The International 2025 kicked off dramatically as Tundra Esports unveiled a strategy that stunned the Dota 2 community. In their opening series against Yakutou Brothers on Sept. 4, Tundra’s three core players all rushed a Helm of the Dominator, a move rarely seen at the highest level of play.
Even with their momentum briefly halted after dropping the second game, Tundra held their ground and adapted when it mattered most. Their calculated execution in the decider secured a 2-1 victory, proving that their risky innovation wasn’t just for show.
