Esports World Cup Week 3: CS2, Dota2 and PUBG Mobile

As we head to Esports World Cup Week 3, the excitement will be reaching newer heights with the introduction of two major titles: Counter-Strike 2 and PUBG MOBILE. Additionally, DOTA 2 reaches its conclusion, giving us three new champions to be excited for.

This week promises to be a thrilling ride for fans, with intense competitions and high stakes on the line. Here’s a comprehensive look at what to expect in Week 3.

Counter-Strike 2: A grand return (July 17-21)

The much-anticipated Counter-Strike 2 tournament kicks off on Esports World Cup Week 3, featuring 14 of the world's top teams competing for a $1 million prize pool. This marks the first major CS2 tournament after the player break, making it a must-watch event.

Format and Schedule:

• Round of 14: Seven single-elimination Bo3 matches. Winners advance to the Finals Bracket, while losers move to the Losers Bracket.
  • Fixtures:
    • MOUZ vs Sashi Esports
    • Team Spirit vs MIBR
    • Natus Vincere vs FURIA Esports
    • Virtus Pro vs Complexity
    • Team Vitality vs M80
    • FaZe Clan vs FlyQuest
    • G2 Esports vs The MongolZ
• Losers Bracket:
  • Eight teams in a single-elimination Bo1 format. Only one team advances to the Finals Bracket.
• Finals Bracket:
  • Quarterfinals: July 18-19
  • Semifinals: July 20
  • Grand Finals: July 21

The team that emerges victorious will not only take home the biggest share of the prize pool but also earn 1000 Club points.

Dota 2: Riyadh Masters playoffs (July 16-21)

The Dota 2 Riyadh Masters has entered its final week on Esports World Cup Week 3, featuring the top 12 teams from the group stage and play-in phase. After 3 awesome weeks of intense gameplay and  the $3 million prize pool getting within reach, the competition is fiercer than ever!

Participating teams:

• Group Stage Teams:
  • Team Falcons
  • BetBoom Team
  • Gaimin Gladiators
  • Xtreme Gaming
  • Tundra Esports
  • Team Liquid
  • OG
  • Team Spirit
• Play-in Stage Teams:
  • Entity
  • PSG Quest
  • Aurora
  • LGD Gaming

Playoff shedule:

• Upper Bracket:
  • Tundra Esports vs OG: July 16, 11:00 CEST
  • Team Falcons vs WBG.XG: July 16, 14:30 CEST
  • Entity vs Gaimin Gladiators: July 16, 14:30 CEST
  • Team Spirit vs Team Liquid: July 16, 18:00 CEST
• Lower Bracket and Beyond:
  • All matches Bo3, Grand Final Bo5

PUBG Mobile World Cup (July 19-28)

The PUBG MOBILE World Cup at the Esports World Cup Week 3 is set to be one of the most anticipated events, with 28 teams from around the globe competing for a staggering $3 million prize pool. This tournament promises dynamism and strategic gameplay, making it one of the highlights of Week 3.

Schedule: Daily matches from 14:00 to 18:40 GMT+02:00

The tournament will feature high-stakes matches where teams aim to outlast and outplay their opponents. With immersive gameplay and tactical depth, PUBG MOBILE is set to captivate audiences worldwide.

How to watch

Fans can watch all the action live on the official Twitch, YouTube and X (former Twitter) channels of the Esports World Cup. Week 3 promises to deliver unforgettable moments and intense competition as teams battle for glory in Counter-Strike 2, Dota 2, and PUBG MOBILE.

Stay tuned to Strafe for more updates and detailed Social Media coverage throughout the whole event.

Feature image credits: Esports World Cup

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