DreamLeague Season 26 Group Stage 2 Results

From May 19 to June 1, 2025, one of the biggest online Dota 2 tournaments of the season — DreamLeague Season 26 — is taking place. As of May 30, the event has entered its final phase, with Group Stage 2 completed and only the playoffs and the championship match remaining. In this article, we’ll walk you through how DreamLeague Season 26 Group Stage 2 played out, where each team placed, and highlight some of the key takeaways from the competition.

DreamLeague Season 26 Group Stage 2 Format

Before diving into the results, let’s quickly recap the format of DreamLeague S26’s second stage. The tournament featured 16 teams in total, but only the top 8 teams from the initial group stages (4 from each group) advanced to Group Stage 2. The format was praised by fans for ensuring a high volume of competitive, high-stakes matches every day.

Here’s a breakdown of the Group Stage 2 format:

• One round-robin group of 8 teams
• All matches are played in a Bo3 format
• Top 2 teams advance to the upper bracket of the playoffs
• Teams in 3rd and 4th place move to the lower bracket
• The bottom 4 teams are eliminated from Season 26 DreamLeague

This is the standard format for DreamLeague events, designed to ensure that only the strongest and most consistent teams move forward. With such high stakes in every series, fans were treated to some truly intense and high-quality Dota 2 action.

Final Standings at DreamLeague S26 Group Stage 2

Key Takeaways and Surprises

With the final standings now confirmed and the playoff teams decided, here’s a look at the biggest stories from Group Stage 2 — including surprise performers and major disappointments.

PARIVISION

From the start, PARIVISION were considered strong contenders, but few expected them to dominate to this extent. After finishing Group Stage 1 with a perfect record, they repeated that performance with a flawless 7–0 in Stage 2. Their consistency, drafting, and execution have made them the clear favorites to win DreamLeague Season 26.

Talon Esports

Talon Esports are arguably the biggest surprise of the tournament so far. Few expected them to make it to Group Stage 2, let alone qualify for the playoffs. Their fearless gameplay and fresh approach have turned heads, and without much pressure, they may continue to outperform expectations.

Team Liquid

Team Liquid’s 1–6 result stunned fans and analysts alike. Once considered among the strongest contenders for the title, they struggled throughout the event. Despite having top-tier talent, their inconsistent performances throughout 2025 have now cost them a spot in the DreamLeague S26 playoffs. Fans hope to see them bounce back soon.

Aurora vs Gaimin Gladiators

With both teams finishing at 3–4, Aurora and Gaimin Gladiators had to face off in a tiebreaker match for the final playoff spot. In a tense Bo3 series, Aurora Gaming emerged victorious with a 2–1 score, securing their place in the DreamLeague S26 playoffs.

DreamLeague Season 26 Playoffs

The decisive stage of DreamLeague Season 26 will be the playoffs. It will feature 4 teams that will compete for the title of champion and a significant share of the $1 million prize pool. The action promises to be in every match, so we advise you not to miss them. Follow the full schedule and live results on our DreamLeague Season 26 page and through official tournament channels.