Dota 2 Esports News

On January 25, 2024, Into the Breach (ITB) released a public statement announcing their closure, marking the beginning of a huge scandal in the esports industry. Initial Public Statement The Announcement Into the Breach released an official statement revealing that significant mismanagement had been discovered within the organization. The investigation uncovered that an individual who had been entrusted with all financial and monetary decisions had been embezzling funds for personal use. Impact on Operations The organization stated that this betrayalmore

Today's Strafe's Featured Match of the Day comes from FISSURE PLAYGROUND #1 Group Stage, where the two rivals i.e. Giamin Gladiators and Tundra Esports take the centre stage to close out their run. The listicle also features LEC Winter 2025 Split 1 game with enticing odds. After careful analysis, our expert team has handpicked the most promising matches in Dota 2 and League of Legends for your predictions today with particularly enticing odds. *Best Esports Predictions and Odds for themore

At the BLAST Bounty Spring 2024, Team Spirit and Eternal Fire take the centre stage for an electrifying grand final matchup, making it Strafe's Featured Match of the Day. After careful analysis, our expert team has handpicked the most promising matches in Dota 2, League of Legends and VALORANT for your predictions today with particularly enticing odds. *Best Esports Predictions and Odds for the 26th of January, 2025 as collected by the Strafe Esports Content Team.  Featured Match of the Day 2025more

The year is about to start on the professional side of Dota 2 with the upcoming FISSURE PLAYGROUND, set to happen in Belgrade. After what felt like an eternity of qualifiers, teams will be back in action starting on January 24th.     Similarly to most Tier 1 tournaments, we have a $1,000,000 USD prize pool that is to be divided by the 16 teams invited to Belgrade. Without delay, let's dive in a little deeper and talk about themore

After 15 long years, The International returns to its birthplace in 2025. Germany will host Valve's biggest tournament once again. The venue and city have shifted since last time though. Instead of Koelnmesse in Cologne, Valve will host the event in Barclays Arena, in Hamburg. Aside from announcing the location of the event, Valve also shared when the The International 2025 will happen and how teams can qualify for the event. The International 2025 is set for September In the past,more

Today sees the continuation of the LEC Winter Season including the highly anticipated clash between Team Vitality and Movistar KOI. For the non-VALORANT fans, we have also curated several other notable matches with particularly enticing odds in the following esports titles: Valorant and Dota 2. Our analyst team has sat down and collected, what we think, are the best matches for YOU to predict on today. All outcomes for selected matches are moneyline predictions, meaning the focus is on overall Win/Loss rather thanmore

Today sees the continuation of ESL One Raleigh 2025: Western Europe Closed Qualifier including the highly anticipated clash between AVULUS and OG. For the non-DOTA 2 fans, we have curated several other notable matches with particularly enticing odds in the following esports titles: League Of Legends and Valorant. Our analyst team has sat down and collected, what we think, are the best matches for YOU to predict on today. All outcomes for selected matches are moneyline predictions, meaning the focusmore

Today sees the beginning of the Closed Qualifier of ESL One Raleigh 2025, including a highly anticipated matchup between Tundra Esports and Team Secret. For the non-DOTA fans, we have also curated several other notable matches with particularly enticing odds in League of Legends and VALORANT as well. Our analyst team has sat down and collected, what we think, are the best matches for YOU to predict on today. All outcomes for selected matches are moneyline predictions, meaning the focus is on overall Win/Lossmore

Shopify Rebellion and Moist Esports have officially announced their merger, marking a significant evolution for both organizations. Thus bringing two influential organizations together under one banner. With the inclusion of prominent creators Charles Christopher “MoistCr1TiKaL” White Jr. and Ludwig “Ludwig” Ahgren as co-owners, this move will undoubtedly strengthen the organization’s reach and appeal. This decision follows in the footsteps of Moist x Shopify Rebellion, a previous collaboration between the two organizations in the North American VALORANT Challengers League, which capturedmore

Today sees the beginning of VCT EMEA, including the highly anticipated clash between Karmine Corp and Natus Vincere. For the non-VALORANT fans, we have also curated several other notable matches with particularly enticing odds in the following esports titles: Counter-Strike 2 and Dota 2. Our analyst team has sat down and collected, what we think, are the best matches for YOU to predict on today. All outcomes for selected matches are moneyline predictions, meaning the focus is on overall Win/Lossmore

