DreamLeague Season 22 explodes onto the scene as 2024’s second major DOTA 2 tournament, following the epic conclusion of BetBoom Dacha Dubai 2024. While the DPC may be gone, the stakes remain high. Not only will the victors claim a hefty prize pool, but they’ll also earn crucial EPT points, granting them access to prestigious ESL tournaments. The tournament will get underway on February 25th and run till March 3rd.
Sixteen teams will clash in this online tournament, with four securing their spot through the EPT Leaderboard (ESL’s own ranking system) and the remaining twelve battling their way through regional qualifiers.
Who will win DreamLeague Season 22? Can reigning TI titleholders and defending DreamLeague champions Team Spirit hold on to the crown? Read on for our detailed DreamLeague Season 22 preview to find out which teams you should back in the tournament, with the latest odds from bookmaker William Hill.
※ Current Odds Date & Time: February 22nd, 2:00 P.M. (GMT)
Defending champion Team Spirit is at 3.40 to retain the title. Gaimin Gladiators, who are yet to hit their highs of last season, are at 6.50 to win the tournament. Team Falcons also emerged as a solid contender following their remarkable Bet Boom Dacha Dubai campaign. This monumental win marked the squad’s maiden major victory, securing them not only a hefty $400,000 prize but also the hard-earned respect of their peers. With their hunger for glory far from satiated, fans can expect an electrifying return to action. They also present an exciting opportunity to wager.
Azure Ray’s recent dominance can’t be ignored. As the undisputed regional leader, can they conquer the Western squads and take the next step following their impressive TI12 display? The Chinese powerhouse is at 4.00 to lift the trophy.
Tundra Esports is also a team we recommend keeping an eye on. Their roster boasts legendary figures like TI champions Topson and MinD_ContRoL. Can their individual brilliance translate into collective victory against the current elite?
Our money is on the Gaimin Gladiators making a recovery run at DreamLeague Season 22. They have flown under the radar lately because of their lacklustre start to the season. Melchior “Seleri” Hillenkamp and the boys will be hoping to rediscover their form that saw them running riot across the DPC in 2023.
The team has held on to the players who made them near invincible last year. The TI final loss to Team Spirit might still sting them, but DreamLeague Season 22 could be an excellent opportunity for the side to bounce back. We are backing them to rekindle their magic and go all the way in DreamLeague Season 22. They also have an early advantage as they have been placed in the relatively easy Group A. A winning momentum in the group stages could steer them to the title.
