ESL One Raleigh 2025 Coverage Hub
ESL One Raleigh 2025 brings excitement and competition back to North America with a thrilling offline Dota 2 tournament. Known for its engaging and competitive atmosphere, this event marks a significant return to the region after a decade. The tournament promises action with a substantial $1 million prize pool that enhances the stakes for participants.
Gathering teams from around the globe, ESL One Raleigh offers both prestige and valuable ranking points for the highly-anticipated The International tournament. Participants and fans alike can look forward to an immersive experience with live streams and comprehensive coverage of schedules and results.
ESL One Raleigh Format and Teams
The ESL One Raleigh is structured to provide an exciting format beginning with a group stage and culminating in a dramatic playoff. Initially, 12 teams are divided into two groups of six. Each team competes in 10 matches within the group. The results determine which teams move forward, with the top two from each group entering the upper bracket of the playoffs, while the third and fourth proceed to the lower bracket. Unfortunately, the bottom two teams from each group face elimination.
The knockout phase features a double-elimination format, demanding resilience and skill from the competitors. Matches are primarily best-of-three, but the stakes heighten for the grand final, which is a best-of-five matchup.
Teams Attending ESL One Raleigh:
- ESL Pro Tour Leaderboard: PARIVISION, BetBoom, Falcons, Liquid
- Western Europe Qualifier: Tundra, AVULUS
- Eastern Europe Qualifier: Spirit
- Middle-East & Southwest Asia Qualifier: Nigma Galaxy
- China Qualifier: Tidebound
- Southeast Asia Qualifier: TALON
- North America Qualifier: Shopify Rebellion
- South America Qualifier: HEROIC
Each team reached Raleigh, North Carolina through various competitive avenues, showcasing talent from multiple global regions.
ESL One Raleigh Schedule, Outcomes, and Rankings
Initial Phase
The initial round of ESL One Raleigh commenced with twelve teams. The matches followed a structured schedule in EDT (UTC-5).
- 12pm: PARIVISION tied 1-1 with Spirit, Nigma overcame Shopify 2-0, and Liquid bested TALON 2-0.
- 2:30pm: There was a 1-1 tie between Spirit and Liquid, PARIVISION secured a 2-0 victory against Shopify, while Nigma defeated TALON 2-0.
- 5:15pm: Tundra and Falcons ended in a 1-1 draw, BetBoom also tied 1-1 with Tidebound, just as HEROIC did with AVULUS.
- 7:45pm: Falcons triumphed over BetBoom 2-0, while there were 1-1 ties in the matchups between HEROIC and Tidebound, and AVULUS and Tundra.
- 12pm: Spirit claimed a 2-0 win over Nigma, PARIVISION enjoyed a 2-0 win versus Liquid, and Shopify split 1-1 with TALON.
- 2:30pm: Liquid clinched a 2-0 victory against Nigma, Spirit overcame Shopify 2-0, and PARIVISION outplayed TALON with a 2-0 scoreline.
- 5:15pm: Tundra and BetBoom settled with a 1-1 tie, Falcons defeated HEROIC 2-0, and AVULUS won against Tidebound 2-0.
- 7:45pm: Another 1-1 tie was recorded between Tidebound and Tundra with Falcons and AVULUS, and BetBoom won 2-0 over HEROIC.
- In the forthcoming matches: 12pm: Liquid competes with Shopify, Nigma faces PARIVISION, and TALON challenges Spirit. 2:45pm: HEROIC takes on Tundra, Tidebound combats Falcons, and BetBoom meets AVULUS.
Knockout Rounds
The specifics of the knockout rounds will be disclosed upon the conclusion of the initial phase of the tournament.
Rankings and Rewards
The tournament offers substantial incentives for the competing teams. The champion will receive $250,000 along with a $40,000 club reward. The runner-up will be awarded $130,000 plus a $35,000 club bonus. Third place will secure $100,000 and a $27,500 club prize, with further tiers of cash and club rewards for lower placements. Each position confirms monetary rewards and additional winnings as part of the club incentives.
Viewing ESL One Raleigh: Comprehensive Stream Guide
Streams: ESL One Raleigh 2025 is broadcast live on Twitch and YouTube. Multiple matches occur simultaneously during the group stage, with various streams available for each. Replays can be accessed without spoilers on both platforms after each matchday.
