The competitive fires of the Riyadh Masters 2025 Dota 2 tournament continue to burn as the event transitions from the Group Stage to the intense Elimination Stage. Following the conclusion of crucial tiebreaker matches, the complete bracket for the knockout phase has been determined, setting the stage for high-stakes confrontations. Hosted in Saudi Arabia, this premier tournament features the world`s top Dota 2 teams battling for supremacy and a significant portion of the $3 million prize pool.
The first round of the Elimination Stage is now locked in, presenting four best-of-three series where teams must perform under pressure to advance. The pairings promise compelling esports action as teams that navigated the complexities of the group phase now face a direct challenge with no room for error.
The confirmed matchups for the opening round are as follows:
- Xtreme Gaming is set to clash with Execration.
- Team Yandex will face off against Shopify Rebellion.
- Heroic takes on Talon Esports.
- In what is shaping up to be a marquee battle, Virtus.pro will compete against Team Falcons. This particular pairing has immediately captured the attention of fans, pitting two formidable organizations against each other early in the knockout bracket.
While these eight teams fight for survival in the first round, four other teams have already secured their position in the second round, having earned favorable seeding or topping their respective groups. These squads await the outcome of the initial matches: PARIVISION, Gaimin Gladiators, Tundra Esports, and Natus Vincere.
The Riyadh Masters 2025, running from July 8th to July 19th, now enters its most critical phase. The Elimination Stage format ensures that every victory is hard-earned and every defeat sends a team home. As the tournament progresses, strategic depth, individual skill, and mental fortitude will be paramount for teams looking to make a deep run towards the grand finals and the championship title.
Wesley Dunham 
Gilbert Pendleton