The group stage and Elimination Phase at the Riyadh Masters 2025 Dota 2 tournament have reached their conclusion, setting the stage for the highly anticipated playoffs. Eight elite teams have navigated the initial hurdles and are now locked into a bracket where every match could be their last on the path to glory.
Hosted in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, this prestigious event boasts a substantial $3 million prize pool, making the stakes incredibly high for every competitor. The playoff stage, beginning on July 16th, will determine who has the composure, strategy, and skill to claim the lion`s share of that fortune.
Opening Playoff Match Highlights
The playoff phase kicks off with a heavyweight bout guaranteed to capture global attention: Team Spirit will face Gaimin Gladiators. Scheduled for July 16th at 12:00 Moscow Time (remember to adjust for your local time zone – the world of esports waits for no one), this opening series pits two teams known for their strategic depth and explosive teamfighting against each other.
The Rest of the Bracket
The other crucial opening matches of the playoff bracket feature equally compelling matchups:
- Aurora Gaming takes on PARIVISION.
- BetBoom Team squares off against Tundra Esports.
- Team Liquid battles Team Falcons.
These series represent the culmination of weeks of intense competition. Teams from various regions – including powerhouses from Russia, Europe, Thailand, and global assemblies of talent – have converged in Saudi Arabia, transforming Riyadh into the temporary epicenter of the competitive Dota 2 world.
With the bracket now defined, the teams face a brutal test of consistency and nerve. The Riyadh Masters 2025 tournament, which began on July 8th and runs through July 19th, is heading towards its thrilling climax. Only one team can emerge victorious and etch their name into the history books, not to mention walk away significantly wealthier.
Esports enthusiasts worldwide are now focused squarely on Riyadh, eager to witness the strategic masterminds and mechanical prodigies battle it out for the coveted Riyadh Masters title.
