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ESL Raleigh starts with a bang – Dota 2
- ESL One Raleigh has started with an exciting lineup of matches.
- We’ve seen everything from experienced players making their mark to surprising underdog victories.
- The group stage will wrap up shortly.
The ESL One Raleigh tournament features a variety of strong lineups, but the spotlight is on well known high profile organizations such as Nigma Galaxy and PARIVISION. During the group stage, these rosters have experienced a thrilling series of events that are definitely worth taking a look at. Stay up to date on DOTA transfer rumors and tournament results thanks to our expert esports tips!
One favorite is struggling, while the other is dominating
It’s the final day of Group Stage action at #ESLOne Raleigh! 😰
We’re finishing things off with some great series, starting with @NigmaGalaxy vs @parivisiongg! 😎 pic.twitter.com/wNz4tCK9BW
— ESL Dota2 (@ESLDota2) April 9, 2025
Nigma Galaxy might not be the most dominant organization in recent times, but their roster definitely is one of the flashiest ones. With TI champions like SumaiL and GH on the active lineup, it’s tough for them to go unnoticed in any major tournaments this year. Fans are eager to see them reclaim their past success.
Sadly, Nigma’s early promise in the group stage of ESL One Raleigh 2025 quickly faded after suffering consecutive losses. They did manage to win against Shopify Rebellion and Talon Esports, but were swept by Team Spirit and Liquid. Nigma faced a tense situation in their last bout against PARIVISION, which didn’t affect their playoff qualification, even if they lost. However, there’s not alot fans are happy about, as that’s not exactly a main goal they were looking to accomplish.
When it comes to PARIVISION, the EU organization is doing exceptionally well at ESL One Raleigh. They have triumphed in every fixture, with the only exception being a tie against a shaky Team Spirit, solidifying their position as the leading roster at the event. Looking back at their contests, it’s clear that PARIVISION has a diverse range of strategies they can tap into. They’ve showcased some unconventional heroes, ranging from Techies to even Kunkka. PARIVISION is not hesitant to try out their own strategies even at an important tournament like this one.
What to expect moving forward?
Today is the last day of the #ESLOne Raleigh Group Stage! 💪 #RoadToEWC pic.twitter.com/kym43RpBw4
— ESL Dota2 (@ESLDota2) April 9, 2025
Team Tidebound is on the edge of going to the airport as they prepare to compete against Team Falcons. They not only need to achieve a flawless 2-0 over their direct rivals but also hope for Tundra Esports to suffer a convincing loss versus HEROIC. This is a challenging situation, even for the top Dota 2 team, especially in a group stage setting. Meanwhile, there’s an intense showdown between AVULUS and BetBoom, where the outcome will determine which organization moves on to the Upper Bracket.
AVULUS enters the event as the clear underdog, with most of their attention coming from ATF’s controversy and not their gameplay. However, they are now proving to be a tough competitor for many rosters. In contrast, BetBoom just came off a positive outcome at FISSURE Universe barely a couple of days back.
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