Prominent Dota 2 commentator Daria `Eiritel` Morozova offered her assessment of the second day of the Riyadh Masters 2025 group stage, drawing particular attention to the performance of Team Falcons. According to Eiritel, the widely favored Falcons showed visible signs of `tilt` following their losses, noting how visibly affected they seemed during play.
This observation, she pointed out, aligns with a rather prophetic pre-tournament statement from Falcons` midlaner Stanislav `Malr1ne` Potorak, who had lightheartedly remarked, “I hope everything goes well, and we get on our knees.” Eiritel suggests this prediction, perhaps intended ironically or as a humble wish for resilience, has become an unexpected reality for the team so far, as their struggles saw them metaphorically `kneeling` under pressure.
Beyond Falcons, Eiritel provided a broader snapshot of the group dynamics. She highlighted BetBoom Team, Tundra, and Aurora as teams currently appearing `in the zone,` playing with notable synergy and confidence. In contrast, she described Virtus.pro (VP) as looking entirely `not here` on the second day, suggesting a performance far below expectations.
The upcoming match between Team Spirit and Na`Vi is marked as crucial by Eiritel, potentially deciding a key playoff slot. The commentator noted the high stakes involved, advising fans to “start polishing their shields” in anticipation of a tough battle.
She also observed that Paravision seemed to face challenges when required to play reactively or as the `second number` in strategic engagements, indicating a potential area for improvement for the team.
Eiritel also touched upon the tournament`s tiebreaker format. She clarified that classic best-of-three (Bo3) or round-robin best-of-one (Bo1) scenarios would be used depending on the number of tied teams. Adding a personal touch, she expressed a nostalgic longing for the old-school 1v1 Shadow Fiend tiebreakers – a nod to Dota`s competitive history that many veterans can appreciate.
Riyadh Masters 2025 is a premier Dota 2 tournament, forming part of the larger Esports World Cup 2025 series. The event is being held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from July 8th to 19th, featuring a substantial $3 million prize pool, with the victorious team claiming $1 million. As the group stage progresses, expert analysis like Eiritel`s provides valuable insight into the unfolding competitive landscape.
