The Swiss stage of The International 2025 has wrapped up after four action-packed days at the Barclays Arena in Hamburg, narrowing the field to just eight teams who will continue their journey into the main event playoffs.
The format brought plenty of drama as reigning champions and seasoned veterans fought their way through five rounds of best-of-three series, each match carrying the weight of survival in Dota 2’s most prestigious tournament. Every victory meant one step closer to playoff glory, while every loss pushed teams to the brink, delivering the kind of tension and excitement fans expect from TI.
