PARIVISION and Shopify Rebellion Conclude Group Stage Match with a Draw at Riyadh Masters 2025

In a best-of-two series within Group D of the Riyadh Masters 2025 Dota 2 tournament, PARIVISION and Shopify Rebellion shared the spoils, with their match ending in a 1-1 draw. This outcome sees both teams taking a single point from the encounter in the highly competitive group stage.

For the PARIVISION squad, featuring players such as Alim “Satanic” Galliamov, this result marks their first draw of the tournament so far. While not a decisive victory, securing a point is crucial in navigating the unforgiving group stage format where every game matters significantly for playoff aspirations.

On the other side, Shopify Rebellion, with key figures like Enzo “Timado” Gianoli, continues to face challenges in Group D. The 1-1 draw against PARIVISION brings their group stage record to 0 wins, 1 draw, and 2 losses. Earlier in the stage, Shopify Rebellion suffered defeats at the hands of formidable opponents, namely Team Liquid and Heroic, highlighting the demanding nature of their group.

The Riyadh Masters 2025 is a premier event in the Dota 2 competitive calendar, running from July 8th to 19th. Hosted in Saudi Arabia as part of the larger Esports World Cup 2025, the tournament boasts a substantial prize pool of $3 million, attracting top-tier teams from around the globe. The group stage serves as a critical filter, determining which teams will advance to the playoff bracket.

The draw between PARIVISION and Shopify Rebellion underscores the tight competition within Group D. For Shopify Rebellion, the single point prevents a full loss but does little to significantly improve their challenging position, putting increased pressure on any remaining matches they might have. For PARIVISION, it`s a steady result that keeps them in contention as they look to solidify their standing. The parity in this series is a reminder that, in the Riyadh Masters group stage, even splitting games can profoundly influence a team`s path through the tournament – sometimes leaving fans and teams alike yearning for a more definitive conclusion.