The group stage dust has settled at the Riyadh Masters 2025 Dota 2 tournament, and the path to the grand finals is now clear. With the conclusion of intense tiebreaker matches, the seeding for the high-stakes Elimination Stage has been officially determined.
This premier esports event, held in Saudi Arabia from July 8th to 19th, features 16 elite teams competing for a substantial $3 million prize pool. The tournament now transitions from the initial group phase into the unforgiving knockout bracket, where a single loss can mean the end of the journey.
The first round of the Elimination Stage features these compelling head-to-head encounters:
- Xtreme Gaming vs. Execration
- Team Yandex vs. Shopify Rebellion
- Heroic vs. Talon Esports
- Virtus.pro vs. Team Falcons
Among these initial battles, the matchup between Virtus.pro and Team Falcons stands out. Both teams have demonstrated considerable strength and strategic depth throughout the group stage, setting the stage for what is anticipated to be a highly competitive series as they navigate the pressures of the playoffs.
Meanwhile, four teams have successfully navigated the group stage to earn a direct berth into the second round, bypassing the opening wave of elimination matches. These top seeds are PARIVISION, Gaimin Gladiators, Tundra Esports, and Natus Vincere. They now hold a valuable position, awaiting the outcome of the first-round clashes to discover their next opponents, enjoying a brief strategic pause while the initial battles unfold.
With the bracket officially set, the Riyadh Masters 2025 enters its most critical phase. Every match from this point forward carries significant weight, bringing participating teams one step closer to the grand finals and the opportunity to claim the championship title and the lion`s share of the impressive $3 million prize pool.
Jasper Hawthorne