DreamLeague Season 25 commenced on February 16, 2025, featuring 16 elite Dota 2 teams competing for a substantial $1,000,000 prize pool and valuable ESL Pro Tour (EPT) points. The tournament's initial phase, Group Stage 1, is structured into two groups of eight teams each, engaging in a single round-robin format with best-of-two series. The top four teams from each group will advance to Group Stage 2, while the bottom four teams face elimination. On Day 1, Group B witnessed dominant performances from Team Spirit, HEROIC, Tundra Esports, and Shopify Rebellion, each securing 2-0 victories in their respective matches. These decisive wins position them favorably in the group standings, enhancing their prospects for advancing to the next stage. The tournament's format emphasizes consistent performance, as only the top four teams from each group will progress to Group Stage 2, intensifying the competition in the upcoming matches. Fans can anticipate more high-caliber Dota 2 action as teams vie for a share of the prize pool and crucial EPT points, which are instrumental in securing invitations to premier events like the Riyadh Masters.