Valve’s popular MOBA game DOTA 2 is set to make a return to the Esports World Cup in 2025, hosting the final ESL Pro Tour Championship. Teams are currently battling through qualifiers to secure a spot in this prestigious event, which promises an exciting showdown.
The Esports World Cup, held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, is a premier international esports competition that made its debut in 2024 with the largest prize pool in esports history. In 2025, the event is expected to award over $70 million to teams and players across 25 different games, making it a highly anticipated spectacle in the gaming world.
Among the competitions at the Esports World Cup is the DOTA 2 tournament, which saw its first appearance in 2024 with the Riyadh Masters event. The upcoming 2025 edition will feature 16 top teams, including the defending champions Gaimin Gladiators, as they vie for the title and a piece of the $3 million prize pool.
The tournament format for the 2025 DOTA 2 event includes various stages such as qualifications, group stage, gauntlet bracket, and finals. Teams can secure entry through different routes, including direct invitations, regional qualifiers, and the EPT tour. The competition will culminate in a high-stakes final bracket where only the best will emerge victorious.
Unlike The International, DOTA 2’s renowned World Championship, the 2025 Esports World Cup will stand on its own as a Tier 1 tournament of significant importance within the DOTA 2 community. Fans can catch all the action live on the Esports World Cup’s official Twitch and YouTube channels, ensuring a global audience for this thrilling event.
Mark your calendars for the main event scheduled to take place from July 8 to 19, 2025, where the world’s top DOTA 2 teams will compete for glory and a chance to etch their names in esports history. Stay tuned for more updates as the qualifiers progress and the competition intensifies.
As the Esports World Cup continues to grow and attract top talent from around the globe, the 2025 edition promises to be a showcase of skill, strategy, and sheer determination. With a record-breaking prize pool and a lineup of elite teams, this event is shaping up to be a highlight of the esports calendar, drawing in fans and players alike.
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