NRG secured a decisive 2-0 victory over B8 in the BLAST Open Rotterdam, advancing to the Lower Bracket Semifinal. Standout performances from Grim and oSee propelled NRG, with oSee earning MVP honors.

ESL One Birmingham 2026 returns to the UK from March 22-29, featuring 16 top Dota 2 teams competing for a $1 million prize pool. The event includes a mix of gaming, cosplay, and live performances.

OG is the frontrunner against Nigma Galaxy for ESL One Birmingham 2026, thanks to superior Tier-1 event performance and a 22-10 head-to-head record. Despite recent roster changes, Nigma Galaxy aims to leverage its experienced roster and strategic hero choices to challenge OG's improving form.

Team Falcons are on the brink of breaking the Dota 2 record for most maps played without a roster change, with 675 completed and at least 14 more at ESL One Birmingham. Their impressive 65.78% win rate and consistency position them as a top contender, challenging Alliance's record from 2016.

Dota 2 is experiencing a declining player base in spring 2026, despite seasonal updates. The game saw a brief peak in February but has since seen a 9.92% drop in average daily online players.

ESL One Birmingham 2026 kicks off as the first major Dota 2 arena event of the year, spotlighting top contenders like Team Spirit, Tundra Esports, and Team Falcons. Notable absences include Team Liquid, while dark horses such as PARIVISION could surprise.

Team Spirit Academy and Peak face off in the TN Stampede Champions, with the former favored at 1.25 odds. Fans can expect a fiercely competitive Dota 2 match featuring strategic depth and intense action.

Riot Games swiftly issued a hotfix nerf to Shyvana's abilities after her rework led to an unexpectedly high win rate post-Patch 26.6. Key changes include reductions in damage, survivability, and crowd control effects, maintaining her reworked identity.

Davai Lama, aka Cedric Deckmyn, is reportedly set to join Nigma Galaxy's Dota 2 team for ESL One Birmingham 2026, replacing SumaiL. Nigma Galaxy hasn't officially confirmed the roster change yet.

Patch 2.1.61 is dominated by teamfight-centric heroes like Gloo, Zhu Xin, and Sora, who excel in initiation and disruption. A new tier list highlights these heroes' roles in the meta, emphasizing their impact and versatility.

Collapse shines as a two-time International champion, leading the Big Three offlaners with game-changing plays. ESL One Birmingham 2026 highlights top offlaners, with ATF praised for skill and hero mastery, influencing Team Falcons' performance.

Team Falcons have reinstated Stanislav “Malr1ne” Potorac to their Dota 2 roster for ESL One Birmingham 2026 after he missed the PGL Wallachia Season 7 due to visa issues. His return follows a top 14 finish by the team, who were temporarily aided by Artem “lorenof” Melnik.

PlayTime Entertainment's PT Sports has unveiled a new Dota 2 roster to expand its esports presence in the Philippines. The team, featuring a mix of veterans and emerging talent, aims to excel in upcoming competitions.

In a gripping Best-of-3 Premier Series Play-In match, Zero Tenacity leads Astini+5 with a 2-1 score after Map 3. Hawk.live provides real-time coverage, including scores and team stats, for Dota 2 enthusiasts.

USA Esports has debuted as a nonprofit designed to be the National Governing Body for esports in the U.S., aiming for recognition from the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee. Launched on March 17, 2026, it seeks to unify esports from amateur to professional levels, creating a structured path for talent development and competition.

Team Yandex clinched the PGL Wallachia Season 7 title with a thrilling 3-2 victory over Team Liquid in Bucharest, setting a new series record with over 16 million viewing hours. The event, marked by extended match durations and engaging gameplay, highlighted a shifting competitive landscape as it prepares for Season 8 in April.

G2's SkewMond shares his journey from France’s LFL to a top-tier roster, highlighting the challenges of adapting to high expectations and the benefits of working with Caps. Despite the pressure and rigorous schedule, he remains focused on winning Worlds and sustaining a strong career, supported by family and driven by discipline gained from his early judo experience.

Raise moves to Brazil and LOUD, seeking to regain coaching influence and adapt to the current meta's mid-jungle focus. He aims to change Brazil's overlooked reputation with high performance.

Rekkles, renowned Swedish ADC, aims to diversify his role by exploring opportunities as a Support or coach for the 2026 season. He plans to bolster his skills via EUW solo queue and global events, staying open for offers ahead of the transfer window.