Dota 2 DreamLeague Season 24 - Group Stage 1 Review

DreamLeague is one of the top Dota 2 tournaments that attracts the attention of not only fans of this discipline but also the entire esports community. DreamLeague Season 24 is being held from October 27 to November 10, 2024, with significant support from global companies in the gaming industry. The matches of the first stage of the group phase have already concluded, and we will share the match results, who advanced to the next round, who got eliminated, and the most exciting moments from this stage of the tournament.

DreamLeague Season 24

Before diving into the main topic, you need to understand the format and key features of this tournament. DreamLeague Season 24 features 16 teams, with matches following an unusual system known as the Round-robin group stage and Double-elimination playoffs.

In this format, teams are divided into two groups of eight. All series consist of two matches, meaning draws are possible. The top four teams from each group advance to the second group stage, while the bottom four from each group are eliminated from the tournament.

DreamLeague Season 24 boasts a prize pool of $1 million, which is quite substantial. The first-place team takes home $300,000, the second-place team receives $175,000, the third-place team earns $120,000, and the fourth-place finisher pockets $85,000.

Best Teams in Group Stage 1

The matches at DreamLeague Season 24 are truly captivating, as the participating teams are among the best, delivering dynamic and competitive gameplay. We've compiled a list of the top-performing teams at this stage of the tournament and explained why they stand out:

PARIVISION

The surprise revelation of DreamLeague Season 24, they secured first place in Group A. Their record includes 3 wins and 4 draws, with an overall game score of 10-4. One key reason for their success lies in roster changes made just before the tournament. Their current lineup consists of Crystallis, None-, DM, 9Class, Dukalis, with Astini as their coach.

Team Liquid

Unlike PARIVISION, Team Liquid was expected to perform well, having recently won The International 24. They finished with 3 wins, 3 draws, and 1 loss, achieving an overall score of 9-5—an impressive result. Some of the most thrilling matches were against Gaimin Gladiators, PARIVISION, and Xtreme Gaming.

Team Falcons

A tournament favorite and one of the strongest Dota 2 teams overall, they currently sit at the top of Group B ahead of their final match, having already secured a spot in the next stage. With 5 wins and 1 draw, their total game score is 11-1, demonstrating their dominance over the competition.

Team Waska

An unexpected addition to this list, as few anticipated such strong performances from them. They hold second place in Group B before the final round, with 3 wins, 3 draws, and an overall score of 9-3. Team Waska is a newly formed squad, established in August 2024, composed entirely of Peruvian players. Perhaps their teamwork and camaraderie are contributing to their impressive results.

Tundra Esports

Another tournament favorite, though they have not been as dominant as expected. Their record stands at 3 wins and 3 draws, with an overall score of 9-3. They are set to face Azure Ray in the final round of Group Stage 1, where they will need a strong performance to advance to the next stage.

Team Spirit

After disappointing runs at The International and PGL Wallachia Season 2, Team Spirit is returning to form. They have 3 wins, 2 draws, and 1 loss, with a total game score of 8-4, securing their place in the next stage. It’s worth noting that Team Spirit is playing with a new roster, still building synergy and gaining momentum as the tournament progresses.

Worst Teams in Group Stage 1

Nigma Galaxy

Despite performing well in the DreamLeague Season 24 qualifiers and earning a spot in the main tournament, Nigma Galaxy delivered a disappointing performance. With 0 wins, 4 draws, and 3 losses, their overall game score is 4-10, which prevents them from advancing to the next stage. We hope to see better form and gameplay from Nigma Galaxy in upcoming esports tournaments.

Nouns Esports

For some, this outcome was predictable, for others not, but Nouns failed to show strong gameplay and are now out of DreamLeague Season 24. They finished with 0 wins, 4 draws, and 3 losses, also ending with a 4-10 score. The team will need to train harder and perform better in future tournaments.

HEROIC

Surprisingly, HEROIC is among the worst-performing teams in Group Stage 1 of DreamLeague Season 24. Heading into the final round, their record stands at 0 wins, 2 draws, and 4 losses, with a game score of 2-10. This result may lead to roster changes or tactical adjustments, as HEROIC is generally a strong team known for frequently securing podium finishes.

Palianytsia

Unfortunately, despite performing well in the qualifiers, Team Palianytsia couldn't maintain that level of play in the first main stage of DreamLeague. They are entering the final round with 0 wins, 0 draws, and 6 losses. It’s worth noting that the team was assembled just before the tournament, so if they continue competing, we can expect better results in the future, given that the roster includes talented players.

DreamLeague Season 24 - Group Stage 1 Results

After the matches in DreamLeague Season 24 - Group Stage 1, the teams advancing to DreamLeague Season 24 - Group Stage 2 have been determined. Here is the list of teams that will compete in the next stage of the tournament:

• BetBoom Team
• PARIVISION
• Team Falcons
• Team Liquid
• Team Spirit
• Team Waska
• Tundra Esports
• Xtreme Gaming

List of teams eliminated from the tournament:

• Gaimin Gladiators
• AVULUS
• Nigma Galaxy
• Nouns Esports
• Talon Esports
• Azure Ray
• HEROIC
• Palianytsia

The Group Stage 2 matches of DreamLeague Season 24 will take place from November 1 to November 7, 2024, where the top four teams will qualify for the next stage of the tournament.

Where to Watch Dota 2 DreamLeague Season 24

Dota 2 DreamLeague Season 24 is one of the top esports tournaments, so it’s important to know where you can watch it.

The first option is YouTube, where you can follow the tournament on the channels of official studios with broadcast rights or on the official ESL Dota 2 YouTube channel, which streams all DreamLeague matches and other Dota 2 tournaments.

You can also watch ESL DreamLeague Season 24 matches on Twitch. Official studios and ESL Dota 2 also broadcast the tournament on this platform.

Additionally, we recommend following the official media channels of the organizers and sponsors to stay up to date with all the latest news from DreamLeague Season 24.