The International (Dota 2)

Publication date: 19 August 2022

About the Dota 2 World Championships

The Dota 2 Computer Game World Championship (International) is the first Dota 2 event and the largest esports tournament of its kind. It is hosted by Valve.

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2025 Dota 2 World Championship

The 2025 Dota 2 World Championship, also known as The International 2025 , will be the premier event in the world of esports. The tournament will bring together the best teams to compete for a multi-million dollar prize pool and the title of champion.

When and Where Will It Take Place

The International 2025 will take place from September 11 to 14, 2025. The location has not yet been announced, but it is expected to take place in one of the leading esports countries, such as the United States, China, or Europe.

Participants

The tournament will feature 18 teams, including winners of regional qualifiers and invited teams. The participants will include both experienced teams and new talents.

Favorites

Team Spirit : The champions, who have consistently shown a high level.
Team Liquid : The current champion.
Gaimin Gladiators: The team that dominated the 2023-24 season.
PSG.LGD: The Chinese team that always has aspirations to win.
OG: Two-time champions who are capable of surprises.

History of the International

The International tournaments have been held every year since 2011 and represent the prestigious event in Dota 2. Winning The International is the ultimate achievement for teams and players from all over the world. The prize pool of the first tournament was $1.6 million and grows every year with the prize pool exceeding $40 million in 2021.

Since 2013, part of the prize pool has been generated through crowdfunding (before the tournament, regular players are given the opportunity to buy into the in-game shop for certain bonuses. Part of the proceeds from those sales goes to replenish the tournament prize pool).