DreamLeague Season 26 Participants: What Teams Will Play At Tournament?

Welcome to all Dota 2 and esports fans! The long-awaited 26th season of DreamLeague is just around the corner—it kicks off on May 19 and marks one of the key events of the competitive season. This tournament, part of the ESL Pro Tour, will bring together 16 of the best teams in the world to battle for a $1 million prize pool. It also serves as a major prelude to the Esports World Cup and The International. In this article, we’ll walk you through all the teams competing in DreamLeague Season 26, their rosters, and where you can watch the action.

List Of All DreamLeague Season 26 Teams

As you can see, the DreamLeague Season 26 lineup is truly impressive, featuring nearly all of the world’s strongest teams. Let’s briefly introduce each of them.

PARIVISION at DreamLeague Season 26

PARIVISION has been one of the biggest surprises of the 2025 Dota 2 competitive season. The team won ESL One Raleigh 2025 and secured podium finishes at FISSURE PLAYGROUND 1, DreamLeague Season 25, and PGL Wallachia Season 4. As a result, they top the EPT Leaderboard and received a direct invite to DL 26. They’re considered one of the tournament favorites.

BB Team at DreamLeague Season 26

BB Team also received a direct invite based on their position in the EPT Leaderboard. While their 2025 results have been inconsistent, they have consistently shown a high level of gameplay throughout the season. Their notable achievements include a win at FISSURE Universe: Episode 4 and a 4th place finish at ESL One Raleigh 2025.

Team Falcons at DreamLeague Season 26

Team Falcons have been surrounded by hype. With a star-studded roster and strong financial backing, expectations were high. In 2025, they finally delivered strong results, earning podium spots at FISSURE PLAYGROUND 1, BLAST Slam II, and PGL Wallachia Season 3 — securing their DL S26 spot via the EPT Leaderboard. Their roster is as stacked as it gets — all players are highly experienced and have competed at the highest level.

Team Liquid at DreamLeague Season 26

Fan-favorites Team Liquid are among the DreamLeague Season 26 participants. The team regained form after The International 2024, winning two Tier-1 tournaments: PGL Wallachia Season 3 and Season 4. They qualified for DL 26 through the EPT Leaderboard and are strong contenders for the title. Predicting their exact placement is tricky, but we’re confident they can reach the top 8 at DL 26.

NAVI Junior at DreamLeague Season 26

Another major surprise of 2025, NAVI Junior delivered solid performances at several Tier-1 tournaments, including a 7-8th place finish at PGL Wallachia Season 4. Although they failed to qualify through the WEU Closed Qualifiers, they received an invite after Tundra Esports withdrew. Many fans hoped to see the main NAVI roster at a big event, but this year the junior squad has shown far more consistency and quality gameplay. Will NAVI Junior shine at DreamLeague S26?

Gaimin Gladiators at DreamLeague Season 26

Regulars at top-tier events, Gaimin Gladiators earned their DL S26 slot through the WEU Qualifiers with ease. Though they’ve been without a Tier-1 trophy for a while, they are coming into this tournament with renewed determination. Their key achievements this year include 2nd place finishes at BLAST Slam II and FISSURE Universe: Episode 4, and a 3rd-4th finish at BLAST Slam III.

Avulus at DreamLeague Season 26

Avulus qualified through the Western Europe qualifiers by battling through the lower bracket, defeating Zero Tenacity, NAVI Junior, and Team Secret. While not much is expected from them, they have the potential to challenge stronger teams. AVULUS didn’t secure podiums at Tier-1 events this year, but who knows — DreamLeague S26 might be their breakout moment.

Aurora Gaming at DreamLeague Season 26

Aurora Gaming rapidly climbed the Dota 2 rankings in 2025. After solid showings at Tier-1 tournaments and a successful SEA qualifier run, the team made it to DL S26. Throughout the season, Aurora Gaming delivered average results, usually finishing in the top 8 — expectations are modest, but the team still has potential to surprise. With recent roster improvements, fans are expecting solid performances.

Nigma Galaxy at DreamLeague Season 26

A legendary name in Dota 2, Nigma Galaxy will represent the MESWA region. With a massive global fanbase, expectations are high — all eyes will be on their games. 2025 has been a decent year for Nigma Galaxy. The team participated in many Tier-1 events trying to find their rhythm, and results have been promising. Who knows — maybe Nigma Galaxy will be the dark horse of DL Season 26.

Boom Esports at DreamLeague Season 26

One of the strongest teams in Southeast Asia, Boom Esports earned their spot by dominating their regional qualifiers. While Boom didn’t achieve anything major in 2025, now they’re ready to prove themselves on the international stage at DL S26.

Talon Esports at DreamLeague Season 26

Talon Esports also qualified through the SEA region, winning in the lower bracket. Considered a mid-tier team, they’re known to occasionally upset top-tier opponents with strong performances. They didn’t have notable results in 2025, but they head into DreamLeague Season 26 in solid form — so we’re expecting good games from them.

Shopify Rebellion at DreamLeague Season 26

North America's top contender, Shopify Rebellion, brings fresh energy and experience. Their lineup is arguably the best in the region and aims to achieve global success this season. Shopify Rebellion might just be another dark horse at DreamLeague Season 26.

OG.LATAM at DreamLeague Season 26

A well-known organization, OG will be represented at DL S26 by their Latin American squad. Fans are eager to see how this version of the iconic team will perform on the big stage. Let’s see if this roster can surpass the legacy of the legendary OG lineup.

Edge at DreamLeague Season 26

We don’t know much about this team yet, but Edge is a rising force on the pro Dota 2 scene. Though recently formed, they’ve already made waves at major tournaments. They secured their DL S26 spot through the South America qualifiers.

Xtreme Gaming at DreamLeague Season 26

A fan-favorite Chinese organization, Xtreme Gaming is known for their explosive mid-to-late game plays. With their star-studded roster, they’re ready to go deep into the playoffs. While their performance at crucial moments in big tournaments has often been shaky, this time expectations are high.

Yakult Brothers at DreamLeague Season 26

Wrapping up our list of participants is another Chinese team — Yakult Brothers. After qualifying through the Chinese regional qualifiers, their unpredictability could prove to be their greatest asset at DL 26. Their lineup is no worse than their main rivals, Xtreme Gaming — so we’re expecting solid play from them.

Where To Watch DreamLeague Season 26

Now that you know the full list of DreamLeague Season 26 teams, you’re probably wondering where to watch the tournament live. From May 19 to June 1, fans can follow all matches, group stages, and playoffs on ESL Dota 2’s official Twitch and YouTube channels, as well as through regional broadcast partners.