Dota 2 2025: Upcoming Matches, Results, Teams, and Streaming Info

Get ready for the epic return of former champions and legendary players at the Games of the Future Dota 2 2025, where teams will clash for a hefty $175,000 prize pool.

While some notable ex-TI winners like Ceb, N0tail, and Loda have opted out of this exhibition event, the tournament still boasts an impressive roster of iconic players. Dota 2 legends such as AdmiralBulldog, ChuaN, Mushi, BurNIng, and w33 are set to deliver a mix of nostalgia and top-tier gameplay for dedicated fans.

Here’s everything you need to know about this year’s Games of the Future Dota 2 tournament, including the competing teams, their rosters, schedule, results, and viewing options.

Eight invited teams will battle it out in this tournament. Here’s a look at the squads and their rosters:

The tournament kicks off with a group stage featuring two groups of four teams competing in a modified GSL format, with every match played as a best-of-three. The top two teams from each group will advance to the upper bracket of the playoffs, while the remaining teams will drop into the lower bracket, fighting to keep their championship dreams alive.

Following the group stage, the action transitions into a double-elimination playoff bracket, where all matches continue in a best-of-three format, allowing teams multiple opportunities to showcase their skills and setting the stage for thrilling series throughout the event.

The tournament is scheduled from December 14 to 19, 2025.

Group Stage: December 14 to 16
Playoffs: December 17 to 19

(Results will be updated at the end of each match day.)

Day 1 – December 14
Group A Round 1
Group B Round 1

Day 2 – December 15
Group A lower bracket semifinal
Group B lower bracket semifinal
Group A upper bracket final
Group B upper bracket final

Day 3 – December 16
Group A lower bracket final
Group B lower bracket final

Schedule to be updated.

Catch all the live action on the official Games of the Future broadcast channels: