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FISSURE PLAYGROUND 2 Group Stage Results and Playoffs Schedule
After another busy week of nonstop Dota 2, the FISSURE PLAYGROUND 2 Group Stage has finally come to an end. It’s time to review how each team performed, who advanced to the Playoffs, and how these results compare to their recent performances in other tournaments.
While the BLAST Slam IV introduced a more complex structure, FISSURE PLAYGROUND 2 opted for a straightforward and traditional approach. After the Group Stage, teams advance into a double-elimination bracket for the Playoffs — a tried-and-true competitive format that always delivers excitement.
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FISSURE PLAYGROUND 2: Group Stage Results
Let’s start by looking at the eight teams that successfully made it through the modified Swiss Stage.
At the top of the standings, Team Falcons and Team Spirit emerged as the first squads to secure their Playoff spots with perfect 3-0 records. Falcons achieved this after taking down MOUZ, Team Liquid, and BetBoom Team in convincing fashion.
Meanwhile, Team Spirit maintained their composure despite ongoing roster concerns, defeating Team Yandex, Heroic, and Aurora Gaming. Even though Spirit’s opponents weren’t among the toughest in the field, these wins help the team stay stable amid uncertainty caused by Yaroslav “Miposhka” Naidenov’s absence.
Following them, the second wave of qualified teams — Tundra Esports, BetBoom Team, and Team Yandex — also made it through with 3-1 records. Among them, Team Yandex’s performance was perhaps the most surprising. They beat Heroic and Aurora Gaming by 2-0 and 2-1, respectively, proving that their new roster has real potential to compete with stronger squads.
In the final qualification round, several upsets shaped the standings. Team Liquid, after a shaky run in recent events, found their rhythm when it mattered most. Their victory over PARIVISION — a team that kept most of its Top 3 TI roster — was particularly notable, as Liquid showed an improved level of coordination.
MOUZ also continued their strong trajectory, taking down Aurora Gaming once again. The German organization has been on an upward trend including a second-place finish at FISSURE Universe Episode 7. Beating Aurora on the second consecutive tournament reinforces MOUZ’s position as a consistent team that is slowly evolving.
Finally, Heroic managed to claim the last Playoff spot after a tight series against Vici Gaming. Both teams drew plenty of attention during the post-TI roster shuffle, but only Heroic — representing South America — managed to stay alive in the competition.
FISSURE PLAYGROUND 2: Playoffs Schedule
With the Group Stage wrapped up, the Playoffs are set to begin with a new set of high-stakes matchups. Eight teams remain, and each will now fight for their share of the prize pool and valuable circuit points. The action begins on October 28th, and here’s the schedule (in GMT):
- 09:00 — Tundra Esports vs. Team Yandex
- 12:30 — Team Falcons vs. MOUZ
- 16:00 — Team Spirit vs. Heroic
- 19:30 — BetBoom Team vs. Team Liquid
Highlighted Matchups
Let’s take a closer look at the most intriguing encounters in the first day of the Playoffs starting with Team Falcons vs. MOUZ. The reigning The International champions have looked confident throughout the Group Stage, but MOUZ might be the dark horse we haven't seen yet.
With steady improvement and a string of strong performances, MOUZ could turn this into an upset. On the other hand, if nothing unusual happens, this matchup should end with Team Falcons going forward.
Another exciting clash features Team Spirit going up against Heroic — a battle between one of the tournament’s early qualifiers and a team that barely survived the Group Stage.
Spirit’s new hard support continues to adjust, but their overall discipline and experience still make them the favorites. Heroic, however, has a recent history of defying expectations, and their aggressive style could make this match far less predictable than expected.
Closing Thoughts
Despite the early exits of heavyweights such as PARIVISION and Aurora Gaming, the FISSURE PLAYGROUND 2 Playoffs are shaping up to be a thrilling continuation to one of the busiest months in competitive Dota 2.
Every team that was not in the highlighted matchups has made adjustments since The International 2025, and this event offers a valuable benchmark to measure progress before the next wave of Tier 1 competitions. Cohesion, adaptability, and endurance will define who succeeds in this intense phase of the season.
As the Playoffs unfold, expect to see creative drafts, shifting metas, and perhaps the rise of a few unexpected heroes coming from the shadow meta and twisting things up before this patch is over.
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