All Set for Riyadh: Teams Arrive for $3M Dota 2 Esports World Cup

Sixteen of the world’s top Dota 2 teams have landed in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia ahead of the Esports World Cup 2025, where they’ll compete for a $3 million prize pool in one of the most prestigious tournaments of the year. The Dota 2 bracket is just one part of the massive, multi-title event, but it remains a core focus for fans worldwide.

Confirmed participants include powerhouse organizations such as Gaimin Gladiators, Team Spirit, BetBoom, Tundra Esports, and regional qualifiers like Nigma Galaxy. The format features a group stage followed by a double-elimination playoff, promising a full week of high-stakes matchups leading to the grand final on July 19.

The venue is equipped for international broadcast, with dedicated team facilities, fan engagement zones, and stage production aimed at rivaling past Internationals in both scale and presentation. For many squads, this will be a final high-profile test ahead of The International 2025 later this year.

The Countdown Begins

With teams settling in and practice rooms active, the stage is set for a showdown that blends prestige, prize money, and global attention. All eyes now turn to Riyadh - the battle begins in just a few days.