The International 2025 Playoffs Overview and Day 1 Predictions

On September 11, the Main Event of The International 2025 kicks off, where the 8 strongest teams will compete for the Aegis of Champions and a significant share of the prize pool. At TI 2025 Playoffs, each series will be played in a bo3 format, while the Grand Final will be bo5, ensuring the matches will be as exciting as possible. In this blog, we will tell you what to expect from the main Dota 2 event of the year and provide the Day 1 Schedule.

Playoffs Day 1 Schedule

On the first day of The International 2025 Playoffs, we will see 4 matches in the Upper Bracket Quarterfinals.

Depending on the result, teams can advance to the Upper Bracket Semifinals or drop to the Lower Bracket, where they will still have a chance to progress further.

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Predictions for Day 1 of The International 2025 Playoffs

We prepared a few short predictions for the first day of The International 2025 Playoffs. Every match in the Main Event is extremely important, so there will be no boring games, and fans can expect top-tier Dota 2 action.

Xtreme Gaming vs Tundra Esports

Xtreme Gaming have unexpectedly become the main favorites to win The International 2025. The team finished the Group Stage with a 4-0 record and are ready to try to claim their first-ever Aegis of Champions. Meanwhile, Tundra Esports started below their usual level. The European squad ended the Group Stage with a 2-3 record but showed solid performance in the Elimination Stage, where they defeated Team Liquid 2-1. In this match, Xtreme Gaming will play as the favorites.

PARIVISION vs HEROIC

The teams already met in the Group Stage, where PARIVISION won 2-0. However, HEROIC have since found excellent form and are now on a 4-match winning streak. The outcome of this match is not as obvious as it may seem at first glance — PARIVISION remain the favorites, but HEROIC will definitely put up a strong fight.

Team Tidebound vs Team Falcons

Team Tidebound became one of the main sensations of TI 2025. The team finished the Group Stage with a 4-1 record, defeating opponents such as NAVI, Team Liquid, PARIVISION, and Team Falcons — whom they will face once again in the Upper Bracket Quarterfinals. Team Falcons encountered certain difficulties and performed below expectations in the Group Stage. However, after a 2-1 victory over Team Spirit in the Elimination Stage, Team Falcons have clearly regained motivation and are ready to demonstrate their highest level of play.

BB Team vs Nigma Galaxy

In the first round of the Group Stage, BB Team lost to Nigma Galaxy 1-2, but then went on a 4-match winning streak and managed to qualify directly for the playoffs. Nigma Galaxy, on the other hand, ended the first stage of the tournament with a 2-3 record and defeated Aurora Gaming 2-1 in the Elimination Stage to reach the playoffs. In this matchup, BB Team are considered the favorites, but Nigma Galaxy are certainly not a weak team and have proven they can beat strong opponents.

The International 2025 Group Stage Results

At TI 2025, 16 teams participated, with the top 8 advancing to the playoffs. Here are the Group Stage results for each team.

As a reminder, the starting prize pool of The International 2025 is $1.6 million and will be increased by 30% of all Compendium sales. As of the start of the playoff matches, the prize pool stands at approximately $2.57 million.