising concerns about future esports events in the region.
April 3, 2025
For the first time, The International 2025 will feature a Swiss Stage format, called The Road to The International, starting September 4 in Germany. Sixteen teams will compete in best-of-three matches, with the aim to enhance competitive integrity and excitement.