The wait is over. The Dota 2 ESL One Raleigh 2025 is just around the corner! With the qualifiers done and dusted, the stage is set for an unforgettable showdown at the Raleigh Convention Center this April. Teams will fight not only for the massive prize pool but also for crucial EPT Points to secure their spot in the Esports World Cup 2025.
This event is special. Why? Because ESL One is making its comeback to the United States after nearly a decade since ESL One New York 2015. And the stakes? Sky-high.
Dota 2 ESL One Raleigh 2025 Overview
Here’s what you need to know:
- Dates: April 7 to April 13, 2025
- Location: Raleigh Convention Center, Raleigh, NC
- Game: Dota 2
Tournament Format
Group Stage (April 7 – April 9)
- Two groups of six teams.
- Single round-robin format with two-game series.
- Top two teams from each group advance to the Upper Bracket of the playoffs.
- 3rd and 4th place move to the Lower Bracket.
- Teams finishing 5th and 6th are eliminated.
Playoffs (April 10 – April 13)
- Double-elimination format.
- Grand Finals: Best-of-5.
- All other matches: Best-of-3.
Prize Pool and EPT Points
- Total Prize Pool: $1,000,000
- EPT Points: 27,920
Breakdown:
| Place | Prize Money | EPT Points |
| 1st | $300,000 | 6,400 |
| 2nd | $175,000 | 4,800 |
| 3rd | $120,000 | 4,000 |
| 4th | $85,000 | 3,200 |
| 5th-6th | $57,500 | 2,240 |
| 7th-8th | $47,500 | 1,040 |
| 9th-10th | $30,000 | 560 |
| 11th-12th | $25,000 | 280 |
Bonus: Group Stage winners earn an extra 640 EPT Points.
Qualified Teams
Twelve of the world’s best teams are ready to clash:
- PARIVISION
- BetBoom Team
- Team Falcons
- Team Liquid
- Tundra Esports (dyrachyo, bzm, 33, Saksa, Whitemon)
- AVULUS (Smiling Knight, Stormstormer, Xibbe, Ekki, SoNNeikO)
- Team Spirit (Yatoro, Larl, Collapse, rue, Miposhka)
- Nigma Galaxy (Miracle~, SumaiL, No!ob, OmaR, GH)
- Xtreme Gaming (lou, Xm, niu, Pyw, poloson)
- Talon Esports (Natsumi, Mikoto, Ws, Jhocam, Kuku)
- Shopify Rebellion (Timado, Yopaj, mangekyou, Hellscream, skem)
- HEROIC (Yuma, 4nalog, Wisper, Scofield, KJ)
Why ESL One Raleigh 2025 is Unmissable
The hype is real. Here’s why this tournament is so unique:
- A Historic Return: This is ESL One’s first U.S. event in 10 years. Fans are ready for the nostalgia and excitement.
- High Stakes: With the Esports World Cup 2025 around the corner, every point matters.
- Star Power: Watch legendary players like Miracle~, SumaiL, and Yatoro light up the stage.
- Fan Fun: Beyond the matches, attendees can enjoy exclusive merchandise, meet-and-greets, and interactive fan experiences.
Where to Watch
Not in Raleigh? No problem. Catch all the action live on:
- Twitch
- YouTube
- Facebook Gaming
Tickets are selling fast on the official ESL website. Grab yours now to witness this epic battle in person!
The good news is that we’ll keep you updated with every detail as the event unfolds. Stay tuned!
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