Dota 2 Esports World Cup 2025 Day 2 Schedule: Can NAVI Defeat Xtreme?

The Esports World Cup 2025 for Dota 2 is in full swing, with teams having shown their strength on the first day of play and now mentally preparing for the second. After seeing how the teams have prepared, we can make more accurate predictions about who will advance to the next stage of EWC 2025. Without further ado, we invite you to dive straight into the schedule and match predictions for the second day of the group stage of the tournament that is the second most prestigious for Dota 2 players after The International.

Dota 2 EWC 2025 Day 2 Schedule: Don’t Count NaVi Out

A highly anticipated Dota 2 matchup is set between Xtreme Gaming and Natus Vincere. The match will be played in a best-of-two (bo2) format, meaning a draw is entirely possible. Our partners at GG.BET have already provided the odds, reflecting the expectations of both analysts and the community:

• Xtreme Gaming to win — 2.61
• Draw — 1.98
• Natus Vincere to win — 4.54

This setup makes Xtreme the favorite, but a draw seems to be the most likely outcome. For those who believe in an upset from NAVI, betting on their victory offers a high potential return.

There are also map handicap options to consider:

• +1.5 maps for NAVI — odds at 1.46
• -1.5 maps for NAVI — odds at 4.54
• +1.5 maps for Xtreme Gaming — 1.18
• -1.5 maps for Xtreme Gaming — 2.61

GG.BET provides a wide range of betting options — whether you’re wagering on the match result or map handicap. This match promises to be intense, and even a single map win could be crucial. Can Natus Vincere challenge the Chinese squad? We’ll find out soon.

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Day 2: Esports World Cup Dota 2 Match Schedule (Bo2 Format) — Full Overview

The second day of the Esports World Cup Dota 2 group stage continues with the Best of 2 series. Each team will play two maps, with important points at stake in the tournament standings.

09:00 GMT/ 11:00 CET

• Team Spirit vs Talon Esports (Group A, Bo2)
• Xtreme Gaming vs Natus Vincere (Group A, Bo2)

Group A kicks off with intense matches. Spirit needs to confirm their status as favorites, while NAVI must earn points against Xtreme to stay in the playoff race.

11:30 GMT/ 13:30 CET

• BB Team vs Team Falcons (Group B, Bo2)
• Gaimin Gladiators vs Execration (Group B, Bo2)

The fight for leadership begins in Group B. BB Team faces the unpredictable Falcons, while GG will test Execration’s strength.

14:00 GMT/ 16:00 CET

• Tundra Esports vs Aurora Gaming (Group C, Bo2)
• Virtus.pro vs Team Yandex (Group C, Bo2)

Group C will present matches without clear favorites; in the Bo2 format, any team can surprise. VP and Tundra need to stay alert to avoid any unpleasant surprises.

16:30 GMT/ 18:30 CET

• PARIVISION vs Team Liquid (Group D, Bo2)
• Heroic vs Shopify Rebellion (Group D, Bo2)

The day closes with two important Group D matchups. The key battle between two EWC 2025 contenders, PVISION and Liquid, will be an exciting finale, while Heroic faces a tough fight against Shopify Rebellion.

Team Spirit vs Talon Esports

The clear favorites are the two-time The International champions, Team Spirit, who are very unlikely to lose 0-2 to the underdogs Talon Esports. However, as shown on Day 1, Talon can be a troublesome opponent and should not be underestimated. Even in their current less-than-best form, Team Spirit should comfortably defeat Talon Esports, so 23savage and the squad will have to work hard to win even one map.

Xtreme Gaming vs Natus Vincere

The nominal favorites are the Chinese team Xtreme Gaming, but the young players led by the experienced Zayac can potentially outplay Ame and XinQ. If Natus Vincere secure their signature heroes—like Sven, Axe, and Naga Siren, which helped them qualify for this tournament—they should be able to win at least one map against Xtreme. It will be interesting to see how the recently promoted young players to the main roster handle the experienced yet not overwhelming “Chinese machine.”

BB Team vs Team Falcons

This match’s outcome is highly unpredictable. BB Team surprised with their drafts, picking the not-so-meta Phantom Lancer who didn’t work against Gaimin Gladiators, while Falcons lost to probably the weakest team in the tournament, Execration. The result could go either way: 2-0 for any side or a draw, with a slight preference toward a draw.

Gaimin Gladiators vs Execration

Although Execration won a map against Falcons yesterday, we believe Falcons’ mistakes heavily influenced that result. Meanwhile, Gaimin Gladiators performed well against BB Team but couldn’t secure a 2-0 win. Still, we lean towards the Europeans from GG winning this matchup; a draw seems unlikely, and an Execration victory even less so.

Tundra Esports vs Aurora Gaming

Before this tournament, Tundra were not in their best shape, especially offlaner 33, who made a significant number of mistakes. However, against VP yesterday, they looked very strong, winning comfortably without much experimentation in drafts. Their gameplay suggests Tundra might improve as the tournament progresses. Aurora, composed of well-known players including two TI winners, show inconsistent play and often win only due to opponents’ errors. While many believe Aurora will take at least one map, we favor Tundra Esports. If you plan to bet on this, note that it’s risky, and more matches are needed to assess Tundra’s current form fully.

Virtus.pro vs Team Yandex

It’s hard to predict this match; both teams are tournament underdogs. However, VP seems slightly stronger individually and has more team experience. There are rumors of past conflicts between former teammates facing off here. While we consider VP the favorites, betting on this match is risky given both teams’ play levels.

PARIVISION vs Team Liquid

The most exciting match of the day comes in the evening. Both teams are tournament favorites, and it would be a surprise if either failed to reach the top 4. This is a key clash; recently, they met in the grand final of a tournament where Team Liquid won 3-0. Predicting today’s outcome is difficult, but Liquid appear slightly stronger even without considering that previous win. The most probable result is a draw, with a PVISION victory being less likely.

Heroic vs Shopify Rebellion

North America vs South America. Honestly, these regions attract less attention from Dota 2 fans, but this match shouldn’t be ignored. Both Heroic and SR showed decent play yesterday but lost because their opponents played on a much higher level. Heroic show more interesting ideas and strategies, so they should win at least one map. A 2-0 win for Shopify Rebellion seems very unlikely, but a draw is quite possible.

Results of Day 1 at the EWC 2025 Dota 2 Group Stage

Here’s how each team performed on Day 1 of the group stage—setting the tone for what promises to be an intense battle ahead.

What to Expect from Dota 2 EWC 2025 2nd Day

The Esports World Cup 2025 for Dota 2 is underway, and teams have already shown their strength on the first day while mentally preparing for the battles ahead. After what we’ve seen, it’s easier to assess the chances of each squad advancing to the playoffs and to make predictions for the second day.

The second day of the group stage promises intense competition in a Best of 2 format, where every map will count. The schedule features matches from all four groups, including key clashes like Team Spirit vs Talon Esports, Xtreme Gaming vs Natus Vincere, PARIVISION vs Team Liquid, and more.

It’s difficult to pick clear favorites in most matchups, which makes the tournament even more exciting. Every team will be striving to earn crucial points and secure their position in the standings for the next stage.

Stay tuned to the tournament to catch all the key moments and experience the real intensity of the fight for the EWC 2025 title!