Xaxas
10.09.2025
The International 14 (TI14) once again delivered unforgettable moments and record-breaking viewership for Dota 2 fans. We’ve compiled the stats from the most exciting matches by peak viewers, so you don’t miss the main “meat” of the tournament.
The two heavyweights met in an elimination match, with only one advancing to the playoffs. This easily could’ve been the finals.
Same as the previous match, these two powerhouses battled and only one of them survived. Both squads were TI champions, with Team Liquid - the defending ones. Who survived?
Nigma - a fan favourite team, which attends their first TI. With classical Nigma throws they found themselves playing for their lives against Aurora Gaming - a powerful squad, propelled by two TI champions.
ATTENTION - SPOILERS FROM THE MATCHES ABOVE
Only 7 players are left, who have the chance to become two-time TI champions, but just one player - 33 can achieve the rare feat of winning TI three times. Will it happen?
Two time hopefuls:
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Xaxas
10.09.2025
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