The International 2025 (TI 14) is almost here, and the excitement in the Dota 2 world is at an all-time high. This year’s event will take place in Hamburg, Germany, and will bring together the very best teams from across the globe to fight for the famous Aegis of Champions.
TI 2025 is split into two parts the Group Stage, also called “The Road to The International,” and the Playoffs, which is simply known as “The International.” A total of sixteen teams will be competing after earning their spots through direct invites, regional qualifiers, and open qualifiers.
This guide will walk you through the schedule, format, prize pool, teams, and where you can watch all the action. Plus, we’ll share a few extra tips on what makes TI 14 special this year.
The International 2025 Schedule and Format
The tournament will run from September 4 to September 14, 2025, with the Playoffs taking place at the iconic Barclays Arena in Hamburg.
Stage 1: Group Stage (Sept 4-7)
- Swiss-system format with all matches being best-of-three.
- Top 3 teams go straight to the playoffs.
- Teams placed 4th–13th play a special elimination round.
- Only 5 more teams from this round move forward, the rest are out.
Stage 2: Playoffs (Sept 11-14)
- Double-elimination bracket.
- All matches are best-of-three except the Grand Final, which is best-of-five.
Prize Pool and Changes This Year
The base prize pool for TI 14 will start at $1.6 million USD. More money will be added through community support and special in-game content.
Last year, Valve replaced the classic Battle Pass with a paid Compendium, and it’s likely they will use something similar again. In 2024, the final prize pool reached $2,776,566 and many fans believe 2025 could break that number.
All Qualified Teams for The International 2025
Here are the teams that will fight for the championship:
Direct Invites
- Team Liquid – miCKe, Nisha, SaberLight, Boxi, Insania
- PARIVISION – Satanic, No[o]ne-, DM, 9Class, Dukalis
- BetBoom Team – Pure, gpk, MieRo, Save-, Kataomi`
- Team Tidebound – shiro, NothingToSay, Bach, planet, y`
- Gaimin Gladiators – watson, Quinn, Ace, tOfu, Malady
- Team Spirit – Yatoro, Larl, Collapse, rue, Miposhka
- Team Falcons – skiter, Malr1ne, ATF, Cr1t-, Sneyking
- Tundra Esports – Crystallis, bzm, 33, Saksa, Whitemon
Regional Qualifiers
- NAVI: Western Europe
- Nigma Galaxy: Western Europe
- Aurora Gaming: Eastern Europe
- Xtreme Gaming: China
- Team Nemesis: Southeast Asia
- BOOM Esports: Southeast Asia
- Wildcard: North America
- HEROIC: South America
What Makes T International 14 Unique
- New Host City: This is the first time Hamburg is hosting The International, offering a fresh atmosphere and fan experience.
- Swiss-System Excitement: The group stage format means every match counts, and even underdogs have a shot to surprise big names.
- Player Storylines: Legends like Nisha, Yatoro, and Ame will chase another title, while rising stars aim to make their names on the global stage.
- Community Creativity: Expect amazing fan art, cosplay, and side events around Hamburg, making the tournament more than just matches.
Where to Watch The International 2025
Fans can watch the matches live in multiple languages:
- English: Twitch / YouTube
- Russian: Twitch / YouTube
Many Dota 2 streamers will also provide watch-along streams for a more casual viewing experience.
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