Introduction Marci in Dota 2 has captured the hearts of many players with her unique abilities and compelling backstory. This article delves into Marci's lore, her abilities, recommended items, and some interesting trivia. By the end, you'll have a solid understanding of how to effectively use Marci in your Dota 2 matches. This guide aims to equip you with the knowledge to maximize Marci's potential in various scenarios. Marci's Lore Marci's origins remain a mystery to most, known only tomore

Team Spirit brings back two iconic members. After a three month break, Illya "Yatoro" Mulyarchuk, and Magomed "Collapse" Khalilov are back on the active roster. Joining them is the team's two time International Winning coach, Airat "Silent" Gaziev. The return of the core members of Team Spirit puts Alan "Satanic" Gallyamov on the bench, while Abdimalik "Malik" Sailau returns to searching for a team. Yatoro and Collapse have been grinding hard After placing in the top 12 at The Internationalmore

Team Liquid concluded last season by winning The International 2024. While many Dota 2 players dream of turning their passion into a professional career, there’s much about the scene that often goes unnoticed. Coaches, analysts, and other staff members contribute immensely, fostering team chemistry, strategizing for matches, and ensuring the roster can perform at its peak. Recently, in Team Liquid's special show reflecting the team's journey, William "Blitz" Lee revealed how he got the opportunity to work with the team. Blitzmore

It's been an eventful year for Dota 2. With the DPC gone, a host of new tournament organizers have entered the scene. We had more million dollar events than anytime in the game's history. We also saw the rise of a new region, heralded by Team Falcons. There's a lot to go through, so enjoy Strafe's recap of the Dota 2 2024 season to catch you up on all the action this year. The biggest highlights of the Dota 2more

After months of inactivity, OG Esports has released Bozhidar "bzm" Bogdanov and he has found a new home with Tundra Esports. He will be replacing another OG alumni, Topias "Topson" Taavitsainen. This is a big shift for Tundra, as they have changed nearly their entire roster since their International 13 lineup. BZM adds a new flavor to Tundra Esports Topson is known for many things. He was a pub star who helped OG to two International victories. Along the waymore

2024 is approaching it's end and it's that time of year when a lot of interesting statistics come out. Among them is the continuing trend of growing Russian viewership for Dota 2. This year saw Aleksandr "Nix" Levin claim the crown as the most watched Dota 2 channel, with 24.33 million hours watched, just barely edging out Janne "Gorgc" Stefanovski's 23.64 million. Not only are Russian language streams the biggest on Twitch, but official tournaments in Russian tend to attractmore

The North American Dota 2 scene has long been dominated by a single roster, despite the presence of several talented players. However, this dominant roster consistently falls short on the international stage at LAN events. Consequently, some players from the region have migrated to other regions, while others have pursued careers outside of professional gaming. While many organizations and sponsors have been hesitant to invest in the scene, one determined investor has placed his hopes in a promising roster, aimingmore

Esports betting is becoming a significant part of the global gaming ecosystem, offering fans an additional way to engage with their favorite teams and tournaments. While the rise of competitive gaming has been meteoric, the legality of betting on esports varies widely across the world. Different countries have adopted distinct approaches, from comprehensive regulation to outright prohibition. In this article, we explore the global landscape of gambling on esports, highlighting countries where it's permitted and diving into the factors shapingmore

The landscape of online gamble on Esports in the United States is a complex and rapidly evolving one, shaped by state-by-state regulations and federal policies. As of 2024, the legal status of online gambling varies significantly from one state to another, with some fully embracing both online casinos and sports betting, while others maintain restrictions or outright bans. This article takes a deep dive into the current legal status of online gambling across the US, highlights key states where thismore

The long-standing debate over the kings of eSports takes an new turn as the numbers for 2024 roll in. In a year marked by evolving industry dynamics and intensifying competition, one title continues to stand unchallenged at the top: Dota 2. Despite facing reduced prize pools and mounting rivalries, this legendary MOBA maintains its position as the highest-grossing eSport, reaffirming its legacy as a dominant force in the gaming world. Dota 2 and Counter-Strike Continue to Dominate As the eSportsmore