The Riyadh Masters 2025 Dota 2 tournament, a high-stakes competition featuring a substantial $3 million prize pool being contested in Saudi Arabia, recently witnessed a decisive match in its demanding Elimination Phase. The spotlight was on the clash between Chinese esports titan **Xtreme Gaming** and Southeast Asian representatives, **Execration**.
In the 1/8 stage, effectively the Round of 16 within the elimination bracket, the series concluded with a clear outcome. Xtreme Gaming delivered a dominant performance, securing a swift and convincing **2-0 victory** over Execration. The match, while critical for both teams` tournament aspirations, offered little prolonged tension, ending straightforwardly in Xtreme Gaming`s favor.
This outcome signifies the end of the Riyadh Masters 2025 run for Execration. The Filipino squad is now officially eliminated from the tournament. Their journey concludes with a 13th-16th place finish, earning them a $50,000 share of the total prize pool. While a disappointing exit, finishing in the money at a premier event like Riyadh Masters is a notable achievement, even if not the ultimate goal.
For Xtreme Gaming, featuring the highly acclaimed carry player Wang *`Ame`* Chunyu, the path towards the Aegis continues. Their successful navigation of this elimination match propels them into the next phase of the bracket. Their upcoming opponent is scheduled to be **PARIVISION**. This next series carries significant weight; the winner will earn a coveted direct spot in the main playoffs, moving one step closer to challenging for the championship title and the lion`s share of the prize. The confrontation between Xtreme Gaming and PARIVISION is currently slated for July 13th.
As Riyadh Masters 2025 progresses from July 8th through July 19th, the intensity escalates. Each match in the Elimination Phase is a winner-takes-all scenario, adding layers of pressure and excitement for teams and viewers alike as the field narrows towards the grand finals.
